Hotels
Need to find a place to stay with Fido in San Diego, CA?
No problem.
There are
242 pet friendly
hotels in San Diego, CA.
You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels,
vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds
in San Diego, CA below.
Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is pet friendly! Two pets of any size are welcome for no additional fee. All rooms are pet friendly.
Blue Heron Cottages welcomes multiple well behaved dogs of any size for a fee of $25 per stay for up to four pets. All four of the cottages are pet friendly. If dogs are disruptive when alone, please do not leave them unattended. Blue Heron Cottages offer a large, enclosed, grassy courtyard, utility sink for bathing with towels provided, and doggie doody bags provided for clean up. The Dog Beach is only about half a mile away, an easy walk or a quick ride.
Dogs are allowed at Campland On the Bay, but are not allowed on the beach, in the cafe, game room, restrooms, laundry, market or any grassy area. Please use the designated dog walk areas! Dog owners must clean up any mess their pet makes. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Leashes must be no longer than 6 feet. Dogs must not be left unattended outside of an RV or tent; any dog left unattended will be impounded. The maximum number of dogs per campsite for a daily/weekly guest is three (3). For long-term guests, maximum number of dogs allowed is two (2). If your dog causes a disturbance you may be asked to leave the park. No Pittbull types or mixes, this includes American Bulldogs, American Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Stafforshire Bull Terriers, Argentine Dogo/Mastiff and no Rottweillers or other dogs with aggressive or uncontrollable behavior! There is a $3/day pet fee. Other restrictions may apply. Please see website for more details.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner. There are
199 dog friendly restaurants in San Diego, CA!
A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in San Diego, CA that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!
The Patio on Lamont Street offers up inspired California cuisine that caters to foodies and the canines they love. Upon arrival, Fido will receive a gourmet house-made dog biscuit and a fresh bowl of water. The open-air patio attracts lots of pooches, so reservations are recommended.
Pier Cafe is a casual beachfront eatery with tasty surf and turf and dog-friendly outdoor seating with beautiful ocean views. Choose from an array of dishes such as shrimp po'boys, mixed seafood fry, citrus marinated seabass, jambalaya, shredded pork tacos, and top sirloin. Opens daily at 11am.
The Regal Beagle is pet friendly and serves great local bar with a constantly rotating selection of craft beers. Dogs are welcomed on the patio and the bartenders will gladly fill the dog dish with fresh water.
Activities
Get out and play! There are
47 dog friendly
activities in San Diego, CA.
You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours,
stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" below.
Located in Balboa Park, Nate's Point Off-Leash Dog Park is considered to be one of the best dog parks in the San Diego area. The park is completely fenced. Park amenities include a double-entry gate, drinking fountain, and picnic tables. Nate's Point Off-Leash Dog Park is open 24 hours a day.
Most of this large sandy island in Mission Bay is designated leash-free for dogs. Fiesta Island Off-Leash Dog Park has lots of sandy dunes to romp in, and the calm bay waters allow the more adventurous dogs take a quick dip. There is a designated off-leash location on the backside of the island as Sea World will be on your left, fenced-in front with signs. Bring water for your dogs.
Cabrillo Tide Pools Trail is an easy, 0.5 mile hike in Cabrillo National Monument that will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. Although some people along the trail may tell you that your dog is not allowed, this trail is in fact the only area in Cabrillo National Monument where dogs are allowed. Fido will have to remain on a leash on the trail to the tide pools.
Westfield UTC is a fabulous spot for premier, open-air shopping (120 boutiques) or relaxing under the coral trees. You can find anything you need here and it's pet-friendly!
Take your pup kayaking or on an SUP on Mission Bay in San Diego! Stop for a run on Fiesta Island and bring a picnic to make a fun beach day for the whole family! Lily and Juanita will give your pooch some tips and show you how it's done.
Wednesday nights at San Diego Wine & Culinary Center are perfect for dogs and owners. Come for this fun Canines and Wines event! Also has a wine bar, retail shop, and banquet facility.
Events
When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in San Diego, CA 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 San Diego, CA
below.
OCT
19 – 22
An intensive 4-day workshop leading to professional dog walking certification. Graduates come away fully equipped to start a dog walking business—or advance an existing one. Expand your knowledge of canine behavior, learn new pack-management techniques and fight protocols, and go through the A-Z of running and marketing a dog walking business.
OCT
21
Bring Fido and get ready to have a tail-waggin' good time!
This family- and pet-friendly event will include activities, music, games, amazing dog demonstrations, presentations by assistance dog recipients and more.
DogFest San Diego will include a scenic, fully accessible, 1.2 mile dog walk followed by a celebration with dog and family-friendly activities.
Earn an EARLY Fundraising Gift! Anyone who raises $125 or more by September 14th will receive a commemorative DogFest t-shirt on event day! Qualify for the Fundraising Recognition Program by raising at least $250 and receive a special DogFest gift!
DEC
10
Deck those paws with bells so jolly and jingle all the way through the Gaslamp Quarter for The San Diego Union-Tribune Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade. Pet owners and their furry, feathered, and scaled companions are invited to don their favorite costumes for this jolly promenade and pet expo on Sunday, December 10, 2017, at MLK Promenade Park. Registration for dogs and other pet participants starts at $15.
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there
are 84 pet
services in San Diego, CA
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 San Diego, CA below.
PETCO is a leading retailer of premium pet food and supplies with more than 850 stores in 49 states. At this location, you'll find more than 10,000 high-quality pet products, as well as professional dog training, pet photography, and a full-service grooming salon.
Need to attend an important business meeting, go to a wedding, or even just have a romantic dinner without Fido when you're in San Diego? 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 San Diego 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!
Conveniently located inside Petsmart, Banfield Pet Hospital offers superior medical care for pets. At the present time, they're considered one of the leading pet hospitals in the United States with more than 700 locations nationwide. Visit Banfield today and your pet will be 'treated like family' by the veterinarian and entire staff.
Petsitting and Certified Pet Care Professionals providing dog walking services, doggie day care, dog boarding, dog training, cat sitter, vacation visits, pet hotel and much more.
If your dog likes to sleep or run till they drop we can provide both while you enjoy Sea World, San Diego Zoo, or San Diego Wild Animal Park. Located 6 miles from the San Diego Airport.
At The Golden Paw, grooming is always a paw-sitive experience for you and your pet. They use only the finest products and equipment to make your pet look and feel their best. All pets are bathed using the Hydrosurge system which mixes water, air, and shampoo and uses a pulsating action to easily rid your pet of dander and dirt while delivering a nice water massage at the same time! Whether your Shih Tzu needs a shampoo, your Poodle needs a pedicure, or your Cocker needs a clip, their grooming team is up to the task.
Their Master Stylists, Pat and Connie, are seasoned professionals with over 50 years of combined experience grooming all breeds of dogs and cats. They take their time with each and every four-legged client are always very gentle. You can watch them groom your pet through a viewing window in the lobby or log on to their website and watch your pet being groomed online by visiting our "Web Cams" page on their website.
Sit Means Sit dog training is the largest and most successful dog training program in the country with locations throughout the United States. Offer free in-home demonstrations and avaluations. Serving the Metro San Diego area.
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group, Inc. is 501c3 animal rescue group dedicated to rescuing labrador retrievers and labrador mixed breed dogs in Southern, Central and Northern California and placing them in loving homes. Founded in 2007, the all-volunteer group is comprised of experienced men and women who work passionately to save dogs from local shelters. Their volunteers are dedicated to changing the fate of labrador retrievers. Their volunteers include countless men and women who open their hearts and homes to our rescues in need. Without them, none of this would be possible.
Visiting? Is your pet with you? Before your visit ends, be sure to schedule your pet’s photo shoot. We meet you at your hotel, using simple tools and natural light and nature as the backdrop, Feather & Fur Pet Photography captures your pet's personality in photographic images you’ll cherish forever....while having FUN. Isn’t that what vacations are all about?! Be sure to ask about our visitor specials!
Traveler Photos
Want to feature your creature? Upload a photo of your pet at San Diego below! You can also share by using the hashtag #bringfido on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest.
Michele Friszell Wells
Submitted Jul 04, 2017
Michele Friszell Wells
Submitted Jul 04, 2017
Fiesta Island at doggie disneyland
This photo was taken at Fiesta Island Off-Leash Dog Park
in
San Diego, CA, US.
Miss Molly spends her favorite times here at Fiesta Island home of the "Doggie Disneyland" off leash park and waters.
Teresa Hanvey
Submitted Jun 20, 2017
Teresa Hanvey
Submitted Jun 20, 2017
Play time
This photo was taken at Fiesta Island Off-Leash Dog Park
in
San Diego, CA, US.
What a great time at this huge dog park
Anonymous
Submitted Jun 08, 2017
Anonymous
Submitted Jun 08, 2017
Spyro and Lucky
This photo was taken at Fiesta Island Off-Leash Dog Park
in
San Diego, CA, US.
Prettiest time of year at the park.
Alex
Submitted Apr 10, 2017
Alex
Submitted Apr 10, 2017
Cool Pup
This photo was taken at San Diego
in
San Diego, CA, US.
Taking in the sun
Alex
Submitted Apr 10, 2017
Alex
Submitted Apr 10, 2017
Brotherly Love
This photo was taken at San Diego
in
San Diego, CA, US.
Picture of Bruiser(right) and his baby brother Hudson giving each other kisses
Korey Castillo
Submitted Mar 12, 2017
Korey Castillo
Submitted Mar 12, 2017
Foggy Morning fun
This photo was taken at San Diego
in
San Diego, CA, US.
Spike having fun playing ball at Fiesta Island on a foggy morning.
Korey Castillo
Submitted Mar 12, 2017
Korey Castillo
Submitted Mar 12, 2017
Spike having fun swimming
This photo was taken at Fiesta Island Off-Leash Dog Park
in
San Diego, CA, US.
Spike loves fetching the ball out of the water at Fiesta Island dog park. Best dog park in the state!
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