Pooch Park at WCHS in Pullman

Established in 2008, Pooch Park at WCHS is Whitman County's first and only off-leash dog park. The park features fully enclosed sections for both large and small dogs, providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all. With spacious grassy lawns, mature trees, and shaded areas, it’s a delightful place for both dogs and their owners to visit.

Access to Pooch Park is available through a paid membership, allowing members to use the park from dawn to dusk year-round. Membership fees help fund park maintenance, renovations, and staff operations.

In-person assistance for pooch park passes are available during the shelter’s business hours only. Contact poochpark@whitmanpets.org for further assistance.

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A happy yellow Labrador retriever wearing a pink bandana, walking on a grassy field with trees and houses in the background on a bright, sunny day.
A dog playing fetch in a grassy park on a sunny day.
A person standing on a grassy field holding multiple dog leashes, with four dogs sitting and standing in front of them, in a park setting on a sunny day.
A black Labrador retriever dog wearing a beige harness and vest outdoors on a grassy field, with a cityscape and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
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A tan and white dog with blue eyes standing on a rocky patio with a green tennis ball at its feet, in front of a wooden bench and a backyard with green grass and trees.
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Incident Reporting Form

Did something happen at Pooch Park that you think the Pooch Park Committee should know about? Please fill out the form below with all relevant details about the incident. This form is designed to report issues such as dog fights, concerning behaviors from dogs or humans, rule violations, broken equipment, and more.

Once submitted, the committee will review the information and investigate if necessary. You will be kept informed about the progress and the final outcome of your report. Our goal is to maintain a fun and safe environment for all members of Pooch Park.

Please note, Pooch Park is not liable for any damages that occur at the park as per the member contract. If you have any questions about this form, please email us at poochpark@whitmanpets.org.

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Pooch Park FAQ’s

  • Need a new Pooch Park card because yours got lost, run over in the snow, chewed on, or is in some other way not able to be used? We are slowly switching to personalized pins. Contact us and we will get you access

  • You can purchase a day pass for $5.00 in the shelter admin building during the shelter’s open hours. Note that you will need to bring your rabies vaccination records and comply with all rules and regulations of the dog park.

  • Pooch Park at Pullman is a subsection of the Whitman County Humane Society, a non-profit organization. Pooch Park does not receive any taxpayer funding. Membership serves to fund items such as park maintenance, lawn mowing, trash pickup and some staff operations.

  • Please email them to poochpark@whitmanpets.org