Dogs are not allowed on the beaches anywhere on Tybee Island. Violators are subject to a $290 fine on the first offense! Cars get deadly hot in the summer time after only a few minutes, and animals found in closed vehicles will be rescued even if it means breaking a window on the car. Not being allowed to take your dog on the beach is no excuse for animal cruelty! Make sure you make arrangements for proper care for your pet before heading to the beach!
The Tybee Dog Parks are located at the intersection of Van Horne and Fort Streets, between the Police Station and River's End Campground and RV Park. For practical reasons, the dog parks are only open from dawn til dusk.
DOG PARK RULES
HOURS OF OPERATION: DAILY DAWN TO DUSK
PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL AND FOLLOW THESE PARK RULES:
1. There are two dog parks. The one immediately on Fort Street is for small dogs of 20 lbs or less. The larger park, accessible from Van Horn or Fort Street is for larger dogs. Please use the parking spaces on Van Horn and do not park in the police impound lot!
2. The off-leash dog area is for dogs, their handlers and those accompanying them. No other use is allowed.
3. All dogs must be legally licensed and vaccinated, and shall wear a visible dog license.
4. Dogs under 4 months of age and female dogs in heat are prohibited.
5. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the off-leash dog area.
6. Dogs must be under the control of their handler and in view of their handler at all times.
7. Spiked collars are prohibited.
8. Children 8 years and under are not allowed in the off-leash dog area; children ages 9 - 15 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older.
9. Handlers must be 16 years of age or older.
10. Handlers must have possession of the dog leash at all times.
11. Handler is limited to a maximum of two dogs.
12. Handlers must "scoop the poop" and fill any holes dug by dogs under their control.
13. Food and drinks in glass containers are prohibited; training treats are allowed.
14. Dispose of trash and recycling in provided receptacles.
15. Dogs must be removed from the off-leash dog area at the first sign of aggression.
16. No animals other than dogs shall be permitted in the area.
17. Handlers are responsible for any injuries caused by the dog(s) under their control.
18. Users of the facility do so at their own risk. The City of Tybee Island is not liable for any injury or damage caused by any dog.
To report immediate safety concerns call TIPD at 912-786-5600.
Comments and suggestions are welcome at dogpark@cityoftybee.org.
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