Dog Days of Summer Registration

 DOG 1 INFORMATION 

Only two dogs per member are permitted in the Garden during Dog Days of Summer or related events.

 DOG 2 INFORMATION (OPTIONAL) 

Only complete this section if you are bringing a second dog. Members may bring a maximum of two dogs. Leave blank if not applicable.

 INDEMNITY, WAIVER AND RELEASE 

I, the undersigned, will indemnify, defend and hold harmless, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden (the “Botanical Garden”), its agents, employees, officers, servants, dog committee members, donors, instructors, volunteers, and any and all other individuals associated with the Botanical Garden (collectively, the “Releasees”), from and against any and all actions, in law or in equity, liability, claims for damages, demands, or judgments arising out of or in connection with my participation in or presence at the Botanical Garden.

I do hereby acknowledge and accept that I have voluntarily applied to participate and utilize, with my dog(s), the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden located in the City of Dallas, Texas. I fully understand and acknowledge that the physical presence of me and my dog in the Botanical Garden involves risks of injury to me, any individual accompanying me, other persons, my dog and other dogs, including but not limited to, risks resulting from aggressive dogs, unpredictable behavior, lack of proper training, tripping and falling, having an allergic reaction, and contracting an illness. I further understand that despite the efforts of the Botanical Garden to ensure owners have complied, there is a risk that not all dogs present in the Botanical Garden are licensed and vaccinated for rabies, which could result in injury to a person or a dog.

For myself and on behalf of my heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives and assigns, I hereby release, waive and discharge the Releasees from any and all loss, cost, damage, liability, and expense of every nature, kind and description arising out of my said participation, use, or presence at the Botanical Garden. I understand that this waiver includes any claims based on negligence, action, or inaction.

The undersigned further expressly agrees that the foregoing indemnity, waiver and release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of State of Texas, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, not withstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. I, the undersigned, have read and understand all rules, regulations and policies, and will be responsible for adherence.

Please type your full name and provide your signature below to acknowledge you have read and agree to the terms above.

 DOG DAYS OF SUMMER RULES AND REGULATIONS 

1. No unregistered dogs are admitted into the Dallas Arboretum. All dogs entering the Dallas Arboretum must be accounted for via the Dog Registration Form. New household dog(s) require a new dog registration.
2. Pet owners are responsible for their dog’s actions and behavior at all times. Dogs must be attended and supervised at all times by a person eighteen years or older. No unattended dogs are permitted in the Dallas Arboretum at any time.
3. No more than two dogs per member are permitted in the Dallas Arboretum at a time.
4. All dogs entering the Dallas Arboretum must check in with Visitor Services staff at the entrance. Abandoning animals is prohibited by law.
5. Guests of the Dallas Arboretum and the owners of any dog(s) in the Botanical Garden assume liability for damages suffered by anyone who is bitten by a guest’s dog while attending a Dogs Days of Summer program or related event.
6. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES ALLOWED. Dogs must remain on a non-retractable leash at all times. Leashes may be no longer than six (6) feet. If a dog arrives with a retractable leash and there is no other leash to use, Botanical Garden staff reserve the right to ask the guest and their dog to leave.
7. Pet owners must clean up after their dog(s). Pet owners must pay close attention to their dog(s) and properly pick up and dispose of their waste before leaving the Botanical Garden. Please use discretion where you permit your dog(s) to urinate. Many of the Dallas Arboretum’s plants are sensitive to dog urine.
8. Pet owners should watch their dog(s) for heat stress. The Dallas Arboretum recommends frequent water and shade breaks for dogs attending the Dog Days of Summer program.
9. Aggressive or unruly dogs, wolves or wolf-dog hybrids, are prohibited from the Botanical Garden. A dog that is sick or a female dog in heat is prohibited in the Botanical Garden. Spayed/neutered animals are recommended. Unneutered dogs must be closely monitored at all times. If a guest’s dog becomes unruly or plays too roughly, the offending dog must leave the Botanical Garden until such time that the dog is under owner control and has settled down.
10. All dogs must be microchipped and properly immunized. Puppies under six (6) months are prohibited in the Botanical Garden. The use of heartworm and tick prevention products is recommended.
11. Service animals are welcome in the Botanical Garden at any time. Only service animals as defined by the ADA and state law are allowed in all parts of the Botanical Garden. The Dallas Arboretum reserves the right to restrict guest and service animal access to other locations consistent with the ADA and state law.
12. Dogs must remain on paths or grassy areas. Dogs are not permitted in plant beds.
13. Dogs are not permitted in any lakes or ponds at the Botanical Garden. Dogs must remain 10 feet from these areas.
14. Only dogs and their owners are permitted within the Botanical Garden during Dog Days of Summer program days and hours. No other animals (domesticated or not) may enter. Professional dog trainers are not permitted to enter the Botanical Garden for training purposes without written permission from the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden.
15. Dog Days of Summer program hours and days are subject to change at the discretion of the Dallas Arboretum, due to high volumes of visitors or exhibits.
16. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to refuse admission to or remove any dog or Owner whose behavior is deemed unsafe or disruptive.
17. By entering the premises, Member grants permission for photographs or video recordings of themselves and their dog to be used for promotional and marketing purposes without compensation.

Please type your full name and provide your signature below to acknowledge you have read and agree to the rules above.