Rancho San Rafael off-leash area rules
(Please refer to the map at the bottom of this page for
pet-permitted areas.)


HANDLERS ARE LEGALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR DOGS AND ANY INJURIES OR DAMAGES CAUSED BY THEIR DOGS.



  • DOGS MUST BE LEASHED WHILE GOING TO AND FROM THE PASTURE AREA.

    A PHYSICAL LEASH, CHAIN, OR ROPE IS REQUIRED.

    ELECTRONIC COLLARS AND VOICE CONTROL ARE NOT CONSIDERED LEASHES.

  • Handlers are required by law (W.C. Chapter 55) to clean up after their dog(s).
  • Professional dog trainers may not use this facility for the conduct of their business.

  • Aggressive or vicious dogs are not permitted in this area. Dogs must be leashed and removed at the first sign of aggression or rough play.

  • Dogs must be under voice control at all times and stay within the fences.

  • Any dog harassing wildlife must be leashed and removed from the area immediately.

  • Female dogs in heat are not permitted in this area.

  • Dogs younger than 4 months are not permitted in the area. (They don't have all their shots yet.)

  • One handler cannot have more than 3 dogs.

  • All dogs must have current shots and licenses.

  • Small children and infants must be kept under strict supervision.

  • If a Special Event is scheduled in this area, the area my be closed to public access.