Fullerton Pooch Park — Attraction in Fullerton

4-24-2016 The Fullerton Dog Park is the first dog park we took our 2 dogs. I was apprehensive in taking them anywhere unleashed because of horror stories but, we have friends who take their dogs to dog parks and rave over them. So we walked our 2 large dogs around the outside areas and perimeter of the fence before we went in. Best thing we ever done! They LOVE to go! Within a half mile from getting there our Lab goes bonkers because he knows where we're going. Most of the dogs I've noticed are young and rambunctious. Ours are middle aged and play a little with the others for a short while and then they just like to mozey here and there before we go home. There are instances where a dog would be a bit aggressive and want to dominate but, most owners will try to squelch the behavior. There have been times when an owner was oblivious to what is going on and his PLAYFUL pit was getting out of hand jumping on people etc. while he was on the phone... really? I believe Most Owners are watchful of their dogs. Of course there will be the few who aren't. The best thing is to watch your pet at all times to calm any aggressive behavior. Great place to meet other dog owners... all are there to let their Pooch have fun and socialize with others.... Best Thing Ever! They have an area for small dogs and large. Both have water and shade. Plastic bags are provided for...

It was my girls first time in a dog park. I was nervous but the people I met were very nice and helped ease my fears.

As with anywhere you go there are a few people that feel they are in charge or that this was their private park, and those who pay zero attention to their dogs. For example, there was a lady who called the police on another dog owner. As I understand she did not like how his dog, who plays hard, was behaving with her two small dogs, in the large dog enclosure. The officer who came was very nice and explained it was a civil matter.

The large dog portion is very spacious with shade, real grass, and plenty of seating.

The small dog enclosure is smaller but also has shade and seating. For those unruly dogs that may not socialize well, or for training, there is a separate place for them as well. It is not very well shaded, no grass, and the seating is less than ideal but at least it is a place where you could start working on social behaviors as it shares a fence with the large dog pen.

Note that this park is close to active railroad tracks and can get a bit loud.

Double gate entry and plenty of access to water. We had a very successful and pleasant first experience.

UPDATE 7-23-21 We have since visited another nice dog park but my girls prefer this one. I think because it has real grass, the other was...

One of the nicer dog parks in North Orange County. There are separate sections for smaller dogs, completely enclosed. Another section for large dogs again completely enclosed and a third section for what kind of dogs I am not sure LOL. There are some trees to provide shade, water fountain for the dogs & bowls to share. There's also some grass, wood chips and concrete surfaces for pups to frolic. Chairs and benches scattered throughout for owners to rest, socialize, and OBSERVE their pet. Oh yes, the train runs along behind the park, Amtrak for one, I like trains😁 The park itself is Great! Only I dinged it one 🌟 , to let others know, as in human parks, there will be those that do not abide by the guidelines, ie: not picking up after their pets, carrying pets in their arms that do not get along with other dogs and bringing that into the environment. Have also noted Fur parents that do not hold their furbabies accountable for overly boisterous "bullyish" behaviors. As I mentioned previously, very much like a human park, you just have to be alert and aware of...