West Bloomfield Dog Park
The West Bloomfield Dog Park is located in Karner Farm at 5911 Halsted Road. This property is shared with our Community Garden. The park is open daily, year-round from 8 am to sunset except on Wednesdays when it closes from 8 to 11 am for maintenance. The park has drinking water, seasonally, for dogs and bags for waste disposal. Entrance into the dog park is controlled by a keyless electronic system during these hours: 8 am-6:30 pm (Nov-Feb) & 8 am-8 pm (Mar-Oct).
The Dog Park offers nearly 4 acres of fenced-in area and is divided into 3 sections – one for all dogs, one for small dogs up to 25 lbs and one for people with physical limitations (ADA Accessible).
How to apply for a permit
Registration:
You are registering, as the owner of your pet, for the dog park.
The dog license, vaccination papers and driver’s license MUST match exactly. You may not register for anyone else’s dog. Up to three dogs per household may be registered. (Two dogs per owner/handler are allowed at one time in the park.)
Any other person (18+) who may take your dog(s) to the park without you must also register on a separate application located here. They will also submit a copy of their driver’s license, agree to the Rules & Regulations, and sign the waiver on the separate application. This can be done at any time.
As the dog owner, you are held accountable to ensure that all parties registered on your application follow the Rules & Regulations, which are outlined at the end of this application. Any violations by you or another individual applying with you, could result in suspending or revoking your registration. Disciplinary actions do not take place without an investigation by a WB Parks representative.
Additionally, lost or stolen key fobs are $15.
STEP ONE: Gather required information:
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Proof of up-to-date Oakland County Dog License
This can be purchased from one of the following 3 options:
- Check with your local vet to see if they offer the service or
- The Online Pet Licensing System: https://land.oakgov.com/OPLS or
- West Bloomfield Treasurer’s Office
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- Dog License Application, which can be printed here: https://www.wbtownship.org/document_center/DogLicenseApplication.pdf
- Proof of rabies vaccination
- A check for the correct payment (see license application above for fees.)
Dog license questions should be directed to The Treasurer’s Office at (248)451-4860
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Current vaccinations, which MUST include Bordetella.
- Proof of spay or neuter, unless the dog is under 24 months or you have a letter from your vet indicating their specific recommendation for your dog. This should be submitted for approval before your application to expedite the process.
- Your valid Driver’s License. It must show West Bloomfield Township residency or you must provide proof that you pay taxes to West Bloomfield Township to be included as a resident.
- Registration will not be permitted if the county dog license, vaccination papers and driver’s license do not match exactly.
STEP TWO: Application and Prepared Documents
Complete the WB Parks Dog Park application and submit your prepared documents:
- Online 2026 WB Dog Park Application & Waiver
- In person* (8am – 430pm, Monday – Friday) at The Recreation Activities Center, 4640 Walnut Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, MI 48323
*Please note as of December 12, 2025, the Recreation Activities Center will be permanently closed. Starting December 15, 2025, all walk-in activity will move to the Connect Senior Center, 33230 W 14 Mile Rd., West Bloomfield, MI 48322
STEP THREE: Additional Applicants/Family Members
Inform any individual (18+) that would take your dog to the park w/o you to fill out a separate application and submit their driver’s license.
STEP FOUR: Registration and Payment
Register, provide payment of $60 resident/ $140 non-resident, & pick up your key fob.
RENEWING APPLICANTS (If keeping the same key fob): Once we have received your application and complete set of required documents, you may call to register and pay.
NEW APPLICANTS: Once we have received your application and complete set of required documents, you must come in person to register and pay.
We accept all forms of payment, including Amex, Discover & apple pay. At the time of registration, we will ensure that all your submitted requirements are complete and approved. We will take applications/payments on a first-come, first-serve basis until we are at capacity.
