Jungnang-gu, Yongma Waterfall Park 'Pet Family Rest Area' Temporary Opening

Temporary Opening of 740㎡ Rest Area on August 1
Third Facility Established Near Jungnangcheon Gyeomjaegyo and Ihwagyo Bridges

Jungnang-gu (Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi) will temporarily open the "Yongma Waterfall Park Companion Family Shelter" for pet families at Yongma Waterfall Park on August 1. After about a month of pilot operation, it is scheduled to officially open around September.

The Yongma Waterfall Park Companion Family Shelter was established to provide a safe and free resting place for dogs and their owners. It covers a total area of 740㎡ and is equipped with convenience facilities such as shade tents, dog playground equipment (agility equipment), and waste bag dispensers. It is open 24 hours a day and will temporarily suspend operations during severe weather conditions such as heavy rain or snow.

To ensure safe use of the shelter, the district separates spaces for large dogs and medium/small dogs with metal fences, and restricts entry for dangerous dogs and dogs with contagious diseases. Additionally, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult guardian, and guardians must bring waste bags and leashes (when entering and exiting the shelter) to be allowed entry.

The district currently operates two other companion family shelters near Gyeomjaegyo Bridge and Ihwagyio Bridge in addition to the Yongma Waterfall Park Companion Family Shelter.

Furthermore, various programs such as "Pet Behavior Correction Education" and "Petiquette Culture Classes" are being conducted to promote a proper companion culture.

Ryu Gyeong-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, said, "I hope the newly opened companion family shelter becomes a space where pet owners and their dogs can rest happily and comfortably," and added, "We will continue to promote various animal welfare projects for the residents."

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