Wiggly Field facts for kids
Wiggly Field is a special place for dogs to play and exercise in Chicago, Illinois. It's located on the north side of the city. Opened in 1997, it was the very first official dog park in Chicago! Its fun name, "Wiggly Field," is a clever play on words inspired by the famous baseball stadium nearby, Wrigley Field. Even though it's called a "field," it's actually a fenced-in area designed just for dogs.
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What is Wiggly Field?
Wiggly Field is a dedicated space where dogs can run, play, and socialize safely off-leash. It's a popular spot for dog owners in Chicago. The park provides a secure environment for dogs to get their exercise and meet other furry friends.
Where is Wiggly Field Located?
This dog play area is part of a larger green space called Noethling Park. You can find it at 2645 N. Sheffield Avenue, right at Schubert Avenue. It's in the Wrightwood Neighbors part of the Lincoln Park neighborhood.
How Wiggly Field Started
Wiggly Field was created thanks to the efforts of three people: Stacey Hawk, Diane Dorwart, and Judy Tullman. They worked to make this special place for dogs a reality. The park is managed by the Chicago Park District, which takes care of many parks across the city.
Why is Wiggly Field So Popular?
Wiggly Field is one of the most well-known and loved dog parks in Chicago. Many people and their dogs visit it every day.
Wiggly Field in the Spotlight
Because it's so popular, Wiggly Field has been featured in many places!
- It appeared on the Animal Planet TV show K-9 to 5.
- It was written about in magazines like Chicago (in 1999), InStyle (in 2000), and Bark Magazine (in 2002).
- It was also featured in Chicagoland Tails in 2002.
- Readers of Dog Fancy magazine even voted Wiggly Field as one of the top ten dog parks in the entire United States!
About Noethling Park
Wiggly Field is a part of Noethling Park. The Chicago Park District created Noethling Park in 1970. The park is named after Grace Noethling. She was important in starting the Wrightwood Neighbors Conservation Association, which helps protect and improve the neighborhood.
