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Explore the best dog friendly locations in Jacksonville

Looking for the best dog friendly locations in Jacksonville? From scenic parks and pet-friendly patios to beautiful beaches and local breweries, Jacksonville offers plenty of places where you and your four-legged companion can enjoy a day out together. Whether you're planning an afternoon adventure or a relaxing weekend outing, you'll find countless dog-friendly destinations throughout the city. This guide highlights some of the top dog friendly locations in Jacksonville, making it easy to discover new favorites for every season. Grab the leash, pack a few treats, and get ready to explore everything Jacksonville has to offer with your furry best friend.

Dog-friendly events

Jacksonville loves the local dog community so much that they have some fun things to do with your dog!

Woofstock

Come and enjoy some great music, beer, and food with some of your furry friends. The Woofstock music festival is a can't-miss spring event in Jax! Free to attend, there will be activities for all ages, including several of the area's best vendors, food trucks, and a variety of live bands and activities. Best of all This festival is, of course, dog-friendly! TBA Kanine Social

Riverside Arts Market

Have you been to the market under the bridge Located in downtown Riverside, the fan-favorite riverside arts market (RAM) is one of the best dog-friendly places in Jacksonville! With dozens of vendors to explore, food to smell and people to meet your pup is sure to have a great time.

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Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204, United States

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Compassion in action

Jacksonville's nonprofit dedicated to animals and the people who love them.

Jacksonville Humane Society

Jacksonville Humane Society has been a proud pillar of the community since 1885, caring for nearly 11,000 dogs and cats each year! As a local, independent nonprofit, JHS offers a wide range of programs, including pet adoption, veterinary outreach, youth education, and veteran volunteer opportunities. Since becoming a no-kill organization in 2005, they have remained committed to saving every savable animal. Entirely supported by community donors and volunteers, JHS continues to change lives — one paw at a time! If you're looking for a four-legged best friend, stop by the JHS today!

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8464 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216, United States

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Dog parks in Jacksonville

Check out these awesome pet-friendly Jacksonville spots where your pup can run free and meet new friends!

BrewHound Dog Park + Bar

Brewhound is an acre of mingling with your mutts! Beer and your barking bud is the best combination. They provide a fenced in area as well as trails if you want to enjoy a hiking adventure! The humans have it good too; Brewhound offers an outdoor bar and their beer garden serves Bold bean coffee and local craft beer and wine, making this one of the best places to take your dog!

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1848 S Kings Cir, Neptune Beach, FL 32266-1664, United States

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Kanine Social

Kanine Social is Jacksonville’s first-ever dog park AND craft beer/coffee bar! They offer premiere doggie daycare, dog boarding, and they are the only dog park with both indoor and outdoor parks. Not to mention, they host some great events.

Nassau Humane Society Dog Park

A place for your pup to have fun while also benefitting fellow animals in need What could be better! This membership-required dog park offers a variety of amenities for your pup to enjoy from bathing stations, turf, swimming pools and more! Better yet All proceeds benefit Nassau Humane Society.

John Gorrie Dog Park

Located downtown at Riverside Park, this is one of the most dog-friendly places in Jacksonville! With a variety of dedicated areas for both small and large breeds, shady spots and benches for dog owners to rest, and water and clean up stations your pup will hardly know what to do with themself. Whether you’re just looking for a place to let them run it out or are meeting someone for a doggy play date, this is one of the best places to take your dog.

Tillie K Fowler Park

Looking for the perfect place to get your steps in with your pup Head on owner to Tillie Fowler Park! With both hiking trails and biking trails available, you and your four-legged friend will have the time of your lives exploring to your heart's content.

Dog-friendly beaches in Jacksonville

The beach is one of the best places to take your dog!

Beaches and times:

Jacksonville Beach and Neptune Beach:

Oct. 1st - March 31st: Leashed dogs are allowed at any time.
April 1st - Sept. 30th: Leashed dogs are allowed before 9 am and after 5 pm.

Atlantic Beach:

Leashed dogs are allowed at all times.

Hanna Park:

Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy all the park's outdoor spaces with you! Please note that pets are not allowed in Dolphin Plaza, shelters, or cabins.

Dog-friendly restaurants in Jacksonville FL

At these pet friendly eateries, both you and your pup can enjoy a night out on the town!

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Wicked Barley

Wicked Barley is a waterfront brewery that offers a large outdoor – dog-friendly beer garden, Kayak Launch, and a 100-boat dock! Yes, you can pull up in your boat with your pup and enjoy some local beer and grub! They also host some great events and entertainment so make sure to check them out with your doggo!

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Wicked Barley Brewing, 4100 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32217, United States

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Aardwolf Brewing Company

Aardwolf Brewing is located in San Marco and they offer a great outdoor patio where you and your dog can grab a picnic table and hangout!

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1461 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207-8622, United States

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Kickbacks Gastropub

One of the best places to take your dog, Kickbacks is located in the Riverside/Avondale area and is an extremely unique restaurant. They have a wall filled with pennies, and “fluffed-nutter sandwiches” on the menu, and they allow us to bring our dogs to enjoy all the amazing things they have to offer! Oh and did we mention they have one of the biggest and best beer selections in the world And we know Jax not only loves their dogs but they love their beer too!

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Kickbacks, 910 King St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, United States

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Hoptinger

Hoptinger is a popular restaurant in Jacksonville Beach that welcomes the ENTIRE family. That means your friendly pup (or pups) can sit beside you to enjoy a meal with the family. Hoptinger believes in “good food, good company, and great times”, so what better way to do so than ordering drinks, burgers, sausage dogs, and more on the patio? They’re open for lunch and dinner, and even earlier on the weekend.

Angie’s Subs

With its Southern charm and homey feel, Angie’s Subs offers the best sandwiches and sweet tea in town. And they cook it fast! From their sides to the entrees, it’s all so delicious! So, we know you’re wondering if you can bring your dog. Well, of course! Once again, this spot has outside dining that’s near the beach. You and your pup can share a scrumptious turkey sub with mayo, provolone, Peruvian sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and what they call “crunchies”. But make sure you don’t give your dog anything they can’t have! Because these meals are loaded with the fixins’.

Taverna

Taverna is a spot for your pet AND you. This pet-friendly restaurant in San Marco serves Italian and Spanish cuisine. It’s in a rustic setting and has plenty of outdoor tables that welcome dogs! Feel free to bring your best friend and enjoy a meal outside. Some foods include Margherita pizza, housemade ravioli, and a flavorful smoked short rib!

Taqueria Cinco

We love Taqueria Cinco! Besides the wonderful staff, the food is great too. The patio here is dog-friendly, so don’t hesitate to bring your furry friends to this restaurant. They also hold events on the patio. While you’re enjoying the delicious meals made from fresh ingredients, Taqueria Cinco has live entertainment and art openings on the patio!

Dockside

Dockside is a gorgeous dog-friendly restaurant in Jacksonville Beach. Located right next to the water, visitors are perched on the beach and order all sorts of foods like fresh fish, oysters, shrimp, and more seafood delights. And this restaurant serves quality seafood from local fishermen. Everything is all-natural and wild-caught. Make sure you bring you and your pup to Dockside next time you go!

More dog-friendly restaurants in Jax

Bone-appetite! Be sure to stop by these awesome local restaurants when you (and your pup!) are feeling peckish.

Poe's Tavern

Enjoy gourmet burgers, craft beers, and quality time with your pet in Atlantic Beach!

Palm Valley Outdoor Bar & Grill

This casual seafood bar on the water offers outdoor dock seating for your doggo, too!

The Bearded Pig

A great BBQ spot that a doggone good menu and dog-friendly dining areas!

ABBQ Meat & Drink

This BBQ joint offers delicious plates and an outdoor dining patio perfect for your pup!

TacoLu

This local favorite tacos and tequila joint has the pwerfect outdoor patio for your pups!

Green Room Brewing

This brewery is an awesome hangout spot for friends of all kinds, four-legged ones included!

Veterans United Craft Brewery

This dog-friendly brewery has over 20 beers on tap with weekly events, live music, and more!

Brick

Enjoy the historic district of Avondale and enjoy a glass of wine alongside your pup!

Specialty stores for dog treats

We all deserve a sweet (or in this case, savory) treat, and your fur baby deserves something, too!

Woof Gang Bakery

This neighborhood pet store is your one stop shop for all things tasty and dog-approved. Who says you can just spoil your dog on their birthday We’re here to remind you that everyday with your friend is a special one. So treat them to something delicious!

Pet Wants Food Truck

If you’re trying to get your dog on a natural food regimen then we have just the thing for you! Pet Wants Food Truck specializes in natural pet products to help your pet feel their very best. From fresh food and delicious treats, your dog won’t know what hit them.

Bark on Park

With two locations throughout Jacksonville, Bark on Park is a must-visit for all your pet needs. One of the best places to take your dog, this spot has it all! From gourmet treats to toys and more, there’s something for every doggo.

Merch for your pup

Treat your dog to adorable merchandise, too!

Dog bowls

With all this adventuring, your pup will get thirsty! Pick up this adorable water bowl from Corkcicle for the perfect on-the-go sip for your fur baby!

Dog friendly hotels in Jacksonville Fl

Visiting Jax with your four-legged friend? Stay at one of these dog friendly hotels in Jax!

Pet-friendly Jacksonville hotels

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