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Hill's Bark Park gives dogs an opportunity to run and play with other dogs in a leash-free controlled environment. Hill's Bark Park is located in Gage Park in a former softball field surrounded by a six-foot fence near Gage Park's southeast corner. The city created the park in 1999 and has added trees, benches, a drinking fountain and a double-gated entrance.

In May 2004, Hill's Pet Nutrition donated $25,000 toward planned improvements with a total estimated ultimate budget of $115,000.

For all interested in promoting and improving Hill’s Bark Park click here...

Planned improvements are:

• the expansion of the park to the west creating a separate small-dog area
• replacement of the current fence with green-vinyl coated 6 feet tall chain link fencing
• a gazebo
• additional picnic tables and watering stations
• lighting in the park
• the general enhancement of the park appearance through landscaping measures
• more pet pickup stations for picking up waste.

The purposes of the Friends of Hill's Bark Park shall be to promote and improve Hill's Bark Park through publicity and fundraising. The Friends of Hill's Bark Park was formed in March 2005 as a result of the City of Topeka Resolution Number 7602.

Bark Park Rules

1. No children under 12 years of age unless accompanied by an adult.
2. Always pick up after your dog(s). Feces are a source of parasites & disease.
3. Puppies under the age of 4 months are prohibited.
4. All dogs must be vaccinated & licensed prior to using the park. Owners must have proof of vaccinations & licensing.
5. Aggressive dogs are not permitted. Dogs that show aggression must be removed immediately.
6. Owners must remain at Bark Park with dog(s) & monitor behavior of dog(s).
7. No more than 3 dogs per adult permitted.
8. Dogs in heat, pregnant or lactating are not permitted.
9. Owners must have a leash in their possession for each dog. Dogs must be on a leash when outside Bark Park.
10. No Food Allowed.
11. Please keep gates closed at all times.
12. Please control excessive barking.
13. Please do not allow dogs to dig holes.