Hi everyone, My name is Jin Zhang. I’m the new steward for MOLG starting out this new year. Our 8.4 acre dog park has been through some challenges in the last year. Incidents of vandalism of vehicles, our maintenance tool shed burning down, and the departure of the Barkery are some that come to mind. But things aren’t all bad. Thanks to the outgoing Steward … Read more
By Jenn Scott Seattle Animal Watch believes that the City of Seattle needs integrated and comprehensive animal welfare planning. Animal welfare is a factor in key issues affecting our growing city. It involves different departments that often compete for limited resources. Many citizens are not even aware of these issues and the challenges they involve. An example is the ongoing creation and management of off-leash … Read more
For those of you who love the dog beach, we’ve got good news. The long awaited renovation and embankment repair is slated for January 2024. David Graves, Senior Planner for Seattle Parks and Recreation, recently advised that there are two permits necessary to get the work done and the first was granted by the Department of Fish and Wildlife; approval is still pending from … Read more
Follow us now on newly revamped Instagram, Twitter and Facebook pages. We’re now known as Magnuson Dog Park and we’ll be communicating here often to help share lots of great dog photos (of course) but also help introduce some of the people who love the dog park, and why. Also, let’s plan a party or two. Suggestions are welcome and volunteers will be needed. {Are you … Read more
Education. MDP visitors already share THE BIG DOG LOVE. Just by coming to the park you’re trying to give your dog the chance to be free, within reason. Our new Know Before You Go campaign hopes to build on that natural play by shining a light on the best “rules of the game.” After all, if everyone has a common understanding then safety comes first, but FUN rules! … Read more
From commissioning art to reaching out to local canine-based charities or building outreach or educational opportunities, we at MDP want to help. Let us know if there are ways we can improve dog AND HUMAN play in the park or even on the other side of the fence. {Believe in inclusivity and want to expand community kinship? Place your paw here!}
