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Pet Policies
Just like plants are important to us, we understand that pets are an important part of many residents’ lives. Visitors are allowed to walk their dogs on the arboretum trails on the west side of Aldine Westfield. However, in Mercer's botanical gardens on the east side of Aldine Westfield, pets are only allowed for pet portraits; owners must complete a Pet Portrait Form (PDF) at the visitor center upon arrival. Seeing-eye and hearing-assistance dogs are allowed throughout the park.

Pets must be on a 6-foot leash at all times in both the arboretum and gardens, and must cleaned up after.

Many of the plant collections in the botanic gardens are priceless. For their protection and your safety, please abide by the rules and regulations while visiting Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens.