Freddie's Dog Park

NOW OPEN

3-825 Kaumualii Highway
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
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You are invited to come let your dog run and play off leash!

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a Dog Park?

A dog park is designed as a fenced area where dogs can exercise and socialize without having to remain on a leash. Dogs are such an important part of many people's lives today. Being social creatures, dogs like to interact - both with the humans they live with and with other dogs.

Most places on Kauai prohibit you from letting your dog run loose without being leashed. The park is a safe and legal place to allow dogs off leash as long as they are supervised by their owner.

There are two separate areas, a larger area for the big dogs over 30 lbs. and smaller area for the little guys. Both have double gated entries to prevent escape.

Why is it called Freddie's Dog Park?

A large donation was given to the Society in honor of Freddie, a Lhasa Apso mix who was adopted from Kauai Humane Society. Freddie's mom asked that part of the donation be used for fencing the dog park. Other funding received for the dog park included a generous $15,000 grant from the G.N. Wilcox Trust and donations from many Kauai dog lovers over the past couple of years.

When is it open?

Hours are Tuesday - Friday, 8am-6pm, Saturdays - Monday, 8am-4pm. The small dog park may be closed some Saturday mornings until 10am to allow for dog training classes.

Are there any rules you must follow to use the Park?

Yes, we ask all visitors to please follow these guidelines:

Pet owners accept full responsibility for themselves, their pets & their children.
Dogs are to be leashed while entering & exiting the parks.
Dogs in heat should be left at home.
Puppies and dogs are to be vaccinated & healthy.
Dogs are to be kept under close supervision by their owners at all times.
Leash your dog in the park at the first sign of aggressive behavior.
.... and please, clean up after your dog.

Park guests are asked to be current members (minimum donation of $35 per calendar year) of the Kauai Humane Society. Please visit our front desk to renew your membership.

What if there is a problem?

Go to our front desk and report the problem. We also can provide immediate first aid. We will try and counsel the dog owner on their dog's behavior.

How will the park be maintained?

We contract our lawn care service with a local company. However, we know the park may get high use and need additional care. One current issue is the weed areas along the far fence. If anyone feels like it while their dog is playing, please feel free to pull some weeds and throw them over the fence!

In addition, we would like to build five small shelters and plant some trees to provide shade and protection from rain. Your membership will help fund some of our maintenance expenses and all donations to the Society are tax deductible if you would like to donate specifically for Freddie's park maintenance or improvements.

Freddie's Park is here for us to enjoy our dogs. Please help keep the park safe and clean by asking all to keep an eye on their dogs at all times.

Mahalo for your kokua! Enjoy the park!

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