Hotels
There are
1,550 pet friendly
hotels in New Jersey.
You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels,
vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds
in New Jersey below.
Showboat Hotel accepts two pets of any size for an additional fee of $50 per pet, per stay. Both dogs and cats are allowed, and crated pets may be left in the room unattended. Treats are available at check-in, and there are designated relief areas with waste stations on the property. For same day arrivals, please call 877-411-3436 to confirm availability of a pet-friendly room.
This 2-bedroom vacation rental in Cape May allows two pets of any size for a fee of $25/night per pet. For weekly stays, the fee is $150 for one dog or $250 for two dogs. No dogs allowed in the pool, but the property is completely fenced in for them. The Tiki Hut is located only 8 miles from historic Cape May and 1/2 block from the Delaware Bay beach (which is free and pet-friendly year around).
Billmae Cottage is pet friendly! Two dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. All rooms are pet friendly, and every suite has its own private outdoor space. There is also an outdoor shower (with dog shampoo and towels) where your pooch can clean up after a day at the beach. Guest dogs receive a welcome gift upon arrival and 'Yappy Hours' are held at the property periodically. Well-behaved dogs can be left in the room unattended. Cats are not permitted. For same day arrivals, please call 877-411-3436 to confirm availability of a pet-friendly room.
Dogs are permitted at Holly Shores Camping Resort, but must be kept on a leash and under owners control at all times. For campsites, dogs are limited to 2 free of charge. For cabin rentals there is a $10 daily dog fee, per dog, per cabin (non-refundable). One 80 lb dog or two dogs totaling up to 80 lbs are permitted in dog-friendly cabins. Service dogs are always welcomed. For more information on pet restrictions, please call (609) 886-1234.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner.
There are 1275 dog friendly restaurants in New Jersey!
A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in New Jersey that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!
Wonder Bar is super dog-friendly! Yappy Hour is now seven days a week from noon to 7 pm (weather permitting). Mondays and (Wednesdays starting at 4 pm) are for small dogs only! Wonder Bar is a perfect place for casual drinks, live music, and dates. Dogs love the outdoor fenced-in area with doggie pools for playtime and meeting new friends.
Located within walking distance from Wesley Lake and Kennedy Park, Brickwall Tavern & Dining Room is a great spot to catch a game, gather with friends, and relax with a cold brew in the dog-friendly sidewalk seating area. Select from over a dozen craft beers on tap to complement a menu of tavern favorites like shrimp and grits, mac and cheese, turkey burgers, blackened catfish, St. Louis style ribs, and fish or beef tacos. Open daily 11am to 2am.
Situated directly on the Delaware Bay with sunsets to die for, at Harpoons on the Bay, you'll have to agree you've found paradise! They offer over 250 frozen drinks from the full bar. A tropical delight awaits your arrival. If that isn't enough to tempt you, the food is great and the service is friendly. Outdoor seating welcomes Fido.
Activities
Get out and play!
There are 280 dog friendly activities in New Jersey.
You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours,
stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" below.
9 acre fenced dog park for off leash walking inside a 60 acre wooded park. Leashed dogs are allowed on the many trails throughout the area. There is a small lake they can swim in. Playgrounds, restrooms, picnic tables and benches throughout. Paved trails also.
From October 1st through May 15th, dogs are allowed on the Boardwalk and on the 8th Avenue Dog Beach all day. During the summer, dogs are welcome between the hours of 6pm - 8:30am. For your safety and pleasure, ONLY licensed non-aggressive dogs with adult supervision are permitted on the Dog Beach.
Mountain Lakes Open Space Area provides hiking opportunities along with picturesque views. The 75-acre protected area has 8 miles of easy dog friendly hikes. Just keep Fido on a leash while on the trails. You can also fish in the beautiful man-made lake.
Offering a variety of stores, services, restaurants, and entertainment options, The Mall at Short Hills is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Dog stroller rentals make it easy for you and your pup to explore the mall's offerings. Individual store policies on pets vary, and pets are not permitted in any food establishment.
Whale and Dolphin Watching with your dog. The Cape May Whale Watcher offers the largest and fastest whale and dolphin watching boats in New Jersey and they are Dog Friendly. The owners, Jeff and Mary Stewart have owned dogs their entire lives, and love having well behaved and leashed pups aboard ship. In business since 1993, the Cape May Whale Watcher guarantees marine mammal sightings of whales or dolphins or porpoise. If whales or dolphins or porpoise are not sighted, they offer a free pass for another cruise, for all humans aboard at least. Well behaved puppies, ride for free!
Events
When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in New Jersey 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 Jersey
below.
You might not be able to teach an old dog new tricks, but you can certainly register them for a tail-wagging good time with the 5K, and 1 Mile beach run. The start and finish is on the beach next to Raging Waters water park (you and your 4-legged friend will be running, or strolling, on the beach – course map to come).
Will your dog be the leader of the pack? If so, then you better get to training because all dogs must remain on a leash at all times.
Doggie Dash participants will get complimentary admission to the puppy pool party in Raging Waters Water Park directly following at 10:30 AM. This is an exclusive time slot ONLY available to Doggie Dash participants! Registration also includes:
• Bark-tastic dog tag “finisher medals” for your pup
• Official Doggie Dash leash
• Commemorative Doggie Dash t-shirt
• Finisher’s Celebration on the beach with music, food (for 2 legged and 4 legged friends), plus dog games and activities
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Bring Fido to South Jersey's largest, outdoor, pet & family friendly festival featuring animal rescue groups, gourmet food trucks, dog demonstration, basket raffle, and so much more! All proceeds will benefit the homeless cats and dogs of the Voorhees Animal Orphanage.
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BringFido for an afternoon of dog-centric vendors, exhibitors, and service providers. Carnival games and giveaways will keep tails wagging, and Zeppelin Hall Biergarten, Restaurant & Nightspot will keep your bellies full.
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Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens.
Luckily, there are 440 pet services in New Jersey 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 Jersey below.
Our mission is to bring you the very best through our customer service, knowledge and passion for animals. We specialize in quality products. Every item we carry has been examined & hand selected to meet our standards for your dog(s). We believe in Pricing fairly and competitively. Our goal is for customers to get exceptional value. Rest assure, we carry nothing that our own pets do not use and enjoy themselves!
Out and About Pet Services offers dog walking, pet sitting and overnight care services. They are bonded & insured and certified in Pet First Aid. Out and About Pet Services is there to improve the livelihood of your pet and be present when your busy schedule does not allow you to be. Enjoy peace of mind and a guilt-free schedule, and come home to a happy and cared for pet!
![Pet Friendly Verona & Montclair Animal Hospitals in Verona, NJ]()
At Verona & Montclair Animal Hospitals, “We treat each pet as if he or she were our own, always doing what is best for the pet.” For Dr. Anthony Scriffignano, that has been both a personal philosophy and professional commitment in how he runs his veterinary practice. With 2 convenient NJ locations (Verona and Upper Montclair) Dr. Scriffignano has been servicing the pet needs of these local communities since 1979 and 1985, respectively. With a focus on Wellness Care and preventative medicine, The Verona & Montclair Animal Hospitals provide clients the personalized care of a local practice combined with the advanced medicine and services typically found only in larger referral hospitals. A professional, caring staff of 5 doctors along with a top team of client service representatives and hospital technicians provide a wide array of services that include (but are not limited to) routine examinations, neutering/spaying, surgery (standard, laser, and laparoscopic), in-house endoscopy, ultrasound, x-rays and diagnostic lab testing as well as acupuncture and stem cell therapy. Free on-site parking and a handicap-accessible ramp are available at both hospital locations.
Offering South Jersey dog daycare and boarding. We separate the dogs into our indoor / outdoor play yards based on their size, temperament and play style where they socialize and play with other dogs all day long. We keep a high staff to dog ratio and our camp counselors are certified in dog behavior and pet first aid. Boarding dogs participate in our dog daycare program at no additional charge and are only in their spacious cabins for meals and bedtime. Watch your dog play on our camper cams. Stop by anytime for a tour, we’re sure you’ll love what you see!
Jenn's Pet Grooming offers all breed dog grooming, including late night appts, punk rock styles, and classic cuts. Jenn is a graduate of the North Jersey School of Dog Grooming. She has been grooming professionally for six years and specializes in punk rock styling: mohawks, nail coloring and fur dyeing. She is also skilled in handling aggressive dogs who have been banned from other groomers. Jenn's Pet Grooming offers full service grooming with the PRIMA bathing system. A comfortable home setting and one-on-one attention ensures that even the most nervous and anxious dogs feel safe and relaxed.
NJ Fix My Dog offers professional in-home dog training with over 35 years of hands on experience. Manners begin at home, let's start there! Fully bonded and insured. Serving NJ (Bergen County, Passaic County, Essex County, Hudson County, Sussex County, Morris County, Warren County, Hunterdon County, Somerset County, Union County, Middlesex County, Mercer County, Burlington County, Camden County, and Glouster County). Also servicing Southern New York, NYC and Eastern Pennsylvania.
Burlington County Animal Alliance is a private, independent, 501(3)(c) nonprofit animal advocacy group, that was founded in 1999. To date, they have around 60 members of BCAA. They focus primarily on rescue and adoption of shelter dogs and cats from Burlington County and surrounding areas. Their main focus is to make the public aware of the numbers of homeless dogs and cats there are in shelters and to promote adoption of these animals. They advocate spaying and neutering of all companion animals to counteract the overpopulation of dogs and cats and to end the tragedy of euthanizing healthy, unwanted companion pets.
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