The most popular Atlanta dog park, Piedmont's off-leash canine haven has nearly three acres where pups can run free and frolic until they're good and tired. Pro: Separate areas for small and large dogs. Con: Minimal shade means the heat can get intense for dogs and humans.

This doggy oasis in Lakewood Heights, across from Aaron's Amphitheater, has plenty of shade trees, climbing rocks and room to play. For the humans, there's a lovely view from its hilltop location, a tree swing and peace of mind provided by the separate large and small dog areas.

This clean, spacious dog park provides drinking water for fuzzy buddies and nice benches for humans. Pros: Nice wooded trails, friendly people. Cons: Gets a bit muddy after rain, small and large dogs in the same space.

It's a coffee shop. It's a dog park. Enjoy a latte, work on the free Wifi and grab a bite to eat while your dog gallivants around with his or her furry friends. As one patron explained: "I like it because I love getting drunk with my dog in tow." Did we mention they serve beer, wine and liquor?

This Decatur favorite has a doggy water fountain, lots of shaded areas and both flat and hilly areas. There is more than enough room for even large dogs to tire themselves out. Owners of tiny and/or shy dogs beware though: Pooches of all sizes are allowed to play together here.

Prior to the opening of the dog park last November, this 5.5-acre Old Fourth Ward park was known for its drug dealers and panhandlers. Now it's a place for the growing O4W community to come together with their fluffy pals. Water fountains, shade and separate areas for large and small dogs are provided.

This well-maintained, volunteer-run Dunwoody favorite gives visitors' furry companions nearly three acres of running and playing space. There are wooded walking trails for humans to enjoy, but no bathrooms. Know before you go.

The PATH Foundation's South Peachtree Creek Trail runs right into this clean, recently updated park so you can take Fido for a leashed walk along the trail before turning him loose in the smaller (half acre) fenced-in area.