We know you don’t always get to choose where to live, but what if you could? You would choose a dog friendly city right? Relocating your dog to a new city can be more exciting if the city is super dog friendly. And if the city is super dog friendly, you might want to go visit on vacation too. This week we take a look at the amenities that San Diego has to offer our pooches.
Parks, beaches and trails
There are 14 off leash dog parks and 2 off leash beaches in San Diego where dogs are allowed at all times. In addition, many other parks allow dogs on leash before 9am and after 6pm. City Park Rangers and park users ask that dog owners pick up after their dogs, and “leave only paw prints behind.”
Dogs are allowed on Fiesta Island and Dog Beach off leash at any time during park hours.
https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/parks/dogs
There are also s
everal hiking trails your dog will love…
Cowles Mountain trail: Pets are welcome to join you on leashes as you hike this popular San Diego mountain. Enjoy the gorgeous views from the summit!
Los penasquitos canyon preserve: Lovely trails in the suburbs that feel like a mountain in the middle of nowhere, here your leashed dogs can hike and even dip into the river to freshen up.
Shopping
In the mood for some shopping with your dog in tow, visit Westfield UTC where pets are not only welcome in the stores, they also have a bark park perfect for a break from shopping.
Or Seaport village: A 14 acre waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment complex recreating a harbor side setting of a century ago. Includes 54 one of a kind shops, 13 casual dining eateries, 4 fine dining waterfront restaurants, and located in close proximity to local hotels. Dogs are allowed on leash in the outdoor food court, most stores allow dogs inside and some will even provide water bowls for them.
Cultural activities
The Spanish Village Art Center is a thriving community of over 200 artisans and craftspeople who share their talent and the love of all things art with you. Independently juried local painters, sculptors, metalsmiths, jewelry designers, clay artists, gourd artists, photographers, printmakers, fiber artists, basket makers, mixed-media artists, glass artists, enamel artists and many many more await you at the Spanish Village Art Center. Enjoy artwork in about 37 colorful working artist studios and galleries. Patrons, art lovers and their well behaved dogs (on leash) will have the opportunity to discover this unique destination that celebrates art. You can also follow Bella the dog’s blog to find out about events and happenings.
Special events
The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is held two consecutive Sundays each year in December. The Parade proceeds from
Shelter Island past Harbor Island, the Embarcadero, Seaport Village, and Ferry Landing in Coronado. Dozens of vessels of every shape and size participate in the San Diego Bay Parade of Lights each year. You and your dog can join the parade if you have a boat or watch from seaport village.
San Diego also has pet chiropractors, fabulous grooming salons, fun daycare options, dog walkers (and runners), specialty dog food stores, dog trainers, dog boarding facilities, pet parades, etc. So whether you are moving with your dog to San Diego, or just visiting, there are a world of options to keep you and your dog entertained, happy and healthy. And if you need any help getting your dog there, contact our dog shipping experts, who are here to help every step of the way.
