Dog Friendly Activities in Halifax, NS

There are 19 dog friendly activities in Halifax. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Halifax.

Pet Friendly Point Pleasant Park
Point Pleasant Park Point Pleasant Park is one of Halifax Regional Municipality's great civic spaces. It is the largest forested park on the Halifax peninsula and offers fine views of the Atlantic Ocean. It is also one of about 7 off leash parks for dogs in the HRM - and the oldest dog park in Halifax. There is an off leash part and a "no-dogs at all after 10am" part, so consult the well marked signage inside the park. See Details
Pet Friendly Mainland Common Park
Mainland Common Park Mainland Common Park is pet-friendly. Offering the only public fenced-in off-leash dog parks in Halifax, there's a small and large dog section to enjoy. The trails that surround the dog park are pet-friendly too, although Fido will need to wear a leash when exploring these. See Details
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site in 1749, Halifax Citadel was chosen as the destination for the fort that would protect the city of Halifax, NS. Today, the citadel is classified as a national historic site and is pet friendly, so Fido is welcome to join you as you tour the grounds and appreciate the star-shaped architecture. Dogs must remain on a leash while touring the grounds. See Details
Long Lake Provincial Park Long Lake Provincial Park is a dog-friendly park in Halifax, NS. The park offers birding, fishing, hiking, boating, sailing, camping, geocaching, horseshoes, kayaking, mountain biking, and swimming. A seasonal concession stand sells ice cream, firewood, ice, and more. The 3-mile White Earth Trail is accessible year-round via Township Road 621. Stay alert for bear activity. See Details
Sable Island National Park Reserve Sable Island National Park Reserve is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area in Halifax, NS. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at this remote park where you can view wild horses, gray seals, and offshore wrecks. The park asks that you please clean up any waste and bring it back to the mainland as there are no services available on the island. See Details
Lee Valley Tools Lee Valley Tools is a dog-friendly hardware store in Halifax. Fido can join you as you wander the aisles of high-quality woodworking tools, including wood turning, wood finishing, sharpening, and wood carving. Lee Valley Tools is open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm and Sunday from 11am to 5pm. See Details
Tour of Historic Downtown Halifax 'Tour of Historic Downtown Halifax' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Kristine. You and Fido will embark on a guided tour of the city, discovering historical landmarks and local spots along the way. See sites such as Halifax Harbour, Georges Island, Pier 21, Citadel Hill, Grande Parade, St Paul's Church and more. Because you will be chauffeured for most of this experience, contact host prior to booking for approval on bringing the pooch along. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 7 guests ages 8 and up. Rates start at $39 per person. See Details
Rona Rona is a pet-friendly home improvement store in Halifax. They sell everything you need to make your house into a home, including electrical goods, paint supplies, outdoor furniture, and much more. Rona is open Monday through Friday from 7am to 9pm, Saturday from 8am to 9pm, and Sunday from 9am to 6pm. See Details
Michaels This popular hobby goods store in Halifax is pet-friendly. Michaels offers home decor and framing as well as numerous other crafty items for you and Fido to get your paws on. Michaels is open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 9pm and Sunday from 10am to 7pm. See Details
Chapters Chapters is a pet-friendly bookstore that offers row upon row of brand new books, electronics, home goods, and seasonal gifts. Fido can join you while you inside while you check out all the stuff on sale. They are open Monday through Saturday from 9:30am to 10:00pm and Sunday from 11:00am to 9:00pm. See Details
Patagonia Patagonia Halifax is a pet-friendly store in Nova Scotia. They invite pets and their owners to come and check out their range of outdoor clothing and gear. Patagonia is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 7pm, Saturday from 9am to 6pm, and Sunday from 11am to 5pm. See Details
Quinpool Road Quinpool Road is a popular shopping district in Halifax, Nova Scotia. They are home to just under 40 pet-friendly stores. Located on the western edge of the Halifax Commons, Quinpool Road is just down the road from Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and the Museum of Natural History. When shop owners started to realize how many of their customers had to leave dogs at home to come and check out the stores, they decided to start 'Paws Here'. This pet-friendly initiative invites pet owners to bring them into stores with them. Pet owners are also advised to keep an eye on the website and Facebook page to find out about lots of community activities involving dogs, including a doggy carnival. The following stores allow animals to accompany their human with 'Paws Here': Acadia & Quigley, Aerobics First, Ash Jewelry, BMO Quinpool Branch, Burke & Burke Design, Canadian Tire Quinpool, CIBC Quinpool Branch, Courtside Sneakers, Elegant Touch Hair Design, Fergus Ford Barrister & Solicitor, Finer Things Antiques, Flower Trends, Hairs To Ya!, Halifax Veterinary Hospital, Kennedy’s Autopro, Liberty Tax Service, Long Alley Bicycles, Matthews McDonough Financial Planning Inc., Nautilus Aquatics & Hobbies, Oddfellows Barbershop, Oxford Learning, Padgett Business Services, Proskates, Quinpool Shoe Repair, RBC Quinpool Branch, Sarah & Tom, Scotiabank Quinpool Branch, Secord Gallery, Studio Works International Ltd., TD Bank Quinpool Branch, The Deck Box, The Ikebana Shop, The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, The Tax Depot, The Trail Shop, Trinity Jewellers, Vogue Optical, and Zephyr Rug and Home. Pet policies may vary from store to store. See Details
York Redoubt National Historic Site York Redoubt National Historic Site in Halifax, NS is pet friendly. Bring your leashed dog to this historic fort, where you can enjoy views across Halifax Harbour from the winding paved trails. See Details
Garrison Brewing Company Garrison Brewing Company in Halifax, NS is a pet-friendly brewery inside and out. Bring your Shih Tzu along to schmooze with patrons, while you sample a Garrison brew like the Tall Ship or Hoppy Boy. Look out for food trucks in the parking lot if you get peckish. See Details
Fort Needham Memorial Park Fort Needham Memorial Park in Halifax, NS is pet friendly. Located at one of the highest points in the area, visitors will discover epic views of Halifax and the beautiful harbor below from this pretty park. The memorial park was originally built in the 1950’s to commemorate a devastating 1917 explosion in the neighborhood. Leashed dogs are welcome on the park's paved trails and pups with good recall can play fetch at the grassy off-leash dog area. See Details
Hemlock Ravine Park Hemlock Ravine Park in Halifax, NS, is a pet-friendly recreation area with 2.5 miles of trails to explore with your pooch. Take a stroll on one of the pathways that wind through the 200-acre nature park and pay a visit to the heart-shaped pond at its center. The Governor's Loop trail in the park welcomes pups to roam off-leash from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. See Details
Belchers Marsh Park Belchers Marsh Park in Halifax, NS is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for an easy walk along the park's gravel trails that lead to a well-constructed lookout tower, which makes a great vantage point to view the park's many bird species. The loop trail around the marsh is under a mile in length, and good for all levels of hiker. See Details
2 Crows Brewing Co. 2 Crows Brewing Co. is a dog-friendly brewery in Halifax, NS that welcomes pups at tables on their outdoor patio. They are committed to creating delicious and high-quality modern beers while also advocating for diversity in the brewing industry. Stop by and check out their selection of IPAs, sours, pilsners and lagers. See Details
Shubie Park Shubie Park is a pet-friendly park in Dartmouth. This urban park has a lake on either side and is a great place to explore with your leashed pooch. There are canals, trails and benches throughout the park, but the highlight is an off-leash area. The space is not fenced, so keep an eye on your pup and don't let them wander too far away. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
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