Dog Friendly Places

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Below you’ll find a list of hotel chains (in alphabetical order) where dogs are welcome. But make sure to call ahead and check for the availability of a pet-friendly room before you arrive.

• Red Roof: All Red Roof locations are pet-friendly and most allow one dog or cat to stay free per guestroom. At management discretion, additional pets may be allowed to stay free of charge. At Red Roof Inn and Red Roof PLUS+ locations, the pet weight limit is 80 pounds. At The Red Collection locations, the pet weight limit is 40 pounds.
• Motel 6 All Motel 6 locations are pet-friendly. There is no pet fee and Motel 6 does not have weight limits on Pets. Motel 6 allows 2 pets per room.
• Best Western: More than 1,600 Best Western properties across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean accommodate dogs. Pet-friendly locations allow up to two dogs, with a maximum size of 80 pounds per dog, in each room. Some properties charge $30 per day (maximum $150 per week) for each room with a pet. Additionally, there may be a refundable damage deposit of up to $150 per stay.
• Choice Hotels: More than 2,500 Choice Hotels (Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn, Clarion, MainStay Suites, Suburban, EconoLodge, and Rodeway Inn) are pet-friendly. Choice boasts a number of dog-friendly hotels in some of the most “dog-friendly cities” across the country.
• DoubleTree By Hilton: More than 120 DoubleTree properties allow dogs, with a maximum non-refundable fee of $75 per room. The chain recommends calling ahead to make sure a pet-friendly room is available.
• Extended Stay America: Dogs are welcome at Extended Stay America properties. However, pets can be no longer than 36 inches and no taller than 36 inches (larger dogs require the property manager’s approval). Two pets are allowed per suite with a $25 (+ tax) per day, per pet non-refundable cleaning fee for the first month (not to exceed $150 + tax per pet), payable the first night of your stay and charged at check-in. Each month thereafter is a $10 non-refundable fee (+ tax) per day for the first five days of each month (not to exceed $50 + tax per month, per pet). Bringing more than two pets also requires the property manager’s approval.
• Four Seasons: Many Four Seasons properties offer accommodations for dogs at no extra charge. For example, Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills provides in-room amenities including pet treats, bowls filled with Evian water, and a luxurious pet bed. The Four Seasons Chicago also provides these amenities free of charge, but only for pets under 30 pounds. Many properties have a special dining menu for dogs, along with grooming and walking services available for an additional fee through the concierge. Check with each individual hotel to find out if they accept pets and what services are offered.
• Hampton Inn: Most Hampton Inn properties do allow dogs. Number of pets, size of pets allowed, and fees may vary and are at the discretion of each hotel. However, even when pets are not allowed at a particular hotel, service animals are always permitted. Although some properties have many pet-friendly rooms, pets cannot be left unattended in them, and hotels are allowed to charge for any damage caused by an animal being kept on the property (this is for damage only — it is not a “pet fee”).
• Home2Suites by Hilton: Hilton’s Home2Suites is overall pet-friendly and limits pets to two per suite with a maximum weight limit that varies by hotel. Check your particular hotel’s website for pet fee and size limits. Dogs must be kept on a leash or in a carrier when in public areas of the hotel.
• Marriott: Marriott offers more than 1,500 dog-friendly locations across the United States through a number of hotel brands (Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Delta Hotels and Resorts, Gaylord Hotels, Courtyard, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites, TownePlace Suites and more). Check directly with the individual properties to find out the pet fee, weight and breed restrictions. Each pet-friendly hotel offers a range of amenities designed to accommodate pet owners.
• Westin: There are 165 dog-friendly properties within the Westin brand, although terms may vary from one hotel to another, including weight restrictions and whether a nightly fee is charged. Guests receive a welcome kit including food and water bowls, an in-room sign, and the canine version of the Heavenly Bed. Owners must sign a waiver at check-in and will be held responsible for excessive damage or cleaning.

All hotel information is From AKC.org up-to-date as of February 2022. Please call each individual hotel when planning your trip as pet-friendly rooms may not always be available.

If you know which stores you are planning to visit before you leave, it is a good idea to call ahead to inquire about pet policies. Some stores may list pet-friendly policies online, but it is never a bad idea to double-check that that information is still up-to-date.  

* Retractable leashes are not appropriate for enclosed public spaces, like stores, veterinary clinics, common areas, patios, or any other area there is a lot of foot traffic and other dogs.

Pet Stores & Fame Suppliers

• Petco: Allows dogs in all locations
• PetSmart: Allows dogs in all locations
• Pet Supplies Plus: Allows dogs in all locations
• Tractor Supply Co: Allows dogs at all Locations

Home Goods & Home Improvement Stores

• Home Depot: Allows dogs in some locations
• Lowes: Allows dogs in most locations
• Harbor Freight Tools: Dogs allowed in all locations
• Pottery Barn: Pets allowed in most locations
• Bed Bath & Beyond: Dogs Allowed in almost all stores

Clothing Retailers:

• Nordstrom & Nordstrom Rack: Allows dogs in all locations
• Macy’s: Dogs allowed in some locations
• TJ Maxx, Marshalls, & Homegoods: Allows dogs in all locations
• Ross: Allows pets in all locations
• Ann Taylor & LOFT: Allowed in most stores
• The Gap: Dogs allowed in most locations
• Old Navy: Allows pets in most locations
• L.L.Bean: Dogs Allowed in almost all stores

Specially Stores:

• Victoria’s Secret: Allows pets in all locations
• Warby Parker: Allows dogs in most locations
• The Apple Store: Allows dogs in many locations

Sporting Goods: 

• Bass Pro Shops: Allows dogs in all locations
• Cabela’s: Dogs allowed in most locations
• Orvis: Allows dogs in all locations

Beauty & Cosmetics:

• LUSH Cosmetics: Allows dogs in all locations
• Sephora: Allows dogs in some locations

Bookstores:

• Barnes & Noble: Pets may be allowed in some locations

Craft & Hobby:

• Hobby Lobby: Allows pets in most locations
• Michaels: Allows dogs in all locations
• JOANN Fabrics: Allows dogs in all locations

Below you’ll find a list of hotel chains (in alphabetical order) where dogs are welcome. But make sure to call ahead and check for the availability of a pet-friendly room before you arrive.

• Dunkin' Donuts: America may run on Dunkin’, but when you are in the drive-thru with your cuddly companion, ask the staff for a puppy latte — whipped cream in a cup. And if you want to sit and stay awhile, ask them for dog treats.
• Starbucks: This list wouldn’t be complete without the famous Puppuccino. All you have to do is ask your barista for the lickable treat, which is made out with a small amount of espresso and whipped cream.
• Shake Shack: This chain started out as a hot dog vendor in the middle of New York’s Madison Square Park, which includes a well-visited dog hangout for furry friends. In honor of its roots, this chain features a “For Dogs” menu on their website, but when visiting, ask for a Pooch-ini. This small dessert includes dog biscuits and vanilla custard. Owners can also pick up a Bag O’ Bones, which is a bag of five dog biscuits made by New York’s Bocce’s Bakery.
• Local Patios: Check with your favorite local spots that have a patio. Many allow well behaved dogs. 

The best dog-friendly restaurants usually embrace a casual atmosphere, but that doesn’t mean you can just let your dog run all over the place. You’ll need to ensure your dog is on her best behavior to avoid unpleasant encounters with the staff or other guests.

Additionally, poorly behaved pups may lead these restaurants to rethink their pet-friendly policies. And that’s not good for anyone!

Accordingly, you’ll want to embrace the following rules, guidelines and suggestions:

- Only bring well-behaved and obedient dogs to restaurants. A restaurant is a high-activity location and you’ll want to be sure that your pooch isn’t rushing up to every passerby or trying to sample other diner’s dinners. Minimally, you’ll need to ensure that your dog will lie down and stay on command.

- Always keep your dog leashed. Not only does a leash keep your dog safe, it prevents her from bothering other patrons, should verbal commands fail. Not everyone likes dogs, and some people even fear them; so, keep this in mind and keep your pooch leashed and under control.

- Keep the leash attached to you, not the table. Unless you are filming a sitcom, you don’t want your dog chasing after a sizzling steak and dragging the entire table along for the ride. A hands-free leash will work great in such cases, or you can just attach the handle of the leash to your chair as long as you stay seated. If you get up, simply attach to another persons chair that is seated.

- Always allow your dog to relieve herself before going to the restaurant. There are few scenarios more horrifying than your dog pooping or peeing in the middle of a restaurant, so be sure that your dog is completely empty before hitting the patio.

- Consider bringing a comfortable blanket or rug for your dog to lie on. Comfortable dogs are far more likely to lie down and sit still than those forced to hang out on a hot, wet, rough or otherwise uncomfortable surface. A simple beach towel will work, as will a quilt or yoga matt. You may even want to consider mat training your dog to get her used to chilling on a mat by your side.

- Bring along a dog-comfortable friend, if possible. At some point, you may need to visit the facilities or go inside to pay your check, forcing you to leave your dog behind. It will be much easier and safer for all parties involved if you can leave her in a friend’s trusted hands.

- When possible, feed your dog before going to the restaurant. Taking your dog to a restaurant full of great-smelling food (and remember, she enjoys smells on an entirely different level than you do) and then expecting her to behave is just cruel. But by feeding your fur-kid first, she’ll be much calmer and more likely to listen once you get to the restaurant.

- Don’t let your dog eat off restaurant plates or utensils. Many dog owners let their pup “prewash” the dishes at home or even feed their dog via the same fork they use themselves. And while you, me and the other people reading this article understand, non-dog owners, health inspectors, and restaurant staff will frown upon such behavior.

- Children should be relatively quiet in restaurants, whether they have two legs or four. Dogs that constantly bark or whine while hanging out at restaurants annoy everyone around them, so either teach your pup a “quiet” cue or you’ll need to leave your hound dog at home when you head out to eat.