Overview

• The city ordered Nuevo Dog Park closed until further notice after dogs repeatedly fell ill over two months, culminating in a canine death reported the week of July 28.
• Officials launched a thorough environmental assessment on August 5 to test soil, water and landscaping for contaminants or pathogens.
• Santa Clara parks use no pesticides and rely solely on pet- and eco-friendly cleaning products, the city emphasized.
• Nuevo Dog Park is located at Ryder Street and La Rambla Avenue just south of Central Expressway and east of Lawrence Expressway.
• Residents can report concerns or request updates through the Dog Park Hotline at 408-615-3144 or via the MySantaClara app.