Seneca County is known for being a welcoming destination, not just for people, but for our four-legged friends as well! Thanks to the tireless efforts of the Friends of the Tiffin Bark Park, Inc., our community and its visitors have an incredible dog park right in our own backyard to enjoy. The Tiffin Bark Park is located at 606 North Washington Street, within Highland Park, and is open 365 days a year!
The Tiffin Bark Park is not your typical off-leash dog park. With 675+ registered users, safety and health are top priorities of the park. To ensure a safe environment, every dog must have up-to-date vaccinations, verified by a veterinarian, before gaining access to the park. Once a registered user, there is a key fob system that users utilize to access the park. All you have to do is load up your pup, scan your fob, open the gate, and let your furry friend run wild!
The park is complete with benches, different obstacles, doggy bags so the park is kept clean for all, toys and water bowls that are available for use, and wide open spaces for dogs to play with others, get out their energy, and enjoy just being a dog! Not only is the Tiffin Bark Park the grounds for furry friendships, but also for the owners, who can cultivate friendships and chat amongst one another when they please. To keep the park secure, safe for everyone, and accessible, in addition to the key fob system, there are security cameras, a special space for smaller or less active senior dogs, and the most recent addition, lights!
The Friends of the Tiffin Bark Park, Inc. completed a much-anticipated lighting project in February of 2022, initiated with a generous grant from the Tiffin Community Foundation. The project saw the installation of 14 solar-powered lights across the 1.5-acre facility. The lighting setup includes four lights that illuminate the park beginning at dusk for five hours each night, while the remaining ten lights are motion-activated, ensuring that the park remains energy-efficient while providing visibility for evening activities. This enhancement has been a significant response to the community’s request for better lighting, as noted by Keith Hodkinson, President of the organization.
To join the Tiffin Bark Park community, dog owners can obtain a user form here or from their local veterinary office. After the vet completes the shot record section, the owner fills out the rest and sends it in with the necessary fee to receive a personal encoded key fob. The fee structure is straightforward: $10 for the key fob and $10 for the first year of usage, with subsequent years costing $10 annually. Registration forms are also available at the park’s front gate.
For more information about the Tiffin Bark Park, visit their Facebook page here or call 419-455-9872. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, the Tiffin Bark Park offers a fantastic opportunity for dogs to run, play, and socialize in a safe, well-maintained environment. Come and see why Seneca County is a destination for happy people and happy dogs!
