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Dog Park at Jack Carter Park
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6500 Roundrock Trail
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 941-2275
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 941-2275
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6 reviews for Dog Park at Jack Carter Park
I used to take Muffin here all the time. The park consists of two fenced in areas - one for small doggies and one for large ones. There is a creek that runs outside the park.
The park is nice. Its pretty flat, not a lot of trees in the actual park. There are usually plenty of dogs for her to play with. I don't frequent this park because its just a square fenced in area and it isn't close to my house. If it had something special like a swimming area, I would make the special trip out here.
If you live close, I recommend this park. If you don't, I wouldn't worry about missing out on anything.
We had a great time here this weekend. We were at the park for almost three hours and saw no incidents (unheard of at the other large dog park in Dallas).
Plano AC is there most weekends and they check to make sure your dog is wearing tags, so be sure to have them on you when you visit.
This place gets super busy on nice weekends, so be prepared to be alert. People do a pretty decent job picking up after their pets, but of course there are some 'look the other way' types. Just throw the poo at them, that will learn 'em.
There is lots of parking on the street when the lot is full, just don't be one of the people who pulls your monster size SUV onto the grass (speaking of wanting to throw poo...)
There is a side for big dogs and one for little dogs, and both have working water fountains which is a nice feature. Read the rules posted on the gate and have a great time!
The park is off of Spring Valley near Custer, just look for the green city sign in the median on Spring Valley or follow the line of cars with dog heads hanging out the windows!
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I bring my English pointer here cos she needs the exercise. I bring my schnauzer/poodle mix along cos she is 112 in human years; thus, senile & in the need of a new setting & the chance to socialize. Actually, all the other dogs follow her around as if they know she is ancient & therefore wise....well, wise not so much but ancient definitely.
The park is kept up pretty well....its normally clean so I have never had an issue with stepping in something gross and both the big and small dog sections are vast enough for the respective sized dogs. Also, they have working water fountains in both sections where you can fill up your portable dog dishes.
I particularly like bringing my dogs here when its not very crowded and oftentimes they even have the run of the place cos there are not too many other dogs in attendance.
This doesnt happen often on the weekends though.
Both my dogs seem to really love the dog park as is evidenced by their tongues dangling from their mouths in anticipation as soon as they figure out where it is we are going.
Most of the other owners who come here are either friendly or just wont bother you so its always a very comfortable visit for humans as well.
FYI: The plano parks and recreation department closes the dog park on the first and third Tuesday of each month for maintenance.
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Hemingway got his first ticket here. On his way to being the felon that I can be proud of. Actually, it was the result of being a bad parent, as we forgot to put on his collar with his tags on it.
No arrests were made...thank goodness, but it proved to us that the City of Plano is serious about their dog park. They issue citations for fights, no tags, and poop pick up.
I like that they enforce the pet laws. I think this makes the park safe for humans as well as the dogs.
I love, love, love to take Hemingway here. He runs his ass off and I try to keep him from overly-harassing other dogs. They have a community water dish for the dogs and a spigot to fill the bowl. They have the poop bags all over the place so you can pick up after your pet (I so love this because I'm"m always forgetting to bring a bag). The people are so nice and if you go enough, you learn to recognize the dogs and their owners. They will even help you try to catch your dog when you're ready to leave...and your dog isn't.
It does get busy on nice weekends, but I have rarely witnessed any fights. There have been some, but nothing Michael Vick-esque...just some dogs getting too aggressive. But these are rare.
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I love any place that will allow me to let my dog off the leash. People here are friendly, and the park is easily accessible. It is also surrounded by bike/walking trails. There is a creek for your dog to play and cool off in, but they are supposed to stay on the leash. Make sure your dog is vaccinated before you bring them out to avoid sickness!
One issue with the park. People do not follow the rules, which leads to problems. I watch the people socialize and pay little attention to their dog. Meanwhile, the dog is doing his business and no one cleans it up. Also, people are smoking and curious dogs get themselves burned. No smoking in the dog park! How hard is it to walk outside of the gate?? One last thing, quit bringing your tiny little dog into the large dog area. Why do you think there are two seperate areas? Because little dogs get killed and badly injured by large dogs who are not familiar with small dogs. Hunting is in the nature of most large breeds, and if your little poodle slightly resembles a rabbit then it's probably not a good idea to send him running in front of a Husky.
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we take our labradoodles here. good park for a dog park
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