Gyeonggi Province Opens 'Haemalkae', a Dedicated Playground for Small and Medium-Sized Dogs at Gyeonggi Peace Plaza

Open Daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Facility and Operations to Be Improved After One-Month Trial Period

Gyeonggi Province opened a new dedicated space for small and medium-sized pet dogs, the simple playground for pet dogs called 'Haemalkae', on November 24 for residents and their pets visiting Gyeonggi Peace Plaza.

A simple playground for pet dogs called 'Haemalkae'. Provided by Gyeonggi Province

'Haemalkae' means 'a playground for bright and cheerful dogs', and the name was chosen so that residents and their pets visiting Gyeonggi Peace Plaza can enjoy the facility in a positive and uplifting atmosphere.

The newly established 'Haemalkae' is located within Gyeonggi Peace Plaza at the Northern Gyeonggi Provincial Government Complex, covering an area of approximately 270 square meters. It is enclosed by a yellow fence that is easily recognizable by dogs, and is a dedicated space for registered small and medium-sized dogs with a shoulder height of less than 40 centimeters.

The facility is open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. However, it may be temporarily closed for safety reasons during severe weather conditions such as heavy rain or snow, or during large-scale events in the plaza. Entry is available by scanning a pet registration certificate (QR code), and the facility is managed through an unmanned operation system. After a one-month trial period, the facility and its management system will be further improved.

Kim Sangsoo, Director of Balanced Development Planning at Gyeonggi Province, stated, "'Haemalkae' is a safe and pleasant resting space where both residents and their pets can enjoy together," adding, "We will continue our efforts to make Gyeonggi Peace Plaza a resident-friendly space."

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