Dog Park in Rockville or Bethesda?

[Anonymous]

My 2yo dd is OBSESSED with dogs lately. We don't have one but I'd love to take her to some local dog parks to see them romp around while we're out and about in the stroller. Anyone know of any in the Bethesda or Rockville area?

[Anonymous]

There's one right in my neighborhood in King Farm.

http://www.rockvillemd.gov/parks-facilities/dogpark.htm

Bring sunscreen, there is not a lot of shade!

[Anonymous]

Just a word of caution: you may want to stand outside the fence with your daughter and look in. The dogs run very fast and can play rough. My 180 pound dog could easily accidentally knock over a small child while frolicking and chasing the ball. I've also seen small children walking around dog parks eating which is never a good thing. The food is right at the dogs' level and even the most well-behaved dog will have a hard time resisting going after the food. Please remember that these are actually Dog Exercise Areas and are not children's parks.

[Anonymous]

I'm not in MD, but where I live here in Reston we have a dog park. Kids under 12 are not allowed inside the fence. It can be dangerous because sometimes dogs get in a bit of a fight and it can get quite nasty. Not to mention that these are all strange dogs. However, I'm sure a view from the fence line would be enough doggie action to keep your son really excited!