Pick Up After Your Dog, Howell Officials Warn

HOWELL, NJ — Howell Township authorities are reminding dog owners about the rules for dogs at the township's parks and facilities.

"It has come to the Township's attention that a few individuals are not adhering to the Township's general rules and requirements in our Township parks," officials said in a post on the township's Facebook page.

Among the rules is that all dogs should remain on leash at the town's parks except at the Bark Park, where dogs are permitted to be off-leash.

Dogs are not permitted on Howell's athletic fields.

"Furthermore, please be courteous! We are having issues with pet owners not picking up their dogs' poop. With sports seasons in full swing, our fields must remain clean for our youth sports participants. Take baggies with you to pick up the waste and dispose of it properly," officials said.

"By taking a few simple steps to clean up after your pet, you can contribute not only to the beautification of our community, but also towards the elimination of one of the most irritating nuisances in our community," the post said.

If dog owners don't follow the rules, Howell will limit access to fields, the township post said.