Hotels
There are 216 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.
Aloft Chicago City Center is dog friendly! Two dogs up to 40 lbs are welcome for no additional fee. Larger dogs may be considered with prior approval. Dogs may not be left unattended in the room. A dog kit is provided at check in, including a dog bed, treats, a bowl, and waste bags. There is no pet relief area on the property, but there is a grassy area for pet relief nearby. Cats and other pets are not permitted. For same day arrivals, please call 877-411-3436 to confirm availability of a pet-friendly room.
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.
Roscoe Village Guesthouse welcomes one pet up to 50 lbs for an additional fee of $20 per night, plus $100 per stay.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner.
There are 556 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.
Big Star serves fancy tacos in a cool atmosphere, with a walk-up window that allows you to bring your pup.
Activities
Get out and play!
There are 59 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" in Chicago, IL 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. The 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 online or dockside day-of. Adults: $36; Kids under 12: $15; Kids under 5 are free; Dogs: $8; Groups of 20 or more, call (312) 332-1368.
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.
BringFido on this annual boat cruise with AMAZING views of the city via the lake and the river! Just 3 Blocks North of Millennium Park, the tour departs from the Southeast corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge. Look for the blue awning at the top of the stairway. FREE ROO swag item and dog treats will be provided by Happy Dog Barkery.
Get your tickets early. This ALWAYS sells out!
Aug.
30
This event welcomes approximately 600 of Chicago’s urban professionals, animal lovers, and canine companions! Guests will enjoy a night of food, drinks, dancing, entertainment, a spectacular silent auction, and much more!
Pups at the party can enjoy their own dog buffet, or receive personal pampering in the designated Dog Spa! This pet-friendly celebration is critical in raising funds that provide the operational support PAWS Chicago needs to continue saving thousands of homeless pets around the world each year. Several homeless, adoptable pets rescued by PAWS Chicago will be debuted at the event, and guests interested in adopting them will have the first opportunity to give them a forever home!
Mar.
13
The PAWS 5K is Chicago’s LARGEST dog-friendly charity event, raising funds to support the life-saving work of PAWS Chicago, the Midwest's largest No-Kill animal shelter. This event welcomes more than 7,000 human and 3,300 dog participants who come together and take steps to save the lives of homeless pets.
May
31
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens.
Luckily, there are 111 dog friendly 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.
Serving Chicagoland's pet community for over twelve years, Windy City Dog Walkers offer daily dog walks, cat care, and pet sitting with the highest level of customer service and personal attention in the industry. They are available 365 days a year, any time of day, and offer a variety of services to meet your pet care needs. Windy City Dog Walkers provides personalized service and care for their canine clients and their owners. They walk dogs one at a time, focusing on your pet's individual needs. Through quality relationships with humans, canine companions live longer, happier, and healthier lives.
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.
The Bark Bark Club is a full service pet care business. They provide grooming, daycare, boarding, dog walking, in-home pet sitting and training classes. They were voted best groomer in Chicago by Chicago Magazine in 2009.
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.
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