Dog Friendly Connecticut

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Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

Hampton Inn and Suites Mystic is pet friendly! Pets of any size are welcome for no additional fee.

$55
No Pet Fee

Harbour Inne & Cottage

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Harbour Inne & Cottage

Harbour Inne & Cottage is dog friendly. Two pets of any size are welcome for no additional fee. All rooms are pet friendly. Well-behaved dogs and cats can be left unattended in rooms.

$26
+Pet Fee

The Schoolhouse

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The Schoolhouse

Pets are allowed with prior approval from the homeowner only. Please inquire for information on pet fee and other restrictions.

$30
+Pet Fee

Hidden Acres Family Campground

Preston, CT

Hidden Acres Family Campground

Dogs are allowed at Hidden Acres Family Campground, but they must be kept on a leash when outside your vehicle. Breed restrictions may apply. For more information on pet restrictions, please call (860) 887-9633.

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Restaurants

Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner. There are 114 dog friendly restaurants in Connecticut! A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in Connecticut that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!

Shake Shack

Westport, CT

Shake Shack

Fantastic burgers, thick shakes, and crinkle-cut fries. They have a dog sundae on the menu and have always brought out water. Leashed Fidos allowed on the patio.

Sea View Snack Bar

Sea View Snack Bar

At Sea View Snack Bar, enjoy fresh clams from a dog-friendly picnic table overlooking Mystic Harbor. Their large menu includes lobster rolls, whole-belly fried clams, crab cakes, bacon cheeseburgers, chili dawgs, fish sandwiches, and other New England favorites.

Stowe's Seafood

West Haven, CT

Stowe's Seafood

Stowe's is the epitome of a New England clam shack, serving lobster rolls, fried clams, mussels, fried haddock, and a variety of other seafood options in a friendly, picnic table environment across the street from the beach. Alas, good food at good prices can often mean long lines, so come early, especially since Stowe's closes in the early evening. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.

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Activities

Get out and play! There are 154 dog friendly activities in Connecticut. You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours, stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" below.

Taylor Farm Park

Norwalk, CT

Taylor Farm Park

Nice open space for dogs.

Jennings Dog Beach

Fairfield, CT

Jennings Dog Beach

Jennings Dog Beach is the only off-leash beach in the area from October 1st to March 31st. Dogs are allowed on the sand, but not on the boardwalks, pavillions, or playgrounds.

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The Cascades at Lake Mohigan

Fairfield, CT

The Cascades at Lake Mohigan

This is a beautiful dog-friendly recreation area in Fairfield, Connecticut. The trails surround a lake and waterfall/creek called the cascades on acreage donated by the G.E. corporation. There are waste bins for doggie cleanups, so bring your baggies.

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Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk

Windsor, CT

Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk

Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk has many stores that welcome dogs to join you inside, including Anthropologie, Appleseed’s, Brighton Collectibles, Brookstone, Destination Maternity, Eddie Bauer, Francesca’s Collections, Gap, J.Crew, J. Jill, Kirkland’s Home, Lady Foot Locker, Leaps & Bones, L’Occitane, New Balance, Papyrus, Pottery Barn, Shoe Explosion, Soft Surroundings, Talbots, Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Clarks, Coldwater Creek, Country Curtains, GapKids, Green Tangerine Spa & Salon, Sparkle, and White House | Black Market.

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Mystic Seaport

Mystic Seaport

Walk the grounds of Mystic Seaport with your leashed pet and explore the museum's shipyard, nineteenth-century village re-creation, and nine gardens or enjoy a stroll along the river. Leashed pets are welcome on the museum grounds, although they are not permitted in any buildings or museum vessels.

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Metro North Railroad

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Metro North Railroad

Metro North Railroad allows small, well-behaved pets on the railroad from CT to NYC if they are in kennels or securely controlled on leashes. Pets shouldn't occupy seats and are subject to approval by the conductor.

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Events

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Connecticut 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 Connecticut below.

OCT
15

2nd Annual Danbury Pet Expo

Danbury, CT

2nd Annual Danbury Pet Expo

Don't miss this dog-gone good time at Candlewood Town park! There will be a pet costumer contest, a petting zoo, live animal demos, face painting, a bounce house, and guest appearances. The proceeds from admission fees will be donated to local area shelters. Rain date is scheduled for October 22nd.

NOV
11

The Connecticut Pet Expo

Hartford, CT

The Connecticut Pet Expo

The Connecticut Pet Expo is designed to educated and entertain the public about the wonderful world of pets. Featuring may pet vendors, educational and entertaining performances, special attractions and outstanding shopping for pet lovers and their pets. Attendees are welcome to bring their well-behaved leashed pets to the expo.

NOV
12

The Connecticut Pet Expo

Hartford, CT

The Connecticut Pet Expo

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Services

When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there are 388 pet services in Connecticut 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 Connecticut below.

PETCO Danbury

Brookfield, CT

PETCO Danbury

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.

Rover.com Stamford Dog Sitters

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Rover.com Stamford Dog Sitters

Need to attend an important business meeting, go to a wedding, or even just have a romantic dinner without Fido when you're in Stamford? 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 Stamford 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!

Pond Point Animal Hospital

Milford, CT

Pond Point Animal Hospital

Pond Point Animal Hospital provides innovative health care for pets and sporting dogs, including general medicine and surgery with laser surgery, acupuncture and post-surgery/injury rehabilitation with therapeutic laser, therax, e-stim, etc. Individual conditioning programs are also available for sporting dogs.

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PetsHotel Stamford

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PetsHotel Stamford

PetSmart's PetsHotel is a revolutionary alternative in day and overnight care for cats and dogs. PetsHotel provides superior care and personalized attention for all pet guests so pet parents have peace of mind that their pet is safe and happy while they're away. All caregivers are hand-picked for their love of pets, and someone is always there with your pet 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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