Hotels
Need to find a place to stay with Fido in New Orleans, LA?
No problem.
There are
257 pet friendly
hotels in New Orleans, LA.
You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels,
vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds
in New Orleans, LA below.
La Quinta Inn & Suites New Orleans Downtown is pet friendly! Two pets of any size are welcome for no additional fee. All rooms are pet friendly.
The Green House Inn is pet friendly. The welcome two dogs of any size for a fee of $25 per night per pet. Please call prior to booking to verify availability of a pet room.
This two-bedroom Airbnb rental in New Orleans welcomes dogs of any size for no additional fee. There is no specified limit on the number of dogs allowed. Cats are not permitted.
Pontchartrain Landing welcomes multiple pets of any size, but they must be kept on a leash when outside your vehicle. Pets are welcomes in RVs ONLY--NOT in rental units. For more information on pet restrictions, please call (504) 286-8157.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner. There are
196 dog friendly restaurants in New Orleans, LA!
A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in New Orleans, LA that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!
This festive Bourbon Street hang is the city's oldest continuously operating gay bar, first opening in 1933. Enjoy awesome views of the French Quarter from a dog-friendly balcony table.
Brunch, lunch and dinner are all hits at Cafe Amelie. Both you and Fido will enjoy the patio fountains and night-blooming jasmine.
Parkway Tavern has been serving authentic N'awlins cuisine for over 100 years while offering spacious outdoor seating that welcomes dogs. Enjoy the award-winning golden fried shrimp po'boys, smoked sausage sandwiches, classic grilled reubens, and meatball subs with marinara. Open daily at 11am; closed on Tuesdays.
Activities
Get out and play! There are
16 dog friendly
activities in New Orleans, LA.
You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours,
stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" below.
This clean off-leash dog park is a great place for your pet to run and play.
This ferry departs from Canal Street and heads across the Mississippi to Algiers Point every 30 minutes. Pedestrians (on two legs or four) are free, and it is only $1 for cars.
The historic French Quarter, located in the heart of New Orleans, is the Crescent City's oldest neighborhood. A combination of great food, beautiful architecture and live music serve as the perfect backdrop for a great vacation with Fido. Take your dog for a stroll along the streets of the Vieux Carre, browse offerings at the market, and share a beignet with your favorite pooch. He'll thank you for it.
Whether you prefer a family-friendly excursion or a late-night adult-only tour, Ghost City Tours has the tour for you. Options include the Ghosts of New Orleans Tour, The New Orleans Cemetary Tour, and The Thrillers and Killers Tour. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on all tours, with the exception of the Ghost City Haunted Pub Crawl and the New Orleans Ghost Hunt Experience. Tours take approximately 90 minutes and operate seven nights a week. Tour times and departure locations vary by chosen tour.
Located near the French Quarter, Louis Armstrong Park has plenty of space for you to enjoy a picnic with your pup. Park features include Congo Square, sculptures, duck ponds, and plenty of green space. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
Events
When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA
below.
JUN
23
Open to puppies under 18 weeks of age, this is the time to introduce your pet off-leash to new people and puppies of all breeds and personalities. A Louisiana SPCA professional trainer will be on hand to monitor and modify play skills. Puppy Social is also a great opportunity to ask questions regarding training and behavior.
Advance registration is required.
SEP
22
Enjoy a cold one with man’s best friend! As the region’s largest beer fest, NOLA on Tap mixes beer with live music, food and philanthropy. The Bulldog and Louisiana SPCA host the festival of 25,000+ beer lovers every fall.
This event transforms City Park into a beer haven, offering 400+ local, national, homebrewed and micro-brewed beers, and hosts contests and games, including a Home Brewer’s Beer Judge Certification Program Competition.
JUN
30
The Louisiana SPCA is offering FREE ID tags to pet owners in preparation for hurricane season. Pet parents from any parish are welcome and pets need not be present to get an ID tag.
In addition to giving away free ID tags, the Louisiana SPCA Community Clinic will offer microchips for only $10 on Saturday, June 30 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Your pet must be present to receive a microchip and appointments are not required; walk-in only.
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there
are 38 pet
services in New Orleans, LA
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 New Orleans, LA below.
The Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is an organization devoted to improving the lives of animals and eliminating the homelessness, neglect and abuses that signal animal suffering. Chartered in 1888, our history has been paved with an understanding that only through an improved human-animal ethic can we better the lives of companion animals and that of our community. Our programs and services are infused with the highest standards of care and compassion.
Mid-City Animal House offers doggie daycare, which includes full, fun-filled days of social interaction with other playful pups, both indoors and out. Boarding and daycare each include scheduled outdoor play times throughout the day and caring attention and interaction from daycare staff. Boarding shares all the amenities of daycare but includes two scheduled meals, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Mid-City Animal House has 24/7 video surveillance. They are now also offering grooming on Saturdays. Please call or visit or website for additional information!
Petcetera is a locally owned pet boutique, pet bakery, grooming salon and spa. They offer dog walking and in home/hotel pet sitting as well. They have several lines of natural and raw food and offer a variety of beds, bowls, toys, clothing, furnishings, leashes, and collars. Petcetera also works with several local artists who make beautiful, unique and affordable collars, clothing, and bowls. They also offer pet photography and pet portraits in acrylic, graphite, watercolor pencil, and oil paint. Visit their website, give them a call, or stop in with your pet.
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.
We are N.O. Doody, New Orleans premier pet waste disposal services. Our motto is "If you have a pooper, We'll send the scooper!" We pick up doggie landmines and haul away the waste so you don't have to. We offer weekly, twice a week and every other week services. Our one time scoop is great before parties and events! Call us to schedule your first cleaning! We cover New Orleans and surrounding areas.
Need to attend an important business meeting, go to a wedding, or even just have a romantic dinner without Fido when you're in New Orleans? If your plans will require you to be apart for a few hours, but you don't want to leave Fido unattended in the hotel room, our partners at Rover.com can help! They have dozens of responsible dog sitters in New Orleans who can visit your dog in the hotel room, take him for a walk, or even watch him overnight in their own home, if needed. Prices vary by sitter, but generally start at $15/night. You can find the perfect dog sitter for your pooch by browsing local profiles on Rover.com and reading the reviews left by other dog owners. Some of the sitters have even pledged to donate a portion of their fee to help save homeless pets!
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.
NOLA Animal Clinic is a full service, low-cost animal hospital in New Orleans east and will take both emergency cases as well as less urgent medical, surgical, and dental issues. They also offer a full service groomer and boarding facilities.
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