LONG BEACH RECREATION DOG PARK ASSN.
DOG ZONE PILOT PROGRAM

Last updated June 16, 2004

Here are the rules for the Dog Zone, which are posted on the main sign at the Ocean Boulevard parking lot. These proposed rules were cobbled together by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Marine and the City Attorney's Office after two public forums. See a bird's-eye view of the proposed area.

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Dogs are permitted to be on the beach, and off-leash, in the designated area at the following times:

The zone is currently in effect from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

The Dog Zone is located between the boundary markers (east to west), and between the boundary markers and the ocean.

WARNING: Dog owners are entirely responsible for their dog's actions, and accept the risk of allowing their dog to interact with people, other dogs, existing beach conditions, and City vehicles. The City accepts no responsibility for the behavior of dogs, or dog owners, inside or outside of the Dog Zone. Dog owners failing to comply with the Rules & Regulations as set forth ... may be cited.

RULES & REGULATIONS

  • Dogs are not permitted on the beach at any time other than the scheduled hours, or at any place other than the Dog Zone and direct access to and from it.

  • The Dog Zone area must be accessed from the adjacent parking lot in 90-degree angle to the marked boundaries.
    Each dog must be under the control of an adult, and only one dog per adult is permitted. The dog must be under visual and voice control by owner at all times.

  • The following are not permitted in the Dog Zone:

--Aggressive dogs
--Unattended dogs
--Dogs that do not respond to voice command		--Dogs under 4-months old
--Female dogs in heat
--Dogs without current vaccinations and licenses 		--Spiked collars
--Food of any kind
--Whistles

  • Dog owners shall use a suitable container or instrument to remove dog feces and shall dispose of it in waste containers
    provided for that purpose.

  • Dog owners must possess a leash for the dog that shall be worn by the dog at all times that the dog is outside of the Dog Zone.

  • Dog owners shall provide drinking water for their dog.

EMERGENCY & INCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES

To call for emergency services, please use the yellow call box located at the entrance to the Granada Avenue Launch Ramp, or dial (562) 435-6711 on your own phone. The phone number for Animal Control is (562) 570-7387.

All other incidents should be reported by completing an Incident Report Form. These forms are located in the box below, and are also available from Beach Maintenance staff, Lifeguards, and Marine Patrol Officers. Completed forms may be mailed in, or returned in-person to Beach Maintenance staff or Lifeguards.

For more information, please call the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine at (562) 570-3100.

The success of the Dog Zone depends on you!

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