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Shawnee Bark Park
Category: Active Life Parks Dog Parks Dog Parks [Edit]
1400 W Mesquite StChandler, AZ 85225
(480) 782-2727
- Good for Kids:
- No
20 reviews for Shawnee Bark Park
20 reviews in English
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Review from Yanira S.
Chandler, AZ
Yay!!! We just came back from our first experience with a dog park. We got there around 1 pm on a Saturday and were happily surprised with all of the following:
-huge fenced-in area with a smaller agility course also fenced off within this space
-super friendly dog owners AND dogs
-entrance is double-gated just in case a dog tries to slip away
-access to pooper scoopers and garbage cans
Our Shiba Inu Buffy had a wonderful time socializing with all types of dogs! She has not been around a lot of other dogs so Shawnee Bark Park is the perfect place for her to get used to playing with pups. Shout out to "Cooper" and "Apa" for being so fun to play with today. The other owners I talked to said they come to the park daily and that there's always a nice crowd hanging out. We will definitely be going back-probably tomorrow! :D -
Review from Oshinn r.
Dickson, TN
1/8/2012
my dog loved this park. we would go nearly every day and there would always be a good crowd of dogs there to play with. there is a ton of space to run around in and a huge obstacle course in a separate area if you need to keep your dogs separated. it can get muddy when it's wet, so if it's rained recently expect to bring home a dirty dog. but it's worth it for how much fun they have running around.
only 4 stars because the hours are strange- they're wrong on various websites and the park closes at 8 p.m. almost every other dog park i've been to closes at 10 at least. i also heard that there are neighbors attempting to get the park closed because of the noise, so its future status may be questionable. i hope it stays open. -
Review from Jimmy M.
Wow!!!!! I have never in my life seen such an awesome bark park before!!!!! My dog Luna had a blast .
It is tucked away in the middle of a subdivision so traffic is really low. I went at about 1pm on a Sunday and it was only me and one other person there with our dogs which was nice. There are bags and scoopers all over the place. It also looked like pet owners did a great job of picking up after their pets which is a nice change from the bark park at my apartment complex. In addition there are agility toys for the dogs and benches and shaded areas for owners and pets alike to enjoy.
On the same little compound area there are playgrounds for kids and open fields to play sports on. All in all a great place to enjoy time with all the members of your family. Oh and the playgrounds are covered from the sun, which is a must in Arizona.
I like this park so much that I am going to send pictures of it to the mayor of my town back in Clarksville.Listed in: Pet Friendly
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Review from Robert S.
Tempe, AZ
6/30/2011
I've been to virtually every dog park in the East Valley, including all the ones in Gilbert, and almost all the ones in Chandler(except West Chandler Park), Tempe, Mesa (except the one off Greenfield), Scottsdale and Ahwatukee. Most of the Tempe Dog parks are tiny, with the exception of the one on Carver in S. Tempe. Cosmo in Gilbert is a pig sty and reflects many of the people who go there. The water feature is disgusting and has caused many infections(eyes, ears, Giardia, etc). It's very impressive when you get out of your car and start to approach it from up the hill, but that's deceptive. The only things I like about it is that it's divided into 3 sections and has 3 nice hosing stations. Chaparral is pretty nice, but I wish the people would clean up after their dogs more (you get the feeling some think it's beneath them---pun intended).
The Shawnee Dog Park is definitely one of the best ones. Some reviews complained about people not picking up their dog's poop. This occurs at most parks to some degree, but this one is far better than Cosmo or Chaparral in that regard. This one feels like an actual park, with lots of trees, grass and a few places to sit down. Most of the people are friendly and the dogs aren't exceptionally rowdy. The fact that it is surrounded by neighborhoods is probably bad for the residents, but good for you since it means you don't have the traffic noise and fumes coming from a main artery.
I recommend bringing your own bags, as the city doesn't supply them (people bring them and stuff them into dispensers). I also recommend bringing your own water, as the water there comes from hoses, which can impart chemicals into the water run through them unless they are special hoses designed to prevent this (and I doubt these hoses have the coating required). Be aware that the park is closed Tuesdays and doesn't open until 9 AM on Sundays, which can be a problem in the summer.
I intend to write a review next about the one in Tempe between Kyrene and Priest (the address is Hardy, but you can't access it from Hardy) on Carver. I think it's called the Tempe Sports Complex. I usually go there because I prefer it by a little. The drive for me is about the same, about 5 miles. -
Review from Sarah W.
Chandler, AZ
8/6/2011
This is the closest dog park to me that takes less than maybe 5 minutes to get too.(Not including the time it takes me to get my 1 year old puppy to jump in my cars hatchback)
I am one owners who watches/follows their dogs around because of the fact that people are all freaked out by my dog and his rough housing with the dog that tests my dog by wanting to play with him not knowing he rough houses a little but never locks onto a dog.
I LOVE the fact that this park is big enough for my puppy to run around and there is a middle portion that is gated off with obstacles for your dog. It is always 50/50 as far as people at this park half are nice and have common sense half are ignorant as can be and make me just pissed off and want to go home because people do not understand how some dogs play. I have a pit bull mixed puppy (we think) we had gotten from the Maricopa animal control shelter in January of 09; He plays rough but not rough enough to tear a dog a part because he is just soooo aggresive like the dogs with horrid owners on the news. NO! he just plays rough because that is how he is. If a dog tests him and runs around my dog wants to run as well and chase him because of the fact that he needs to release his energy and anxiety and i live in a condo hence the trip to the dog park. One time i had gone to the dog park and a older lady had a RED NOSE pit bull that had brownish red fur. I have a blackish red ghost brendyl pit bull who is a RED NOSE. Dogs that are blue nose have a BLUE NOSE and are usually a greyish blue or grey color. The lady had the audacity to tell me my dogs were being very ornate when they were playing rough with her pitbull who played rough for how young her female pit bull was. At the moment i had no idea what she meant by that because i was having a brain fart til my friend made me aware when we left. i am not afraid to talk back and put people in their place in a public place its not like i am at work where i have to watch my mouth. This lady didn't even know her dog was a red nose and she called it a blue nose. Its just like oh my god how dumb are you lady?
It really bewilders me how ignorant and dumb some people are as far as what is right in front of them and what is coming through their mouth when they say something rude with a smile on their face.
If i can find a place where people are okay with big dogs and not stupidly ignorant because of what they watch on TV it will be a dream come true. Our pit bull is the nicest cuddliest dogs i have owned and would never hurt a human being nor another dog. But people just have those myths in their head that all pit bulls are these ferocious dogs with a lock jaw.
I love this park for the space not so much the people. people with pit bulls beware all the ignorant owners at this park they will think your dog is kujo and want to kill their dog because it plays rough or just because its a pit bull. Any time i tell people i have a pit bull they give me the OH MY GOD EWW face and this is the place you get that here half the time. -
Review from James W.
Chandler, AZ
2/19/2011
I've never really used dog parks in the past so I wasn't quite sure exactly what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised.
The area is not particularly expansive. It's set up with the open dog run area that entirely surrounds a smaller, fenced area that contains agility training equipment.
As with any place that's open to the public you do get a variety of people that like to frequent the park. Some are great about watching their dogs and cleaning up after them and others....not so much. There's always dogs around that are, seemingly, unsupervised and will attempt to make sweet love to my poor puppy. I've found that rather than make a stink, if I just grab my dog and walk to the other end of the park it's a lot more simple and less stressful than trying to find the irresponsible owner to control the dog trying to hump my innocent lil' puppy.
The park is maintained pretty well. Pooper scoopers are aplenty and there's a watering station for giving poochie a well earned drink of water.
Nice thing about Shawnee is that it has some trees and even has some grass. It's not just a fenced dirt lot with a dog park sign on it.
Be careful not to try and go on a Tuesday as they close for maintenance all day.
Control and clean up after your dog and you'll have a great time here.
Update!:
I've since stopped going as the atmosphere/cleanliness has gotten worse and worse. Lowered to 3 stars to compensate. -
Review from Tara N.
Tempe, AZ
5/13/2011
One of our favorite dog parks! Pretty large area with lots of space to explore. I have a small dog (20 lbs) and get a little nervous sometimes because we have encountered LOTS of big dogs here. The owners have them under control for the most part though and if you have a very small or timid dog there is an area in the center of the park that is kinda a safe zone. It also has an agility course which is fun to try to get your dog to run through.
No kids under 12 allowed at this park which is good for me because my dog loves them but doesn't seem to realize she can't play with them like they're another dog. I don't like having to worry she's going to accidentally hurt someone's toddler.
I do wish people would clean up after their dog better at this park but the park is not to blame for that. Scoopers and baggies are available. Nobody likes to do it but it makes it so much nicer for everyone if you do your part! -
Review from cassandra r.
Chandler, AZ
1/20/2009
I really like this dog park because it is much bigger than other parks here in Chandler. Bigger space = less dog fights.
I love the hills and the fenced in area for smaller or timid dogs. Dogs are generally well behaved and the people are friendly. I've seen people bring guitars and strum quietly on benches while the dogs run around and play. It's a great park.
Leave the younger kids at home, a child running and screaming through the park is a perfect target for an over reactive dog. Bring poop bags and water for yourself and your dog. Leave the treats and toys at home, they can cause a fight between dogs. -
Review from Sarah G.
4/19/2008
I Love that this is an actual "Park" setting (see Dee's pics) instead of just your typical chain link enclosure.
Kind of hilly ground with lots of trees,grass and gravel. They have a watering area, bag dispensers and even pooper scoopers.
Unfortunately it seems that no-one uses the bags or scoops because there is an over abundance of Dog Shit all over this place, I mean it was bordering on disgusting , every other step I was carefully averting these squishy landmines.
Why are people so Lazy and Foul??
SO needless top say I didn't stay long and have come to the conclusion that my Dog just might not enjoy the dog park after all.
Her mouth becomes a dripping slime machine whenever I take her, and she wanders around dazed avoiding the other dogs at all costs.
All this subsides as soon as we leave so maybe she is just a spoiled priss, who doesn't like dirty strange dogs and the filth they play in?
2 stars, until they get a fecal regulator on duty -
Review from Tim M.
Chandler, AZ
6/8/2011 12 Check-ins Here
This park is nice. I've never really brought my dogs to any other park only because this one it pretty much walking distance from my house. It offers an enclosed section in the middle with a few things for dogs to play around with. The outer section is a pretty decent size circle for dogs to run around.
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Review from Dee M.
Chandler, AZ
3/13/2008 3 photos
Nice trees, hilly and plenty of room to run, roam, poop. My favorite in the area, better than Cosmo (after you've seen enough dogs sh** in the water), Snedigar (too small!) and West Chandler on Kyrene (it's a doggy ghost town whenever I go). Lots of pooper scoopers, and there's a center area with agility equipment that's gated. People with small dogs tend to like this area.
And who knew dog parks were so cliquish? It's like high school, with dogs instead of backpacks.
Keep the kids at home - no children under 12 allowed!!! -
Review from Karell M.
Chandler, AZ
5/14/2011
I like Paseo Trail Park a bit more, but I really love Shawnee. The main reason I don't go to this one as much anymore is that as it gets hotter everyone's regular times at the park get condensed into the early morning and late evening and there's this one douchey dog whose schedule started coinciding more and more with my own. I've noticed several Shawnee converts and it all comes down to the same name: Nina. But enough about my internet smear campaign on a dog.
Shawnee plusses: Mostly great owners- people I thoroughly enjoy talking to and who do well keeping an eye on their pets. I really like the agility area, which Paseo Trail doesn't have, and how the park is broken up into different areas so dogs can run laps around it if they want or you can find a less populated area to chill and let a less active/socialized dog get used to the atmosphere. There are two entrances too, which is again nice if you want to let an excitable or shy dog get acclimated before being approached by other dogs. Lots of shade and areas to sit, and the place is pretty clean. I never notice an odor when I walk in and most people clean up after their pets.
The negatives: A lot of dirt. The grass has a hard time with constant traffic. Paseo has two areas that are alternated to let the grass recover, which is nice. The hours aren't amazing but I consider it a fair compromise with houses nearby. Also it's really quiet most the time outside evenings and weekends, even when the weather was cooler, which is probably nice for some but for me I'm going for my dog to play and socialize so I like how at Paseo you can pretty much always count on a good crowd.
A last note on dog parks in general. I recently moved to the area and haven't had a lot of luck meeting people outside of work. I really love the people I've met here as well as other parks and, having never lived anywhere with dog parks around, really consider it one of many assets to living in Chandler. (That and Cho-Dang and the flammable pile of tumbleweeds we call a Christmas tree.)
Overall I really nice, well-run park. -
Review from Ando M.
Chandler, AZ
5/24/2010
Really a very nice local park with plenty of room for dogs to run. People tend to look after their dogs and I haven't come across and truly awful owners or out of control dogs.
It might not be as sexy as Cosmo but it certainly gets the job done. As with all dog parks you should probably choose a time to take your dog wisely. Weekends, after 4 PM, etc tend to be very busy and the likelihood you'll run into a dog or owner you can't stand will rise. I recommend hitting the park before lunch or on the weekdays .
Oh, and did I mention this park has plenty of trees? Probably the edge that this park has over any other (including Cosmo) is that someone had the foresight to plant some trees. Having a cool shady place to hang out while your dog takes a break from chasing other dogs is a welcome addition. -
Review from Natalie W.
Chandler, AZ
4/19/2007
Water, pooper-scoopers, and lots of room to roam.
The Shawnee Bark Park also includes a fun obstacle course. -
Review from Mandi B.
Chandler, AZ
3/15/2009
When I first found this bark park, we (my dog and I) loved it. Plenty of agility training equipment, lots and lots of room to run, and butt sniffing opportunities galore.
Most of my problems have to do with the mouth breathing morons who bring their dogs here. Most of them shouldn't be allowed near an animal, but then you find out they also have kids!
Dog parks have rules for a reason - now my dog loves kids, but you don't know that. So when you bring your toddler, all covered in snacks in and plunk them down, all I see is something straight out of Cujo. In the past years, the upkeep of this park has declined. Unless you love the smell of dog doo in the morning, a little more effort on the part of the puppy parents would be much appreciated.
Also, I wish there was some kind of easier way to enforce the rules. Several times I have been there while some jackass ignores his overly aggressive dog. We've backed off going to this park, instead we go for walks or runs in my neighborhood now, but it's will still do if I need my dog to get some good exercise in fairly quick. -
Review from Gary B.
Scottsdale, AZ
2/28/2009
This park has recently undergone a much needed facelift. It is located in Chandler off of Alma Achool Rd. It is very large and has lots of mature shade trees.
There is a park with the park that is comletely enclosed and features fun obstacles for dog's and their owners to enjoy. This is also helpful for wimpy dogs like mine who do not like to leave their owners feet instead of frolic around in the bright sunshine. I'm sorry...I meant the very big strong protective dogs who stay on the job and protect their owners at the cost of giving up frolicing around in the sunshine. Yeah, that's what I meant.
I have seen only a few fights and they were not too bad. I have also seen just a couple of dog skirmishes. Again nothing serious.
When I went there very recently, I could not help but notice, how clean it was. There were very few unclaimed piles of turd (dog) lying around.
I really appreciated the new bricked pathways into the inner park. before there was mostly lots of mud and large puddles of who knows what.
The people I have encountered at Shawnee have been very pleasant and acted as responsible owners (parents).
I will be back and hope to meet you there, but please don't make fun of my dogs, though.Listed in: My Neighborhood
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Review from Ellen M.
Chandler, AZ
7/8/2011
We moved into the neighborhood about 1.5 years ago and part of the reason I loved it was because of the dog park, even though we didn't have a dog. Now we do and we love going there when it's not too hot outside! The people I've met are friendly and my dog has made a lot of dog friends there. I've never noticed it being dirty, I feel like everyone I've seen has picked up after their pets. There's also a fenced in area which is nice. The park is large, I like to run around with my dog there too!
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Review from Kel S.
Mesa, AZ
8/15/2009
It is a fun park. Playful dogs, friendly peolpe, and pretty well kept! My sister and I took our dogs there twice so far and we love it!! There are a few fun obstacles that are fun to watch my dog do. There is some areas with quite a bit of mud, but other than that it was fun!! I would definitely recommended it!
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Review from Terry S.
Chandler, AZ
6/23/2010
Ahh what a nice place to let your four legged friend run free! This park is huge, spacious, lots of trees, benches (for the two legged friends) and trash cans. One of the best bark parks in the Valley. Not too many complaints other than the jerks who refuse to pick up after the doggies. People please, they have pooper scoopers, baggies, and trash cans, it couldn't be easier. Oh, and if you have an aggressive dog, maybe take him for a walk outside instead of letting killer on the loose in the park. My Golden is notorious for being over friendly and ran up to a huuuuge bull mastiff (I shall not name names, but it rhymes with bing!) grabbed my golden by the neck and pinned him down till we removed the mastiff off. Anyway, point it... it's a dog friendly park... let's keep it that way. Oh and another reason to keep the kiddies out, I think there's even a sign posted up there. I see kids running up to dogs over petting, grabbing tails, etc... not a good idea. Read the signs parents, it's for your own benefit. So bring your dogs here, they'll have a blast playing, running, smelling this and that, good times.
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Review from Carey A.
Mesa, AZ
10/16/2008
Shawnee is close to my home so I do love it, but it is still a bit small for me and my pups. There is a ton of shade at this park and lots of places to walk your dog outside of the park as well. Some of the landscaping around the ege could be fixed for more room in the park but overall it's a nice park.
