Located on the valley floor by Cub Lake, the BVS Leash Free Dog Park is open to all members of the BVS Community. Dog Tags are required prior to use and can be obtained for $5/tag at the Association office. Dog Tags must be renewed every fiscal year. The Application for Dog Tags can be found in our document library under Amenity Forms.
Please keep in mind that aggressive dogs are NOT permitted at the dog park in any capacity and that the “leash-free” concept of the park applies ONLY if your dog can be kept under control by vocal commands. Please also refrain from bringing any food (dog or human) into the enclosures.
Bags are provided to clean up after your dog. Let’s keep the dog park clean and safe for everyone to enjoy.
04/07/2022-Warning about Wild Onions from the Tailwaggers Dog Club
Wild onions can be found throughout BVS, and especially around and in the Dog Park and nature path. Please watch your dog carefully! The Association can not spray to kill onions as it would kill all plant growth which is toxic to our lakes and would leave a dirt mess in the dog park.
Are onions toxic to dogs?
Onions contain a toxic principle known as N-propyl disulfide. This compound causes a breakdown of red blood cells, leading to anemia in dogs.
The toxin causes oxidative damage to your dog's red blood cells by attaching to the oxygen molecules in your dog's red blood cells. This reduces the ability of the red blood cells to carry oxygen, and also tricks your dog's body into thinking that the blood cell is an invader. The red blood cell is destroyed in a process known as hemolysis, resulting in hemolytic anemia.
What parts of onions are toxic to dogs?
All parts of the onion plant are toxic to dogs, including the flesh, leaves, juice, and processed powders. Raw or cooked, fried or powdered, onions and the rest of the allium family (garlic, shallots, leeks, and chives) are harmful to dogs.
Symptoms of onion toxicity in dogs
If you think your dog may have eaten onions, there are a few symptoms of anemia to look out for:
The ASPCA also lists vomiting, elevated heart rate, and panting assigns of onion toxicity.
If your dog is exhibiting any of these symptoms, the best thing you can do to help him is to get him to a veterinarian as soon as possible.
