Dog Friendly Shopping in Connecticut

If you live to shop, you’ll be happy to know that many high-end boutiques and major retailers in Connecticut welcome well-behaved pets in their stores. Browse through our pet friendly shopping directory for a list of our favorites in Connecticut. They often keep a stash of dog bones under the counter!

Pet Friendly Olde Mistick Village
Olde Mistick Village Bring Fido for a stroll around dog-friendly Olde Mistick Village. Located in Mystic, CT, the village is an outdoor shopping and dining destination designed to resemble a New England-style village of yesteryear. Both two and four-legged guests are welcome to spend a day roaming around the duck pond and along the walkways. Pets must be leashed during their visit and are not allowed in every store, so owners will need to inquire within before bringing Fido inside. See Details
Pet Friendly Books & Company
Books & Company Leashed dogs can join you on a visit to Books & Company, a pet-friendly bookstore in Hamden, CT. They offer "new to you" used books at half-price or less, greeting cards, unusual gifts, locally-made crafts and more. They also serve coffee and treats at their small in-store cafe, Legal Grounds. See Details
Mystic Knotwork Leashed dogs are welcome to shop with you inside Mystic Knotwork, a pet-friendly store in Mystic, CT. Browse and enjoy the American-made nautical knot decorations, the wedding knot and reception gifts, and especially the famous sailor bracelets. They even sell knotted, handmade dog toys! See Details
Walk by Faith Doggie Bakery & Cromwell Country Store The pet-friendly Walk by Faith Doggie Bakery & Cromwell Country Store in Cromwell, CT, welcomes Fido inside to shop alongside you. Your pup will love the smells from their on-site bakery and can watch his homemade, all-natural treats being baked right in front of him! The other half of the business features Cromwell Country Store offering human goodies and gifts. See Details
Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk in Windsor, CT, has many stores that welcome dogs to join you inside. The dog-friendly stores include Anthropologie, Appleseed’s, Brighton Collectibles, Brookstone, Destination Maternity, Eddie Bauer, Francesca’s Collections, Gap, J.Crew, J. Jill, Kirkland’s Home, Lady Foot Locker, Leaps & Bones, L’Occitane, New Balance, Papyrus, Pottery Barn, Shoe Explosion, Soft Surroundings, Talbots, Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Clarks, Coldwater Creek, Country Curtains, GapKids, Green Tangerine Spa & Salon, Sparkle and White House | Black Market. See Details
Holdridge Home & Garden Holdridge Home & Garden is a dog-friendly hardware store in Ledyard, CT. Fido is welcome to join you as you shop for lawn and garden supplies, paint, tools, grills, etc. See Details
Bozrah Farmers Market Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome at Bozrah Farmers Market, a pet-friendly outdoor market in Bozrah, CT. Wander the aisles of vendors and enjoy live music and a bite to eat from the food trucks. With over 40 vendors you will find a wide variety of items, including fresh vegetables, baked goods, homemade jams, fresh-cut flowers, pet treats and much more. The market is seasonal, and runs every Friday from July through October. Two off-season markets are also offered, the Holiday Market in November and the Mother's Day Market in May. Check their website for dates for these events as well as the season's opening date. See Details
Grace Grace is pet-friendly. Shop with your dog at this women's clothing store in East Lyme. In addition to tasteful threads, you'll find bath and body items, candles, gifts, jewelry and a selection of pooch themed socks. Leashed dogs are welcome inside to help you sniff out the best items. Grace is open every day of the week from 10am to 7pm. See Details
Cabela’s Fido is welcome to join you for an outing to pet-friendly outdoor retailer Cabela's, located in East Hartford, CT. Dogs are welcome inside so stock up on everything you need for camping, fishing, hunting, meat processing, shooting and other outdoor pursuits. See Details
The Velvet Mill The Velvet Mill is a dog-friendly establishment in Stonington, CT, featuring shops, boutiques, galleries, studio space, professional offices, restaurants, a nano-brewery, and more. Not all businesses located in the mill are dog friendly, please inquire with owner before entering. Each business located in The Velvet Mill is independently owned and operated. See Details
Westbrook Outlets Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at Westbrook Outlets in Westbrook, CT, and enjoy the pet-friendly outdoor space. However, pets are not permitted inside the stores so you will need someone to wait outside with Fido while you shop. The walkways are covered and there are grassy spaces throughout the shopping area. See Details
Flemings Feed Leashed pets are welcome at Fleming's Feed, a dog-friendly feed supply and hardware store in Preston, CT. This locally owned and operated business stocks essentials for your home, farm, garden and pets. For your domestic pets, Flemings Feed supplies food, treats and a large variety of other products from top brands. See Details
Island Pursuit Leashed pets can join you inside dog-friendly retailer Island Pursuit in Mystic, CT. Shop for the latest men and women's clothing and accessories to complete your seasonal wardrobe. See Details
Greenwich Avenue Shopping Bring Fido to join you for a shopping spree along dog-friendly Greenwich Avenue. Venture through this popular retail area with upscale boutiques in Greenwich, CT. Many outlets have water bowls for visiting canines, but shoppers should inquire about rules concerning pets before bringing Fido inside any business. See Details
The Spice & Tea Exchange of Mystic Fido is welcome to join you at The Spice & Tea Exchange of Mystic, a pet-friendly shop with a location in Mystic, CT. Well behaved dogs can accompany you inside the shop if they remain leashed. The Spice & Tea Exchange offer over 140 fine spices, 75 hand-mixed seasoning blends, sugars, salts, and teas. Visitors can also purchase gourmet gifts, souvenirs, and accessories. See Details
Hope & Stetson Fido is welcome to join you while you shop at Hope & Stetson, a pet-friendly store in West Hartford, CT. They sell women's clothing and accessories, as well as baby and home goods. Leashed dogs are welcome inside. See Details
Clinton Premium Outlets Bring Fido shopping with you at Clinton Premium Outlets, a pet-friendly outlet mall in Clinton, CT. This shopping center includes 70 stores in an open-air setting. There are familiar brands like American Eagle, Nike and Banana Republic. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed in the common areas. Consult with store managers before bringing your pup inside storefronts. See Details
Valomie Boutique Valomie Boutique is a dog-friendly shop in Stonington, CT. They carry a variety of clothing to cater every women with contemporary and boho styles, and an amazing assortment of clothing in many brands and styles. The boutique is located in the dog-friendly Velvet Mill business space. See Details
Mondazzi Book, Bead & Crystal Mondazzi Book, Bead & Crystal in Windsor, CT is dog friendly. Leashed pups can join you inside to browse the selection of crystals, incense, candles, jewelry and more. See Details
Lock Stock & Barrel Lock Stock & Barrel is a pet-friendly retail store in Bethany, CT. Fido can join you inside as you browse the aisles stocked with farm supplies for small and large properties. They also offer apparel, outdoor power equipment, and a variety of pet supplies, food and more for your furry companions. See Details
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