Alexander Deussen Dog Park
Northeast Houston
12303 Sonnier St
Houston, TX 77044
Maintained by:
Est. 2009
Hours of Operation:
7am - Dusk
5.25 acres (big dogs)
1.75 acres (small dogs)
7 acres total
Grass turf, with asphalt paths
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Separate areas for large and small dogs
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Doggie water fountains
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Waste stations
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Shade trees
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Showers
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Benches
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Walking paths
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Water Fountains
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Portapotties
Alexander Deussen (1882-1959), a petroleum geologist, donated a 309-acre site on Lake Houston to Harris County in 1956. The site was converted into a public park and named the Alexander Deussen Park. In 2010, seven of those acres were set aside for an off-leash dog park.
Dog Park Rules
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All dogs must be leashed when entering and leaving the park.
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All dogs must have current rabies and all other vaccinations as required by the Harris County Public Health Department and should be healthy and free of all contagious diseases and parasites.
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Dogs must wear current license tags in the park.
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Never leave dogs unattended.
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Dogs must be in view of and within voice control of their owners/handlers at all times.
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Dog owners/handlers must carry a leash with them at all times while in the park.
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Dog owners/handlers are responsible for picking up and disposing of all of their dogs' waste.
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Dogs in heat are prohibited.
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Dogs showing any signs of aggression must be leashed and immediately removed from the park.
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Dogs under 4 months of age are not allowed.
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All dogs must be under the control of an adult and there is a limit of 2 dogs per adult in the park at any time.
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No food or drink (dog or human) allowed in the park.
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No bicycles, skateboards, rollerblades or any motorized vehicles allowed.
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