Paw Patch hours are consistent with the hours for Newhall Park (dawn to dusk).
THE PAW PATCH™ will close during inclement weather. Please call City of Concord Rain Hotline (925) 671-3479 for park opening or closure.
Paw Patch closed on Wednesday’s for maintenance.
All dogs in THE PAW PATCH™ must wear tags showing current licenses.
Dogs must be supervised by their owner(s)/handler(s) at all times while in THE PAW PATCH™.
All persons using THE PAW PATCH™ must carry a leash.
All dogs must be under the effective control of their owner(s)/handler(s) at all times.
All dog feces must be removed immediately and placed in the provided trash receptacles.
Dogs must not be allowed to dig holes and damage the grass.
Use of THE PAW PATCH™ is recommended for dogs’ six months or older.
Dogs in heat are not allowed at THE PAW PATCH™ .
The designated area for small dogs is designed for dogs less than 30 pounds only. Small dog use in the larger area is at the discretion of the owner(s)/handler(s). Dogs weighing over 30 pounds are not allowed in the smaller dog area for any reason.
Abandonment of dogs in THE PAW PATCH™ is against the law.
Use of the large dog area is limited to a maximum of 30 dogs at any one given time, and is restricted to two dogs per handler.
Please report rule violations to the Public Works Department/Parks Division at 671-3444, Monday through Friday, 8 AM TO 5 PM. After hours and weekends, call CPD/Dispatch at (925) 671-3333 or Contra Costa County Animal Services Department at (925) 335-8300.
