PURCHASE A PERMIT
Requirements
- Current dog license from the City of Des Moines or home jurisdiction
- Current dog rabies vaccination certification
- Dog must be at least four months old
- Permits and tags pertain to specific dogs, not the dog park and therefore cannot be transferred to other dogs or dog owners.
Download the appropriate application to apply for a Dog Park Permit
Des Moines Residents
Non-Resident
Where to Purchase Permits
- Buy your permit at the City Clerk's office in Des Moines City Hall (400 Robert D Ray Drive), Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Dog owners can purchase permits along with their annual dog license in November.
Questions? Call (515) 283-4209 ext. #3 between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or listen to pre-recorded information at 515-237-1DOG(1364)
Earn a FREE permit by volunteering to be a Dog Park Ambassador.
Become a Dog Park Ambassador
Join our team of grrrr-eat volunteer dog park ambassadors! We're looking for outgoing dog lovers to welcome dogs and owners to the park. Dog Park Ambassadors make sure all dogs and owners have an outstanding experience by educating users about the park, making sure visitors have the proper permit and everyone is complying with the rules. Ambassadors will receive training from staff and earn a free permit for volunteering 40 hours in a year.
To volunteer, please e-mail parksvolunteer@dmgov.org and include your name, e-mail address, phone number and your preferred Dog Park or call 515-248-6383.
There are three dog parks in Des Moines – Ewing, Reno Memorial and Riverwalk. Permits are required for entry and the annual cost is $20. The permits can be used at all three parks and are good January 1 – December 31.
