Paws at the Park

Paws at the Park: Pets + Parks = A Perfect Match!

In Wake County, we think parks and pets are a perfect match.

Brought to you by Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space and the Wake County Animal Center, Paws at the Park has two goals:

  • Promoting the benefits of spending time outdoors with your pet
  • Raising awareness of the adorable animals that are up for adoption.

Complete Your Pawsport and Win

Pick up your printed pawsport at any Wake County park or preserve or the Wake County Animal Center. New pet owners will find one in your adoption folder. You can also download a copy here.

Check off the name of the Wake County park or preserve you perused with your pet. When you've completed four visits, take a picture of your card and email it to PawsAtThePark@wake.gov.

We'll send you a cool prize that both you and your pet can enjoy!

Participating Locations

Please note that 6-foot leashes are always required. Please note: pets are not allowed at Historic Yates Mill County Park because of its status as a native wildlife refuge.

Share on Social

We'd love to see you and your pets in action! Tag us (@WakeGovParks and @WakeGovPets) and include #WakePawsAtThePark in your pawsome photos!