Hotels
Need to find a place to stay with Fido in Minnesota?
No problem.
There are
844 pet friendly
hotels in Minnesota.
You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels,
vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds
in Minnesota below.
Radisson Hotel Duluth Harborview welcomes two pets of any size for an additional fee of $50 per pet, per night. Guests with pets are not permitted in City and Harbor View rooms. Pets cannot be left unattended at any time.
Nordic Inn Medieval Bed and Breakfast allows one dog of any size for an additional $10 per stay.
Pets are allowed at this 2-bedroom Airbnb rental in Duluth. Please contact Royal for more details on the pet fee, weight limit, and any other restrictions.
Lodge of Whispering Pines allows two pets of any size for a fee of $15/night or $75/week.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner. There are
313 dog friendly restaurants in Minnesota!
A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in Minnesota that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!
Pyscho Suzi's has tasty food, wonderful drinks, an attentive staff, and a spacious dog-friendly patio overlooking the water. The atmosphere is kitschy -- tiki torches and luau-themed decor -- and the menu features exotic tiki drinks, Polynesian wings, seared beef skewers, pizza, burgers, pasta, and rum chocolate cake for dessert.
Delicious house brews and tasty pub fare like wings, burgers, and fish tacos. Outdoor seating welcomes dogs.
The Wilde Roast Cafe is a neighborhood restaurant with an updated Victorian feel and dog-friendly patio, but it's not your typical cafe. Come alone or with friends to enjoy a latte or glass of wine by the 1900s era fireplace on a Chesterfield couch. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus feature an array of sandwiches, individual-sized pizzas, appetizers, and other tasty comfort food. Opens daily at 7am.
Activities
Get out and play! There are
201 dog friendly
activities in Minnesota.
You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours,
stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" below.
Pets will find more than enough room to play at this 29 acre, fenced dog park, set in the middle of the gorgeous Elm Creek Reserve. Permit required.
Dogs may swim in a separate area as long as they do not cross into the public area. The property is about 100 feet wide and is not fenced.
The Luce Line State 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 Minneapolis! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Luce Line State 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=6016292">TrailLink.com</a>.
Birchbark Books is the place to shop for books with your dog. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to browse the extensive collection of literature with you.
Next Chapter Winery is dog friendly. In the Barrel Room or in the Red Barn Tasting Room at the Next Chapter Winery, enjoy a tasting, glass of wine, an appetizer or meal, and a beautiful view of the vineyard. Tastings are $1/pour, though 4 tastings are complimentary with the purchase of a bottle of wine. If you’re so inclined, feel free to take a tour of the winery and vineyard to see where the magic happens. Please don’t hesitate to ask any of our friendly tasting room staff if you have any questions–we love to talk with people about our story and to hear your own! No reservations are necessary unless you are bringing a large group over 10 people.
Vali-hi Drive-In welcomes pets, kids, and families to their fun theater, complete with concessions and an arcade! People bring grills and food for picnics.
Events
When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
below.
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6
Celebrate the dog days of summer on St. Paul’s Grand Avenue with Paws on Grand, Sunday, August 6th, 11am - 3pm. For this event, Grand Avenue businesses partner with local rescue groups to celebrate our four-legged friends. Gather up giveaways, relax on a pet-friendly restaurant patio, learn about pet adoption, support rescue groups, meet adoptable animals and pose for the popular pet photo contest! The event will cover 20 plus blocks on Grand Avenue.
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11 – 13
Come and join the fun and celebrate Brown County's 150th Anniversary with some DockDogs! If your dog loves to run, jump and swim then DockDogs is definitely the right place for you. They welcome any breed, any mix, any size to come out and join Dock Diving® family! DockDogs® is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. All events are family friend, free to the public. The cost is $27 pre-registered and $30 onsite for any competing dogs to participate. For more info, click on Visit Website.
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4 – 5
Join SCHEELS Experts & Vendor Reps for the best deals of the season! Meet Ron and Laura Shara with Raven on Saturday 1-3. Dock Dogs Jumping Competition and Masters of the Marsh Calling contest! For more info click on Visit Website, or you can go to their Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/232118800631181
• If your dog loves to run, jump and swim then DockDogs is definitely the right place for you. They welcome any breed, any mix, any size to come out and join Dock Diving® family! DockDogs® is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. All events are family friend, free to the public. The cost is $27 pre-registered and $30 onsite for any competing dogs to participate.
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there
are 399 pet
services in Minnesota
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 Minnesota 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.
Need to attend an important business meeting, go to a wedding, or even just have a romantic dinner without Fido when you're in Maple Grove? 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 Maple Grove 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.
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.
Dig It Dog Grooming is an independent groomer located at Lexington and Larpenteur Avenue in Roseville. A nail trim, sanitary cut, finish trim, paw trim, and ear cleaning are all included in any grooming. She also offers Spa Options you may add to your grooming package such as teeth brushing, a protective paw rub, a facial scrub, and a calming aromatherapy. She welcomes special-needs dogs or dogs that other groomers have seen as "too much trouble". No need to leave your pet with her all day, you will have your dog back in a few hours!
Dancing Porcupine helps you and your pet become happier, healthier and better behaved! We can help with pet issues, training, behavior, aging, and end of life. Services available include Animal Communication, Tellington Touch, Shamanic Healing, and Pet Coaching. Call for a package designed to fit your specific needs.
Angel of Hope Animal Rescue works with local cats and dogs from animal controls and shelters. All of our foster pets live in foster homes with families while they get ready for adoption. Prior to adoption pets are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines, cats are tested for feline leukemia, and dogs are tested for heart worm. We are a limited intake, all volunteer organization, that fits our foster pets with appropriate foster homes. At adoption we can help you determine if the pet is a good fit for your home and family. We will share their personalities and quirks with you to help you decide.
Angel of Hope began helping cats and kittens in 2003, ten years later we are rejuvenating it and adding puppies and dogs to the list of wonderful pets that find forever homes. Stop by our next adoption event and meet your new best friend!
Deborah Gillmaster creates a pencil drawn pet portrait from your photo. The finished portrait will be 9 X 12 and ready for matting and framing. The cost of the portraits are $35.00 with $5.00 going to local shelter or rescues to help with their continued wonderful help in finding great dogs good homes. Customer can request the donation be sent to a certain agency.
Traveler Photos
Want to feature your creature? Upload a photo of your pet at Minnesota below! You can also share by using the hashtag #bringfido on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest.
Anonymous
Submitted Nov 05, 2016
Anonymous
Submitted Nov 05, 2016
Let's party!
This photo was taken at Minnesota
in
Minnesota.
Surly's first Brewery Tour @ Surly Brewing Co. in Minneapolis, MN
Surly Brewing Company - Minneapolis
Submitted Nov 05, 2016
Surly Brewing Company - Minneapolis
Submitted Nov 05, 2016
Let's party!
This photo was taken at Minnesota
in
Minnesota.
Surly's first Brewery Tour @ Surly Brewing Co. in Minneapolis, MN
D Lynch
Submitted Oct 16, 2016
D Lynch
Submitted Oct 16, 2016
Jean Duluth Dog Park
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in
Duluth, MN, US.
Jean Duluth Dog Park
Wanderluster
Submitted Aug 24, 2016
Wanderluster
Submitted Aug 24, 2016
Two Harbors
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in
Two Harbors, MN, US.
Two Harbors
Mombo
Submitted Aug 24, 2016
Mombo
Submitted Aug 24, 2016
Please don't forget to take me too😿
This photo was taken at Burnsville
in
Burnsville, MN, US.
Moving Day, so sad. All my stuff is gone. I may never see my stuff again.
Shane Fineran
Submitted Aug 18, 2016
Shane Fineran
Submitted Aug 18, 2016
Watertown Dog Park
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Watertown, MN, US.
Small Dog Area
JMichl
Submitted Aug 16, 2016
JMichl
Submitted Aug 16, 2016
Relax in Roseau
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in
Roseau, MN, US.
the quiet town of Roseau
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