ABOUT
MONCUS PARK DOG PARKS
ABOUT THE DOG PARKS
Moncus Park is home to two fully fenced, off-leash dog parks where pups can play freely while their humans relax.
- Best Friends Bark Park — for large dogs
- Giles Automotive Family Small Dog Park — for small dogs
Both parks are open daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and include:
- Shaded seating for pet parents
- Dog water fountains
- Waste stations
- Secure fencing and open space for safe play
PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ENTRY
A Dog Park Permit is required for entry.
Cost: $15 per dog, per year | Apply for your permit here » GET YOUR PERMIT
Permit fees support cleaning, maintenance, and safety efforts year-round.
QUICK RULES
- Off-leash only inside the dog parks
- Leash your dog everywhere else in Moncus Park
- No aggressive dogs, food, or puppies under 4 months
- One dog per handler is best
- Clean up after your dog — always!
- The Giles Small Dog Park and Best Friends Bark Park for Large Dogs are open from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m daily. Dog parks are closed every Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for cleaning and maintenance.
- Only spayed/neutered dogs allowed.
- Dogs must be up to date on all required vaccines.
- Puppies less than 6 months old are prohibited.
- There is a maximum of three dogs per one human allowed.
- Dogs must be leashed while entering and exiting the dog park and both gates in the corral must remain closed.
- Dog waste must be cleaned up by their owners immediately.
- Aggressive dogs must be removed immediately.
- Pet handlers must be at least 16 years of age, and children under the age of 12 are prohibited.
- No food (human or animal) allowed in the Dog Park – drinks are OK!
- No toys allowed in the Dog Park – tennis balls are OK!
- No smoking.
- Use both Dog Parks at your own risk.
- Failure to abide by Moncus Park’s Dog Park rules may result in loss of privileges, removal, or fines.
- Owners are responsible and waive liability to Moncus Park for any injury or damage caused by dog.
- Owners must always remain in the Dog Park with their dogs – leaving dogs unattended is prohibited.
- In Case of Dog Fight, call Lafayette Animal Shelter: 337-291-5644. In Case of Emergency, call 911.
We’d love to hear from you!
Please contact us:
2901 Johnston St, Ste. 304
Lafayette, LA 70503
Email: info@moncuspark.org
Phone: 337-500-1446
