Get Annual Off-leash Dog Area Permit Application (rules ...

Dogs love to run, play, and explore the world without the hindrance of a leash. However, letting your dog off the leash can be dangerous for your dog and disrespectful to your community. In general, it is not recommended to let your dog off the leash unless you are in an enclosed area.

Busse Forest Nature Preserve Service dogs are allowed at most public locations.

Watch Your Dog. Pay close attention to your dog's cues and body language. ... Keep Calm and Walk On. Your dog will react to your anxiety and body language. ... Try to Vocally Direct the Dog. ... Distract with Treats. ... Find a Physical Barrier. ... Communicate with the Owner. ... Protect Yourself and Your Dog.

Make sure he's properly socialized and non-aggressive toward strangers and the dogs they're playing with. Pick up after him. ... Dogs in heat should be left home. Do not bring a female dog in heat to the dog park; her presence can create fights and distractions for the other dogs. Don't bring food into the park.

Stay calm, and back away slowly. Instead of screaming, or yelling at the dog, speak to him in a soothing tone as you slowly back away. Don't make direct eye contact. Staring in the eyes of an aggressive dog may prompt him to attack.

Dog-on-dog incidents are common. If your dog has been attacked by another dog and suffered injury then you should take a note of the owner's details and consider reporting the incident to the police or your local council. If a dog is dangerously out of control then its owner can face criminal prosecution.

Dogs are not allowed on the stairs.

Swallow Cliff North Stairs is a 2.5 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Palos Heights, Illinois that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate.

Just Walk Away In the majority of cases, simply walking away from the off-leash dog in a calm manner will be enough to keep you and your dog safe. Don't engage the other dog or approach it.

Only 3 dogs may be included on a permit. No person can be in the dog park with more than 3 dogs at any time. A dog must be at least 6 months of age to obtain a permit and visit the dog park. All dogs present must be registered with the District with a current rabies tag number and expiration date on file.