About Pawster Park Playground
Pawster Park Pooch Playground is located in Foster Park West on Winchester Road, just off Bluffton Road. It is a public facility owned and operated by the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department. All dogs (except female dogs in heat) are welcome subject to the rules and regulations below. Directions
Dog Swim at Northside Pool
for Dog Park Members Only
Check back in August of 2025 for the next Dog Swim!
Thanks to Mike Durbin | Journal-Gazette for use of this photo!
About Camp Canine
Camp Canine is 60,000 square feet of grassy, fenced play space, divided into two separate areas. Separating the space allows for crews to clean and mow one side while keeping the other side open. A 600 foot open-air shelter and patio was also constructed in the dog park and there are bone-shaped benches and fire hydrants positioned throughout the grassy area. The drinking fountains have a ground level bowl for dogs as well as a higher bowl for humans.
General Information
Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department
Administrative Office
705 East State Street
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805
(260) 427-6000
Dog Owners must show proof of rabies, Distemper, and Parvo vaccinations to obtain passes. All dog vaccinations must be administered by a veterinarian. Passes must be visibly attached to your dog's collar at all times.
All permits shall be valid from the time they are issued until December 31st yearly. Fees will not be pro-rated. Color-coded tags will contain a registration number and the year for which the tag is valid.
Annual Pooch Passes are $40 per dog
Half Season Memberships are available for purchase yearly (July 1-Dec.31 for $20)
Limit three (3) Pooch Passes per household.
Both Dog Parks are open 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily!!
Ready to obtain a membership?
To obtain a membership to our Dog Parks you may either come into the office with your most recent vet records showing your dog is current on the rabies, parvo and distemper vaccinations or:
Click on this link: https://eform.acfw.net/lfserver/PawsterParkPoochPlaygroundPass;
Fill out the form and attach your most recent vet records showing your dog is current on the rabies, parvo and distemper vaccinations;
Await a call from the office staff to obtain your credit card information;
Stop by the office and pick up your gate key and dog tag
Your dogs will thank you for it!
Other Dog Park Links of Interest
Dog Pass and Liability Form
Dog Park Rules and Regulations
Questions?
Please call our office at 260-427-6000, Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
Testimonials from Camp Canine Dog Owners
Don’t know if anyone has mentioned but we greatly appreciate to gravel along the fence where the water rises/sets!
Thank You, You guys do an awesome job & we do appreciate it!
Thanks
Paul M.
Sign up NOW for the 2024 Dippin' Dogs event! See the flier above for the details. Not a member yet-still time to JOIN the FUN!
Closings
PLEASE NOTE: Camp Canine CLOSES YEARLY for the Johnny Appleseed Festival..
History
In 2000, a dedicated group of local dog-lovers approached the Parks and Recreation Department with the concept of developing a dog park in Fort Wayne. The group conducted research on similar facilities in other communities and pledged their energy towards raising funds to construct the facility.
In 2010 a new Dog Agility course was added which includes six new canine agility equipment pieces. These products are specially designed to help dog owners to teach obedience skills, build confidence, and give exercise. There are three separate pieces in each area of the two fenced areas. One area has a set of six weaving poles, a wait table, and a doggy teeter totter. The other area contains a tire jump, a set of five hound hoops, and a dog walk ramp. This new equipment is tough enough for any park setting and will provide fun activities for dogs of all sizes and abilities.
Photo by: Jennifer Boyd
