Dogs and people at play

Sound Hounds is Puget Sound group focused on park development, outreach, and fundraising to enable the construction of the first of many off-leash dog-parks in the South Sound region.

News, Updates & Events

Recent Posts

Graphic illustration of what a dog park might look like

What we’re building

In September 2009 Thurston County designated South Sound’s first dog park site to open in 2010. Stay tuned for details… In the meantime, for an explanation of what a off-leash dog park is and how it will benefit both dog owners and the general park users alike.


In October 2009, the City of Olympia designated space for dog parks. Please check back soon for more information. Thank you, City of Olympia!


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Partners & Supporters

In addition to the over 3,000 thousand people that have signed our petition these organizations and businesses are speaking up and supporting the need for an off-leash dog park in the South Sound.

Graphic illustration of what a dog park might look like

How to get involved

Sounds Hounds is always looking for volunteers, donors and general supporters.