At the tippy-top of this list is the Schuylkill River Dog Run. This dog park is as functional as it is beautiful. This newly renovated doggie park features K9 grass, a doggie water fountain, and a separate area for the smaller dogs. Before you go, be sure to know River Dog Run is the only area in the park where you and your dog can run around off-leash.
Not to worry, it’s big enough for all of the pups-big small, and everything in between.
Stay up to date on Dog Run events and updates by joining their mailing list. Just email fsrporg@gmail.com to join their mailing list!
Wissahickon Valley Park, also known as the forbidden drive, gets 4 out of 5 bones! These multi-use park trails are covered with greenery and run 8.5 miles. The park has a combination of gravel, asphalt, and dirt trails–making it the perfect choice to take a walk, ride your bike, or take a stroll through the park with your pup. Located in Montgomery County, Philadelphia, it’s just a short drive away from downtown.
To access the parking maps, park rules, and trail maps, visit
https://www.traillink.com/trail/wissahickon-valley-park-trail-system/.
Nestled between Fishtown and East Kensington, Palmer Doggie Depot sits on the corner of Palmer and Blair Streets. This park is taken care of by a group of local doggie lovers who want a clean, green community space where dogs (and their owners) can meet and play! If you have any questions or concerns, call (215) 636-3300.
If beer and dogs are two of your favorite things, then this is the place for you. The shop features a large selection of quality craft beers and several tables; The Bottle Shop encourages you to sit and sip a beer with your furry friend. For more information, visit their website or call (215) 551-5551.
Doobies bar opened in the ’70s to commemorate the founders’ love of the obvious–doobies. This dive bar is a Philly landmark. It’s near filter square and Rittenhouse square, making it a great bar to stop by brew on your afternoon walk. They have games, cheap beer, and a jukebox. If you’re looking for a bar that will not only allow but encourage you to put your dog on the bar, look no further than Doobies. The staff will not only tell you to come on in with your dog, but they’ll tell you to pull up a chair for them.
They’re a taproom that serves southern-style bites and craft beers. See exhibit A: search @dogsofmemphistaproom on Instagram. As soon as their summer beer garden is open, expect to see a constant flow of furry friends populating this account. Their beer garden’s hours are typically 11:30 to 2 a.m. To find out more about this summer’s opening date and the restrictions that will be in place, call (215)-425-4465 or come on down for a beer.
Benna’s Cafe is in the heart of Passyunk Square, near Dickinson Square park, the Italian market, and many other dog-friendly areas you can pop over to with a cup of joe. Stop by and try their freshly-baked daily pastries or just grab a cup of joe to enjoy with your pup. (Don’t be shy, ask for a pup cup.) This quaint coffee shop has free wifi, 1$ refills, and fierce love of canines. Check out their pastries of the day here.
It features a weekly “Yappy Hour” where you and your pup can have an experience specially designed for you and your dog. Yappy hour is held every Wednesday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and features a different fresh-made doggy feast each week. One of their most popular dishes is Doggy’s Dream, which comes with eggs, bacon, grains, and short ribs. This weekly event benefits Lulu’s rescue. They sometimes have an in-house groomer, but they always have some 4-legged friends from Lulu’s rescue who are ready to find their 2-legged companion.
Square 1682’s BYOD (or Bring your own dog) season begins when they open the doors to their patio. Once a month, until September (when they close their patio), they host a fantastic event. You can dine on the patio with your pup, enjoy discounted drinks, and let your pooch order whatever they want from the special doggie menu they prepare. For each doggie menu purchase, the restaurant donates to Operation Ava, which is a no-kill shelter. Water bowls are available for dogs, but if you don’t have one, don’t worry; the SPCA comes with dogs available for adoption.
I mean, if they didn’t allow dogs, that would just be cruel. White Dog Cafe uses local ingredients and specializes in sustainable cooking. Dog art lines the walls, and schnauzer statues greet you at the entrance. You and your furry guests can dine outside, and the White Dog Cafe staff will happily provide your canine friends with treats and water bowls.
If you happen to want to bring your dog along with you while you window shop, free people say: Do it! Every free people location has a water bowl set out to let dog owners know- “Come on in!” If you see something you want to try on while you’re out walking your pup, don’t hesitate to try it on.
Philly Aids Thrift’s South 5th street location allows customers to browse their one-of-a-kind collections with their furry friends. They welcome pups of all sizes and encourage you to bring them along with you on your thrifting outing-if you haven’t been already. Head down to Philly AIDS and let your pupper sniff out a new water bowl or chew toy.
