McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council

McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council The McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council (MDPAC) is the volunteer group responsible for McKinley Dog Pa The 12,000 sq. ft. Come check it out!
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The McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council is a group of individuals who preside over McKinley Dog Park-- a safe, legal Dog Friendly Area in the McKinley Park. dog park is located on Pershing & Western and is the first public dog park in Chicago's Southwest side. The DFA, built in January of 2020 boasts a small dog area, two human/pet water fountains, and complimentary pick-up bags. All park users mus

t follow Chicago Park District Rules & Regulations, Permit & Tag requirements, as well as posted signs. Please direct any questions or comments to [email protected].

A week ago, we hosted our MDPAC mixer! 🐾We had an exceptional time mingling and getting to know friends of McKinley Dog ...
03/28/2024

A week ago, we hosted our MDPAC mixer! 🐾
We had an exceptional time mingling and getting to know friends of McKinley Dog Park. Thank you to our community for showcasing your support. We’re excited to make new memories with as many of you very soon.
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Reminder: McKinley Dog Park is independently managed by a small cohort of community volunteers. Want to see something change at the dog park or have cool ideas for events in the summer? Join us! Click link in bio to connect with us.

Lunch didn't hit the spot? Join us tonight for dinner! -
03/21/2024

Lunch didn't hit the spot? Join us tonight for dinner! -

As the park sees its 4th year open, we’re looking to grow our team and hear feedback on maintenance & events from the folks who use the park most! Join us at Whiner Beer Company to share those thoughts or simply to get to know your neighbors; no matter what’s bringing you by, we’ll provide som...

03/03/2024

🚨 RESCHEDULED 🚨

Come mingle with fellow park users & the PAC and learn how to get more involved with the park! March 21st at

Register for free at link in bio!

The McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council (MDPAC) is the volunteer group responsible for McKinley Dog Pa

Dearest McKinley Neighbors and beyond,The McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council (MDPAC) is thrilled to announce our first P...
02/05/2024

Dearest McKinley Neighbors and beyond,
The McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council (MDPAC) is thrilled to announce our first PAC Mixer. Join us at Whiner Beer Company on Thursday, March 7th at 7pm to learn and lend ideas to this year’s PAC calendar! Bring your best friends 🐶 , and any human you know! Bites on us!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 6! LINK IN BIO.
Walk-ins are welcome!
Sincerely,
MDPAC
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P.S. Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know of future events!
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Comment below: Are you coming? If so, tag who you’re bringing with you.

Join the fun! Let your bulldog play with like-size friends, pawrents can exchange training tips, and of course it makes ...
04/05/2023

Join the fun! Let your bulldog play with like-size friends, pawrents can exchange training tips, and of course it makes for a great photo op! When else will you see a park full of Bulldogs?
Use , tag us, or submit photos to 773-245-3095. Dogs must follow all Chicago Park District Rules & Regulations; including but not limited to up-to-date vaccines.

Which breed meet-up should we host next? Your comments help us decide!

03/14/2023

Join us at the Open Meeting on March 23rd to help guide this year's events, give feedback on the park, or to express interest in joining the Advisory Council. We look forward to seeing you! Please sign up at the link below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-meeting-tickets-585979308887

The McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council (MDPAC) is the volunteer group responsible for McKinley Dog Pa

Join the fun! Let your husky play with like-size friends, pawrents can exchange training tips, and most importantly--it'...
02/01/2023

Join the fun! Let your husky play with like-size friends, pawrents can exchange training tips, and most importantly--it's a great photo op! When else will you see a park full of huskies?

Use or submit photos to 773-245-3095. Dogs must follow all Chicago Park District Rules an Regulations, including, but not limited to, up-to-date vaccines.

Which breed meet-up should we host next?! Let us know in the comments!

Three years ago on this day, McKinley Dog Park opened its gates! Furry friends ditched their leashes and pet owners made...
01/08/2023

Three years ago on this day, McKinley Dog Park opened its gates! Furry friends ditched their leashes and pet owners made new friends at the first Dog Friendly Area on the Southwest side of Chicago. Thank you for making this space just as fun today as it was then.

Celebrate our 3rd Birthday with us by DMing or posting your favorite pup pic @ MDP to your stories. Make sure to mention us!

That’s right! The city and park district are not responsible for maintaining the dog park…we are. As a small team of vol...
12/22/2022

That’s right! The city and park district are not responsible for maintaining the dog park…we are. As a small team of volunteers, we count on regular park users for upkeep, especially in these snowy conditions!

Please DM or text us @ 773-245-3095 if you’d like to donate or bring a shovel/snow-blower by.

Mapping out a dinner plan for the week is no fun. Avoid having to plan NEXT WEEK by putting in your order for Home Run I...
11/01/2022

Mapping out a dinner plan for the week is no fun. Avoid having to plan NEXT WEEK by putting in your order for Home Run Inn Take & Bake pizzas, salad, or cupcakes TODAY!

Home Run Inn donates 30% of all pre-tax purchases to McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council. Check out the fundraiser website for more details.

Take N' Bake Fundraising with Home Run Inn

Ready to get your hands on the McKinley Bark 5K T-Shirt?🐾We can help with that! Listed below ⬇️ are the Packet Pick Up o...
09/21/2022

Ready to get your hands on the McKinley Bark 5K T-Shirt?🐾We can help with that! Listed below ⬇️ are the Packet Pick Up options for those who registered before Aug 27:

🟢Wednesday Sept. 21st after the run. Around 8pm-10pm
🟢Friday Sept. 23rd . 5 pm-8pm
🟢Last Chance! Saturday Sept. 24th @ McKinley Bark 5k. 8 am-8:45

Thank you to for letting us host our first pop-up pickup!

✨ The miracle isn’t that you finished. The miracle is that you had the courage to start ✨ Whether this is your first tim...
09/07/2022

✨ The miracle isn’t that you finished. The miracle is that you had the courage to start ✨

Whether this is your first time walking a 5k or it’s a shakeout run for your 10th half marathon, you deserve to be celebrated. Finish the inaugural McKinley Bark 5k and let us decorate you with this adorable medal!

✨ New banners ✨ Register for McKinley Bark 5k now to guarantee your free t-shirt on race day! Link in bio.
08/15/2022

✨ New banners ✨
Register for McKinley Bark 5k now to guarantee your free t-shirt on race day! Link in bio.

We’re pleased to share the McKinley Bark 5k t-shirt! Get yours (along with a  electrolyte trial pack) by registering for...
07/28/2022

We’re pleased to share the McKinley Bark 5k t-shirt! Get yours (along with a electrolyte trial pack) by registering for the event by August 27th.

Link in bio!

McKinley Bark 5k & Health Fair - https://mailchi.mp/84ac421e981d/an-email-worth-wagging-your-tail-over-5609435
07/27/2022

McKinley Bark 5k & Health Fair - https://mailchi.mp/84ac421e981d/an-email-worth-wagging-your-tail-over-5609435

Join us for the first Mckinley Bark 5k & Health Fair, where health meets fun! We welcome people of all ages and abilities, as well as leashed dogs, to the starting line. Tickets include a T-shirt, Ultima Replenesher Hydration Powder, and more-- starting at just $15. Please note the Adult registratio...

✨ National Adoption Week ✨ Give a pet the home they deserve by adopting, not shopping! Visit the Petsmart Charities webs...
07/12/2022

✨ National Adoption Week ✨ Give a pet the home they deserve by adopting, not shopping! Visit the Petsmart Charities website to find your local adoption center.

Use code ADOPT from July 11-17 when you purchase your McKinley Bark 5k tickets.

Fun Fact: McKinley Dog Park goes through 8,000 dog bags per year 😲-- All of which is paid for by MDPAC, who operates ent...
06/06/2022

Fun Fact: McKinley Dog Park goes through 8,000 dog bags per year 😲-- All of which is paid for by MDPAC, who operates entirely based on donations.

This year the cost has nearly doubled and we need your help to cover it! 🆘 Wether you have used one bag, or one per day, we ask you to commit to donating $5 today. Thank you!

Please support my important cause!

05/23/2022

New park feature has been tested and approved! 🐕 🚿

3 pm tomorrow at McKinley Dog Park! Clean up supplies and water will be provided.
05/20/2022

3 pm tomorrow at McKinley Dog Park! Clean up supplies and water will be provided.

05/20/2022
What areas of McKinley Park are off limits to your pets? We’re glad you asked! Pet dogs must remain out of the Nature Ar...
05/17/2022

What areas of McKinley Park are off limits to your pets? We’re glad you asked! Pet dogs must remain out of the Nature Area east of the lagoon as well as the Field house. When in doubt, look out for these signs.

Dogs must be leashed on park grounds, except in the Dog Park of course!

"Alone, we can do so little. Together, we can do so much." Let's take an afternoon to work together and keep our park cl...
05/10/2022

"Alone, we can do so little. Together, we can do so much."
Let's take an afternoon to work together and keep our park clean! Link to register is in the comments.

Congrats to our three teams who won the Scavenger Hunt! Subscribe to our newsletter so you can stay up to date on our ne...
05/01/2022

Congrats to our three teams who won the Scavenger Hunt!

Subscribe to our newsletter so you can stay up to date on our next event. Link in bio.

Do You Believe In Second Chances? - https://mailchi.mp/e328b6198045/an-email-worth-wagging-your-tail-over-5433751
04/29/2022

Do You Believe In Second Chances? - https://mailchi.mp/e328b6198045/an-email-worth-wagging-your-tail-over-5433751

Rain got in our way last Sunday, but not this time! Come compete for your chance to win cash (and other) prizes this Sunday, May 1st. Only one ticket must be purchased per team, with tickets range from $10-$25. All proceeds benefit McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council and help to not only maintain the...

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Chicago, IL
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Tuesday 6am - 11pm
Wednesday 6am - 11pm
Thursday 6am - 11pm
Friday 6am - 11pm
Saturday 6am - 11pm
Sunday 6am - 11pm

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The McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council, is a group of individuals from the McKinley Park area who are interested in starting a safe, legal Dog Friendly Area in Chicago's iconic McKinley Park, which rests on nearly 70 acres of Chicago's South Side, on Pershing between Western and Damen. If you are interested in joining the committee and playing a role in the fundraising for and development of a dog park, please email [email protected] . **ALL PRESS INQUIRIES--PLEASE EMAIL AND DO NOT USE FACEBOOK MESSENGER! THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT OUR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS!** We want to create a beautiful, well-maintained space open to all dog lovers and friends who will be willing to uphold the park’s rules and restrictions. We aim for this dog park to be a community project, supported in large part by volunteer dog advocates and maintained in partnership with the Chicago Park District. There are currently zero dog parks south of 15th Street. Why opening a dog park in McKinley Park would be a smart move: -There are no public dog parks in our area to accommodate safe, off-leash dog activities. - Such a park would allow families with dogs to spend more quality time with their pets. - It would reduce angst between dog owners, non-owners, police and park authorities regarding dog access to other city parks. - This park would increase opportunities for residents to interact with their neighbors and help create a sense of community. - Many dogs need exercise above and beyond human limitations; furthermore, many dog owners do not have a yard where their dogs can spend time outside, and leashes greatly limit the dog’s space and pace. - Socializing dogs is very beneficial to the community, since it makes them less skittish and can mitigate aggressive behavior when meeting other dogs and people. - Regular exercise is great for any dog's longevity and weight control, and the overall effect of regular exercise makes most dogs calmer and better behaved. If you would like to be involved in our efforts, you can email [email protected].

We meet quarterly and post our meetings on this page.

The Mckinely Sincerely, McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council

**Chicago Parks Foundation is serving as fiscal sponsor to the McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council. Executive Board members of the McKinley Dog Park Advisory Council have the authority vested in them, through Chicago Parks Foundation, to use the tax status and sales tax exemption letter for the purpose of fundraising for park related activities. The Chicago Parks Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization (FEIN Tax ID#: 454866050). Please consult with your tax advisor for tax deduction direction for your gift.**


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