Hotels
Need to find a place to stay with Fido in Chicago, IL?
No problem.
There are
142 pet friendly
hotels in Chicago, IL.
You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels,
vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds
in Chicago, IL below.
Hotel Palomar Chicago is pet friendly! Two dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee.
Small, well mannered dogs are welcome in certain rooms at Old Chicago Inn, and are considered individually. To consider your pet we need to know the age, size, breed (we love the mutt variety), and will need proof of current vaccinations. We ask that dogs not be left unsupervised in guest rooms unless kenneled and quiet. Sorry, no cats. Please call 877-411-3436 before booking online, so we can secure approval for your dog with the innkeeper.
This 1-bedroom Airbnb rental in Chicago welcomes two dogs of any size for no additional fee. Exceptions may be made for more than two small pets with prior homeowner approval. Pets left alone in the apartment must be accustomed to being unattended in an unfamiliar environment, and preferably crated.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner. There are
131 dog friendly restaurants in Chicago, IL!
A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in Chicago, IL that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!
Harry Caray's Tavern boasts a licensed dog friendly patio on beautiful Navy Pier. They will serve your canine companion a souvenir water bowl and a treat while you enjoy a Holy Cow! Burger or one of their Signature Pizzas.
O'Brien's Riverwalk Cafe has been serving continental cuisine in an elegant historic Old Town atmosphere with outdoor seating available for dogs. A diverse menu offers crab cakes, Buffalo shrimp, Caesar salad with chicken, BBQ pork sandwiches, turkey burgers, ribeye steak, seared salmon, and shepherd's pie. Dogs are welcome at front sidewalk tables. Opens at 11am during the week and 10am on weekends.
Cody's Public House has great service and is dog friendly, with a large outdoor area in back, darts and pool.
Activities
Get out and play! There are
36 dog friendly
activities in Chicago, IL.
You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours,
stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" below.
Pets are welcome to play on-leash at this Chicago park packed with fun recreational facilities.
The Montrose Dog Beach is Chicago's first legal off-leash beach. Located on the Northwest corner of Montrose Beach, this area is fenced and offers free dog waste bags and a dog-wash area. Montrose Dog Beach is open during all regular Chicago Park District hours, but morning hours are the most popular. Montrose Dog Beach is free, but DFA tags are required for all dogs, and those cost $5.
The Valley Line Trail (Skokie Line Trail) is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Chicago! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Valley Line Trail (Skokie Line Trail). Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit <a href="http://www.traillink.com/viewtrail.aspx?AcctID=6235277">TrailLink.com</a>.
Nordstrom welcomes dogs of any size inside.
Dogs on boats? Yes! Bring your pooch on a leash and enjoy quality time with your dog while cruising on Chicago's waterways. Sit back, relax and soak in the city as you enjoy a lively narration of Chicago’s rich history and architectural marvels with dog-friendly highlights. Keep your dog on your lap, in a seat or on the deck. Our dog cruise boat offers plenty of safe outdoor seating, water bowls and a special newspaper-lined restroom for your pet. Enjoy a great day out of doors with your favorite companion. Reserve your tickets online or at the ticket office, open daily at 8:30am. Tickets available here or dockside day-of. Adults: $34; Kids under 12: $12; Kids under 3 are free; Dogs: $8; Groups of 20 or more, call (312) 332-1368.
Navy Pier is often referred to as Chicago's lakefront playground. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor common areas of Navy Pier. Some merchants and tours providers along Navy Pier permit dogs to join their humans. There are also pet friendly restaurants along Navy Pier.
Events
When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Chicago, IL who are as crazy about their pets are you are, there's no better place to bring Fido than a dog event. You'll find information on some of our favorite
annual dog events in Chicago, IL
below.
JUN
3
-Kid/Family Friendly Event
-Hundreds of Pugs expected to attend!
-Pass this email along to nice family and friends!
-No need to bring a Pug to attend. You are invited.
-P.O.P. Pugs only please!
-Dress up your Pug (if they enjoy dressing up)
-Please clean up after your own Pug/Pugs.
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there
are 81 pet
services in Chicago, IL
that can help you out with poop bags (or anything else you may need). You'll find
information on the most popular pet stores, pet sitters, trainers, groomers, and other
pet businesses in Chicago, IL below.
PetSmart is the #1 retailer of pet food and supplies in the United States, with more than 1000 stores across the country. In addition to pet food and supplies, you'll also find a Banfield Veterinary Clinic, PetsHotel/Doggie Daycare, grooming, training, and animal adoptions at this location.
Find the perfect pet sitter near you to watch your pup while you're in Chicago! Our partners at DogVacay know that even when you're traveling with your dog, you can't take him everywhere. That's where DogVacay's thousands of vetted and insured pet sitters across the country come in. Sitters can watch your pup for a few hours, a whole day, or overnight - in your hotel room or in their home. All reservations included pet insurance and 24/7 customer care, and you'll get photo and video updates so you can see how much fun your dog is having!
Burnham Park Animal Hospital is a well-established, full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. They provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. They also work closely with local practices when special diagnostic procedures are required. The facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house x-ray capabilities, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and indoor boarding kennels with outdoor walking areas. They consider it their job not only to treat your pet when he or she isn't feeling well, but also to help you learn how to keep your best friend happy and healthy.
Happy Hounds offers a happy place for your pooch to can play, run, and bark when you're away. Doggie daycare, boarding, and grooming services as well as Pet First Aid classes and Pet Photography sessions are available.
"Wash Your Dog. Dry Your Dog. Go Home. We Clean Up the Mess."
Soggy Paws provides both self-serve washing (you wash), full-service washing (they wash), Primp and Preen services and grooming. Each wash includes a custom wash kit tailored to your specific needs, whether it's correcting irritated skin, a brightening wash to bring back your friend’s luster, or just a monthly clean. Each wash ends with a delicious treat for your friend for being such a good dog! Soggy Paws now has 3 convenient locations in the Chicago area - Uptown, South Loop, and Logan Square!
PetSmart's accredited pet training instructors can help you achieve positive, consistent behavior from Fido. Classes are available for Puppies, Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced dogs. Click-A-Trick, Private Education, and Personal Training Camp may also be available. Visit your local PetSmart for more information on class times and prices.
Chicago Canine Concierge is a service created to connect busy pet owners with the best resources in Chicago for their pet care needs. They handle everything from selecting the best dog walkers and sitters to recommending the top groomers and pet food stores in the area. They work closely with their clients to determine their exact pet care needs, then they provide carefully vetted referrals that best match their requirements. From standard pet care services to custom requests, Chicago Canine Concierge offers attention to detail and the highest possible level of client service.
Traveler Photos
Want to feature your creature? Upload a photo of your pet at Chicago below! You can also share by using the hashtag #bringfido on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest.
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Village Cycle Center
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
Shopping Buddies
This photo was taken at Village Cycle Center
in
Chicago, IL, US.
Love these two with their pants and backpacks!
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
Favorite spot for dog walkers!
This photo was taken at Village Cycle Center
in
Chicago, IL, US.
Brad Walker the dog walker always brings friends to say hi
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
Great times with the VCC staff
This photo was taken at Village Cycle Center
in
Chicago, IL, US.
We should just get Sam a red shirt.
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
Can you help me find the treats please?
This photo was taken at Village Cycle Center
in
Chicago, IL, US.
Sam loves to jump on the counter to say hi.
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
I Smell Treats!
This photo was taken at Village Cycle Center
in
Chicago, IL, US.
The dogs always know where to find the treats!
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
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Village Cycle Center
Submitted May 01, 2017
Good Girls
This photo was taken at Village Cycle Center
in
Chicago, IL, US.
Brooke and Sam always need to stop in for their afternoon treat!
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Denise J Brigham
Submitted Sep 23, 2016
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Denise J Brigham
Submitted Sep 23, 2016
Sharp Dressed Dog
This photo was taken at Chicago
in
Chicago, IL, US.
Meet little 4lb Yorkshire Terrier, Hairy Pawter. Hairy is known as Chicago's Canine Costume King. To date, he has won over 54 contests out of 58! Not bad for a little due! Hairy is also a Certified Therapy/Service Dog.
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