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The City of Rochester has two dog parks: Jean and Carl Frank Canine Park and River Road Park. 

For more information on Dogs Parks, visit our Dog Park Webpage

Rules for Off-Leash Dog Area

For the protection and enjoyment of all park users, please observe these rules:

• Pick up after your dog.  Owner must possess a cleanup device at all times.
• Dogs must arrive and leave on a leash.
• Dogs must be properly licensed and vaccinated.
• Owners must be in verbal control and within your sight of their dogs at all times.  
• Owners are liable for damage or injury inflicted by their dogs.
• Dogs in heat are not allowed.
• Owners must prevent aggressive behavior, biting, fighting and loud excessive barking.