Why a dog park?

What began as a project to earn her Girl Scout Gold Award for Melissa Schube is now becoming a community project.  Melissa researched for a year before deciding a "Bark Park" would be the perfect project.

"Not only will it provide a safe place for dogs, like my dog Sadie Sue, to run and play, it will also contribute to the beautification of Bentonville."  Earlier this year Melissa presented her ideas to the City's Planning Community and the rest is history.

• Bentonville residents want a Bark Park!
• Over 60% of Bentonville residents own at least one dog.
• Over 62% of Bentonville residents include their family pet in their park experience.
• 43% of survey respondents identify Dog Parks as a need for the community.

What is a Bark Park?

The Bentonville Bark Park is an off-leash recreation area for dogs and dog lovers.  The primary purpose is to provide exercise and socialization opportunities for our four-legged friends while promoting responsible dog ownership through events and programs.

The Bentonville Bark Park is "provided for our community, by our community."