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We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization comprised of dedicated Melrose dog-owners who are proud to have helped establish Melrose's own fenced, off-leash recreation area for dogs and their owners. The dog park is located near the Knoll at Ell Pond, off Lynn Fells Parkway, across the street from the middle school and high school. GPS: 360 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA

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inancial support for park maintenance and improvement projects! Contribute via Paypal by clicking on the DONATE button on our website: http://www.melrosedogsociety.org
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Mail a donation check to:
Melrose Dog Society
c/o Greg Penta, Treasurer
183 Trenton Street
Melrose, MA 02176

This page is for the discussion of all dog issues in Melrose, and particularly the Melrose Dog Park at Ell Pond. PARK RULES

The Melrose Dog Park at Ell Pond is for the use and enjoyment of Melrose Residents and their Guests, open daily from Sunrise to Sunset. Violations of rules for the use of the park are subject to removal from the park or suspension, and the issuance of municipal infractions. ALL DOGS ENTERING SHALL:
-wear a current municipal license and rabies vaccination tag.
-be accompanied by a guardian of at least 16 years of age.
-be encouraged to use the p*e posts outside the park entrance.
-be at least four (4) months of age and fully vaccinated. ALL DOG GUARDIANS SHALL:
-be legally responsible for their dog(s) and any injuries caused by their dog(s).
-have no more than three (3) dogs per guardian in the park at the same time and carry a leash for each dog.
-keep their dog(s) in sight at all times.
-correct their dogs' behavior if their dog barks excessively.
-immediately clean and properly dispose of waste.
-advise other patrons of these rules and set an example of responsible dog care. PLEASE BE AWARE:
Dogs showing aggressiveness towards people or other dogs must be immediately leashed and removed from the dog park. No Dogs in heat and no puppies under four (4) months of age are allowed in the dog park. Professional dog trainers may not use this facility for the conduct of their business, unless authorized by the City of Melrose.

08/23/2023

Dog Days of Summer
At the Melrose Farmers Market
Thursday, August 24: 1:00 PM 6:00 PM
Dogs are always welcome at the market but here’s their formal invitation to the paw-ty!
Featured vendor: Charlie’s BARKery!

Dogs are always welcome at the market but here’s their formal invitation to the paw-ty! Featured vendor in the picture: Charlie’s Barkery! Vendors visiting this week: Pleasant Moments HFR, Beraka Juice, Life. Love. Cheese, Food Revolution, Friends of the Middlesex Fells, Meesh Pottery, The

07/21/2023

The DPW is aware and is working on getting the automatic water bowl fixed. Visitors of the Dog Park are encouraged to bring their own water. Unfortunately replacement parts are back ordered. Expected fix date in 12-16 days.

06/13/2023

FYI: The Melrose Middle School will be having their end of the year outdoor party tomorrow, Wednesday June 14th around lunchtime at the Knoll. The Dog Park will be open however the PARKING ENTRANCE to the parking lot will be closed. Visitors of the dog park can drive/enter through the parking exit area.

06/03/2023

https://www.wcvb.com/article/tufts-medical-center-adds-second-comfort-dog/44067689?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot&fbclid=IwAR1EmpS5xdMPlJ2HTcQFiSs-yNR06siYws8q24R80StdDU_Mr9R9ZttPcVg&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

When it comes to comfort dogs, eight paws are better than four at Tufts Medical Center.

06/02/2023

https://facebook.com/events/s/1st-annual-bark-party-with-bos/3927051370854689/

05/18/2023

If you are bringing your dog to the dog park you MUST be in the park with them WATCHING them. You can not leave them in there and take off. Or sit in your car. This is for the safety of the dogs & others using the park. Please be respectful and responsible. Thank you!

Melrose Dog Park

05/11/2023

Members of the dog society are having a meeting tonight! If there’s any questions or concerns about the dog park (across from highschool) , please comment below or can private message us! We appreciate it. Thank you ♥️🐾.

05/11/2023

ATTENTION: Dog Park will be closed during the day on Thursday, May 11 & Friday, May 12 for park maintenance. Cleaning up mulch from the fence and bringing in some new mulch!!!

12/10/2022

Thank you to everyone that attended the annual Halloween contest! ❤️🐾

We would like to extend a sincere THANK YOU to Melrose Dog Society for their generous donation from their Halloween Event they hosted that benefited Missing Dogs Mass! Melrose Dog Society

11/29/2021

11/01/2021

We’d like to thank everyone who attended the event, ESPECIALLY our special guests!!!

Sweet Treats by Maria Rose
Grotto by the Sea
Missing Dogs Massachusetts
Mily K. Photography

And THANK YOU Beacon Hill for your generous gift basket! 🎃🐾

11/01/2021

Here are our winners from the contest this year!

1) Overall Best costume - Wonder Woman

2) Most Original - Pupachino

3) Scariest - Santos the Scorpion

4) Best Couple costume - Jodie & Finley the Flamingos

5) Best group - Beto and his family dressed as NASA

6) Funniest costume - Patrick the Dinosaur

10/29/2021

Halloween Costume Contest is moving to Sunday 10/31 11-2. Looks like LOTS of rain on Saturday.

New Day and we hope you’ll be there!

04/10/2020

Allergic To Dogs? It Might Only Be Males, Boston Doctor Says

Up to 30% of people who are allergic to dogs are allergic to a specific protein only found in male dogs. Who knew?

Love dogs but find yourself uncontrollably sneezing around some of them? There might be a solution that’s easier than allergy shots.

03/27/2020

A service dog in training brings comfort to ER doctors on the frontlines

Dogs come through for us everywhere.

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes -- this one just happens to have four legs and a furry coat.

03/24/2020

The Melrose Dog Park is closed until at least early April due to the COVID-19 virus. Governor Baker has limited public gatherings including outdoor spaces. We will update everyone when the Park reopens.

03/20/2020

Irish President’s Bernese Mountain dog barges into press conference for belly rubs

A dog barging in? Ever happen to you?

http://animalscene.ph/2020/03/10/irish-presidents-bernese-mountain-dog-barges-into-press-conference-for-belly-rubs/?fbclid=IwAR0zMQumj9E72uI8jOgswWeF_pGzdqgFnXI731T81iWPptokPL793_yQLDI

The president of Ireland is known for always having his dog beside him during events. Recently, Brod, the adorable Bernese mountain dog stole the show once again in an official event and took the internet by storm.

02/15/2020

Canadian Service Dogs Had To Watch A Live Musical As Part Of Their Training, And Their Photo Goes Viral

So great!

http://justsomething.co/canadian-service-dogs-had-to-watch-a-live-musical-as-part-of-their-training-and-their-photo-goes-viral/

K-9 Country Inn Working Service Dogs is a full-service training facility based in Ontario, Canada. At this training facility, the employees train service dogs to meet their handlers’ individual needs via their unique service dog support program. The initial stages of the program include repetitive...

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350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA
02176

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+16178516851

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http://www.melrosedogsociety.org/

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