welcome humans
& dogs!
Welcome to RUFF North End! R.U.F.F. (Responsible Urbanites For Fido) is a group of volunteer dog lovers whose mission is to work towards healthy dog living and work with the community to better neighborhood relations. RUFF promotes responsible dog ownership, dog education, and outreach within their community.
RUFF is made up of friendly, welcoming, respectful, diverse and active members. Our goals are to clean up and educate our neighborhood and provide owners with an accessible place to exercise their dogs thereby providing an area for community-building socializing.
WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOUR DOG (AND YOU OF COURSE)
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WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOUR DOG (AND YOU OF COURSE)
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WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOUR DOG (AND YOU OF COURSE) ✦ WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOUR DOG (AND YOU OF COURSE) ✦
Richmond Street Park UPDATES
Public Feedback Survey
RUFF is planning exciting improvements at the Richmond Street Dog Run. Construction begins in 2026, but we need your input now!
We’re collecting feedback from the community on both the proposed plans and general park usage. Your feedback will help guide the next steps.
Please share the survey with neighbors, non dog owners, and anyone who may want to review the plans and provide feedback.
Turf & Stone Options in Rendering Drawings
Upcoming Events
PHOTOS WITH
Santa Paws
Sunday, December 7 from 10-11am
at the lower RUFF North End Dog Park
Capture your pup's perfect holiday photo with Santa Paws! He’s made his list, checked it twice, and all of your dogs were decidedly nice this year! RUFF will have a photographer present, or bring your own camera.
A suggested donation of $15 will directly benefit the dog park.
This will be an on-leash event.
Off-leash play will not be available during the event.
SUNDAY, DECECMBER 7TH FROM 10-11AM
Our PARKS
Both parks are open to the public, no membership or key access required.
PRINCE street
Accessible from Prince Street through the DeFilippo Playground or the intersection of Snow Hill & Hull Streets
HOURS: 6am - 9pm, 7 days a week
Park features K-9 turf, water play area, and agility courses.
Two separate sections: upper level reserved for dogs under 25lb, lower level for larger dogs
richmond street
Located on Richmond Street between North & Fulton Streets
HOURS: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Fully lit park with gravel and benches
