Madison Square Dog Park

Good size park for being right downtown. No separation of small and large dogs. Not in a good neighborhood but otherwise, has everything dogs and people need (water, shade, benches to sit, enough space to run and play ball). Would be nice if there were more grass.

This is a great (the only?) downtown dog park — here’s why:
1) Location: Madison Square Dog Park is easily accessible off the highways that run through the west side of downtown by the Pearl. There is plenty of metered parking around the park (never full). Free side street parking can also be found. The park has town north-​side entrances and one on the south, for convenience in parking and entering.
2) Space: The park is definitely big enough for dogs to get a good run or catch in, but small enough to allow owners to keep a close eye on the dogs. There is a shaded bench area and a sunny one allowing patrons to spread out and enjoy whatever amount of sun they desire. However, the benches are annoyingly close to the only trash cans, so if you want to sit, it is near smelly garbage.
3) Amenities: There is one water fountain, and it is surrounded by dirt, so mud typically ensues after dogs rush to their only water source. The water is too close to one of three entrances, so there is usually a dog or too that slobbers over people trying to enter/​leave.

There’s not much to talk about with this dog park. Empty space, a couple park benches, drinking fountain, and a few trees. It’s purpose if definitely just as a big potty space. Not to really hang around, which other dog parks offer. For its location it is great for the neighborhood and I’m more than certain they needed it. But if you don’t live in the area, it’s not worth traveling to see.

Warning!!! Violent dog named Bella, female, looks to be part boxer and recently may have had pups. Owner is Hispanic about 5’9, he also has 2 other small dogs … I’ve heard of this dog before at this park who attacked 2 other dogs. Well I met that dog today! She attached BOTH my dogs! At one point had my dog by his ear… Owner was said sorry, didn’t discipline and went on his merry way. I’m reporting this owner ASAP! So please be careful!

Nestled somewhere within the hustle and bustle of downtown, you’ll find this quiet oasis suited perfectly for our furry little friends. Madison square park is situated near a part of town that wouldn’t immediately strike you as up and coming, but the intelligently placed street names remind me of my hometown of NYC. My wife and I really enjoyed it, and so did our Border collie. I highly recommend this park.

Gorgeous spot. Not that many dog park options near our house, but this one is gorgeous. Has a real New York feel, and it’s fitting as it’s Madison Square Park & all the streets are NY inspired. :) we will be back!

This dog park is A-​OK but probably my least favorite of SA dog parks. There are no obstacles for the dogs and it’s basically a T-​shaped walkway with not much to see. I will say that the people were very friendly and chatty and the location is great. This is a nice place to stretch your legs and walk your fur baby around when he/​she needs some relief. Restroom-​wise and socially! My favorite thing about this dog park is that the trash cans are not stinky or overflowing with poop bags, and there is a lovely view of the less hustle-​and-​bustle part of downtown.

We were just passing through, but this was a great spot to let my pup out to release some energy! As with many dog parks, just bring some towels because my pup ended up getting pretty muddy (it was drizzling when we went, and there are some dirt patches), but I am finding that to be the general rule for most of the dog parks around here despite the weather.

I cannot adequately describe how much I love this park. I live in an apartment north of downtown and have a very energetic (borderline insane at times) shepherd/​husky mix. I started coming here a few weeks ago and it has helped her so much. It gets most if that crazy energy out and allows me a quiet (er) evening when we get home. The people have been amazing, especially since the first time I brought her she hid under a bench the whole time, always pretty understanding and helpful. You can tell they love their dogs. The dogs are the best, it’s so fun to see all the different breeds and personalities running around. It’s pretty large, has double gates in 3 places, baggies and trash cans and a water fountain with a low bowl attached. Really, this place has been keeping me sane lately, as my dog seems to have stopped crawling on the ceiling and trying to chew electrical wires in a bid to escape the apt.

My dog loves it here, and there’s always been good dogs there for him to play with him.

My husband and I love coming here. The park is well maintained and in a great location. The people have always been kind and helpful with small tips and are very watchful of their dogs. It’s a great place to meet new friends.

My dog Mocha is my very best friend. She is the love of my life, a beautiful chocolate brown lady that I try to spoil at every opportunity. Then on top of all of that adorableness, my roommate has a little terrier as well and the two together tag-​team dog parks and games of catch all over the Alamo City with their rambunctious, mind bogglingly cute ways.
So, the roommate and I are always looking for ways to rid these babies of their energy and this dog park had been calling our names for a while. It’s minutes from our house, which is a plus. It’s totally fenced and actually a fairly good sized park space considering its urban surroundings.
Like any dog park should, it has bags and water available for you pooches and a double-​entry gate to make sure you don’t lose your dogs on the way in and out.