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Warner Park Off-Leash Dog Park Closed: Late in the evening on Friday, February 13, Parks staff were made aware of a nearly 8-year-old dog, who, shortly after returning home from a visit to the Warner off-leash dog park, fell ill and suddenly died. Upon getting the news, Park rangers made contact and left messages with UW vet clinic and Public Health Madison & Dane County. On Saturday morning, February 14, out of an abundance of caution, park rangers closed the dog park and added closed signage at the two locked entrances.

We have received a number of phone calls and emails from concerned residents alerting us of the incident. We share your concerns and please know we are working with other local agencies and meeting internally to determine our next steps. As of Monday, February 16, Warner dog park remains closed. Any updates will be posted on our Off-Leash Dog Park webpage.

cityofmadison.com/dogsinparks