Here are the runs mentioned from Brooklyn and Manhattan. I'm happy to see that Hillside Dog Run in Brooklyn is on the list. Not only is it a huge puppy play space, but the Friends of Hillside Dog Park take a great amount of time and care to continually maintain and improve the conditions of the run. Way to go guys!
MANHATTAN
Tompkins Square Park Dog Run
www.firstrunfriends.org
Hours: 6 a.m.-midnight
Location: Ninth St. path in Tompkins Square Park, between Avenues A & B.
What you'll find: After a renovation last year, this 18,500-square-foot area boasts three bone-shaped doggie pools, an eco-friendly crushed granite surface and dog wash near the exit so dogs don't bring the dirt home.
People perks: Watch in the summer for low-cost obedience courses and a dog expert speaker series.
Sir William's Dog Run at Fort Tryon Park
www.ftdog.org
Hours: Sunrise-1 a.m.
Location: Inside Fort Tryon Park, Broadway & 192nd St.
What you'll find: One of the first dog runs in the city includes a 1-acre fenced-in area for dogs to roam free under shady trees, plus a separate area for small dogs.
People perks: A "coffee bark" is available the first Sunday of each month where owners can enjoy coffee and doughnuts.Dog Run 105
www.dogrun105.org
Hours: Sunrise-1 a.m.
Location: 105th St. in Riverside Park, near Riverside Drive.
What you'll find: With water for people and pets, this cozy spot with a crushed stone surface is a neighborhood gem.
People perks: Volunteers organize events throughout the year. Plus, during the summer, a wet bar is open at the Hudson Beach Cafe, just across the promenade.BROOKLYN
Hillside Dog Park
www.hillsidedogs.org
Hours: Sunrise-1 a.m.
Location: Columbia Heights & Vine St.
What you'll find: Natural wood chips made from recycled tree pruning, plus 24 large trees to keep this 2-acre run shady in the summer.
People perks: Owners can lounge on circular benches or at picnic tables.
Check out the whole article for runs in the other boroughs.
