Fort Tryon Park Dog Run

01/07/2026

We went from snow and ice sliding in dog run to mud sliding. Here is the former—all dogs loving the snow!!

01/05/2026

DOG OF THE WEEK: Astrid, like many dogs that come to the dog run, is a real sweetheart. But that was not always so. When Aubrey went to Muddy Paws Rescue to see another dog she could not resist taking Astrid home instead. Turned out Astrid was afraid of men, the dark and loud noises—welcome to NYC!!

Aubrey, a Pilates instructor, told me “she has turned into the perfect dog who can't resist cuddling in a blanket, has more friends than her owners, and is constantly asked what breed she is because everyone wants a dog like her.” We know that dogs can change with patience and loving care!!

She is also one of the favorite females of all the male dogs and loves being chased by them!!

12/29/2025

DOG OF THE WEEK: Meet Maggie a feisty little female who loves some doggies and let’s them know right away if they are too much for her. She is originally from a southern state (seems like all rescued dogs are from the south) and transported up to St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in NJ a few years ago. A year or so after Dawn adopted her, Dawn got a message from a DNA organization that Maggie has a close relative. Turns out the dog is Maggie’s pup. She eventually met him and they hit it off immediately. Did they remember each other—it certainly seemed like it. Maggie is very smart and is an A++ candidate as a therapy dog for seniors!!

12/27/2025

This evening — sledding in the dog run. The dogs wanted to jump on too!!

12/24/2025

So Buster’s (black Poodle) Dad (Jimbo Santa) needed to find some Christmas Helpers and he did indeed find some reluctant volunteers. Not sure they will be of much assistance though!

12/22/2025

DOG OF THE WEEK: Cooper just returned from vacationing in Florida while Moma Monique worked from her Mom’s home there. Monique says he has a girlfriend in every dog park they visited on the way there and back. He is a handsome dog at around 7 years. His growl is worse than his bite in most situations. Back in NYC, he was very happy to see his besties Astro and Socrates (the 3 amigos) and his Washington Heights girlfriend Candy!!

12/14/2025

DOG OF THE WEEK: Astro is an unforgettable pup. He is full of the Dickens and if he has not sat on you yet in the dog run, you may be blessed eventually by his adorable presence. He is a very strong one so you have to be strong like Ashley ( Madam Eleanor’s Mom) here to hold your own. He is full of love and fun. He is most often seen rhythmically chewing his Chuckit stick or having a tug with scrappy Theo if he is not running and tussling with his bestie, Socrates. He is a working dog and accompanies his papa, Moses, to the office travelling the A train regularly.

12/08/2025

Please be on the lookout for Bellini!

Please spread the word for this lost dog. Recently adopted Bellini was LOST on December 5, 2025 near Fort Washington Ave & W 190th St (Fort Tryon Park).

Description: Husky, Black & White, BLUE EYES
DISTINGUISHING MARKS: Black markings around eyes looks like eyeliner
WEARING: black collar with RABIES TAG & DOG LICENSE (blue and red)

PawBoost ID: 72338211

For more info or to contact Bellini's owner, visit: https://www.pawboost.com/p/72338211

12/08/2025

DOGS OF THE WEEK: When I named my little brown dog Socrates (not so little anymore), I never thought I would meet another dog with that name. But we did — almost immediately. So here is little Socrates — a very happy energetic pup and big Socrates — the zen observer of the dog run. And little Socrates loves big Socrates—perfect!!

12/02/2025

We have to help out our pups that love kittens. So if you are thinking about adopting a kitten for your pup lookie here…momma and her kittens. If interested, comment below.

12/02/2025

This beautiful sweet girl is still available. Leave a comment if interested.

11/07/2024

The band is back together! Well, not with instruments, but the parks department and fellow dog owners are excited to form a dog run committee to lead the stewardship of our wonderful doggy haven. If you're interested in joining this team of neighbors, send us a message!