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The wait is finally over for Pathum Wan residents and animal lovers across Bangkok. Lumphini Dog Park on Witthayu Road has just opened its gates. This is Bangkok's ninth dedicated dog park, following the likes of Benjakitti Park and Wachirabenchathat Park that most pet owners already know and love.
Here's what makes this one special. The former car park has been completely transformed into a green space covering over 3,200 square meters, and it's got this lovely Japanese aesthetic going on. It's a collab between Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and the Japanese Chamber of Commerce Bangkok (JCC) celebrating their 70th anniversary. They've brought in experts to sort out the landscape design, upgrade the lighting and manage the trees, so it looks gorgeous and actually feels safe and modern.
The park is thought out, with zones clearly divided by dog size. There's a 'Big Bro' zone for larger dogs and a 'Little One' area for the smaller breeds, which means fewer dodgy encounters and less stress for owners. The whole system was developed with advice from Japanese specialists, so it genuinely works as a safe space for everyone.
The real star of the show is the Off-leash Area. Inside a fully fenced zone, you can actually let your dog off the lead. They get to run around, play and burn off all that pent-up energy whilst you sit back and have a chat with other dog parents in a relaxed setting. It's the kind of thing that makes a massive difference if you live in a condo.
Lumphini Dog Park reflects how much pet ownership has changed in Bangkok. These days your dog isn't just a pet but a full member of the family, and having decent public spaces for this lifestyle isn't a luxury but something the city needs to provide. It shows Bangkok is catching up with what residents actually want.
That said, whilst the off-leash zones exist, there are still Leash Areas where you need to keep things under control for everyone's sake.
This holiday season, if your dog has been stuck indoors going stir-crazy, take them out for some fresh air at Lumphini Dog Park. The space opens from 4.30am to 10pm and you need to register before using the facilities. It's shaping up to be a new favourite spot that both you and your four-legged mate will love.