Hotels
Need to find a place to stay with Fido in Chicago, IL?
No problem.
There are
256 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
554 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
39 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.
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.
Pets are welcome to play on-leash at this Chicago park packed with fun recreational facilities.
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.
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.
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>.
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.
OCT
14
PAWS Chicago, the city’s largest No Kill humane organization, will bring the faces of Chicago’s homeless animals to the heart of Roscoe Village! This event will feature dozens of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens from PAWS Chicago, as well as numerous local shelters and rescues.
This is a great opportunity to meet your new best friend and experience the joy a pet can bring to your life!
SEP
22
A family focused event for all humans and canines to enjoy! This heartwarming and energizing event raises awareness, funds and provides education in the field of comparative oncology and the links between canine and human cancer. It is a day to honor and recognize those who have survived or are battling cancer, and memorialize those whose lives have been lost to this disease. Meet canine and human heroes, visit sponsors and vendors, enjoy music and have fun!
SEP
8
Bring Fido on this annual boat cruise with AMAZING views of the city via the lake and the river! Swag bags courtesy of Kriser's and everyone will get a free ROO swag item.
Get your tickets early. This ALWAYS sells out!
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there
are 98 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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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