City of Eugene Parks and Open Space announced that the new dog park at Washington Jefferson Park is now open!

Eugene, OR – According to the city officials, this 1.3 acre dog park is located between West 5th and 6th avenues with double entry gates, park benches, dog bag dispensers and garbage service.

The hours of operation are 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Dog owners are invited to bring their fur friends to the dog park, where they can run leash-free within the gated facility.

The City of Eugene urges all visitors to adhere to the following rules and safety guidelines:

• Leash your dog when entering and leaving the park
• Remove your dog immediately if it becomes aggressive
• Remain in the area with your dog and have voice control at all times
• No dogs are allowed to fight, bite, or bark excessively
• Do not bring a dog that is in estrus to the park

Additional guidelines:

• Use caution when allowing children to enter this off-leash area
• Closely monitor your dog’s behavior at all times
• Do not bring more dogs into the park than you can personally control