So the Post-Dispatch had to spoil all the fun at Urban Chestnut, getting dogs banned from the breweries' two locations with a bizarre column suggesting that stray dog pee might somehow land on a french fry. (Say wha?) But St. Louis is still packed with great places to take your fur baby, so don't cry over that spilled beer. Instead, take a look at this list, grab the leash and then get out of the house. You and your furry friend have a bucket list for the summer.
15 Dog-Friendly Places in St. Louis to Take Your Pup
By Riverfront Times Staff on Mon, May 9, 2016 at 2:20 pm
So the Post-Dispatch had to spoil all the fun at Urban Chestnut, getting dogs banned from the breweries' two locations with a bizarre column suggesting that stray dog pee might somehow land on a french fry. (Say wha?) But St. Louis is still packed with great places to take your fur baby, so don't cry over that spilled beer. Instead, take a look at this list, grab the leash and then get out of the house. You and your furry friend have a bucket list for the summer.
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Ices Plain and Fancy
2256 S. 39th St.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 601-3604
You shouldn’t be the only one who gets to enjoy ice cream. Ices Plain and Fancy, home of flash-churned nitro ice cream, has sweet treats for you as well as your dog. Relax on the patio with a cone or a boozy ice cream cocktail while your dog enjoys his own frozen treat. Known as “Sticky Charlie,” this doggy ice cream is made with sweet potato, yogurt, peanut butter and anchovy -- and half of all of its proceeds go to Stray Rescue of St. Louis. It can also be packaged to-go, so you can always have a dog-friendly ice cream treat on hand at home. Photo by Mabel Suen.
2256 S. 39th St.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 601-3604
You shouldn’t be the only one who gets to enjoy ice cream. Ices Plain and Fancy, home of flash-churned nitro ice cream, has sweet treats for you as well as your dog. Relax on the patio with a cone or a boozy ice cream cocktail while your dog enjoys his own frozen treat. Known as “Sticky Charlie,” this doggy ice cream is made with sweet potato, yogurt, peanut butter and anchovy -- and half of all of its proceeds go to Stray Rescue of St. Louis. It can also be packaged to-go, so you can always have a dog-friendly ice cream treat on hand at home. Photo by Mabel Suen.
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The Boathouse
6101 Government Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 367-2224
Sure, you already know that The Boathouse is a great place to grab a meal with your pup -- you can relax with a drink on the waterside patio, and Fido can take a snooze and people watch to his heart’s content. But why not give your dog an extra thrill with a paddle boat ride? You're sure to score some major points in the cool dog parent department. Photo courtesy of Flickr / Steve Krave.
6101 Government Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 367-2224
Sure, you already know that The Boathouse is a great place to grab a meal with your pup -- you can relax with a drink on the waterside patio, and Fido can take a snooze and people watch to his heart’s content. But why not give your dog an extra thrill with a paddle boat ride? You're sure to score some major points in the cool dog parent department. Photo courtesy of Flickr / Steve Krave.
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Laumeier Sculpture Park
12580 Rott Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63127
(314) 615-5278
You can give your dog a dose of culture (or at least of fresh air) with a walk through Laumeier Sculpture Park. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor galleries, though they must be leashed at all times. Just make sure you pick up after him, and you should be good to go. Photo courtesy of Instagram / asinanagic.
12580 Rott Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63127
(314) 615-5278
You can give your dog a dose of culture (or at least of fresh air) with a walk through Laumeier Sculpture Park. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor galleries, though they must be leashed at all times. Just make sure you pick up after him, and you should be good to go. Photo courtesy of Instagram / asinanagic.
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Purina Pooches in the Ballpark
Busch Stadium 700 Clark Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63102
(314) 345-9600
Baseball is better enjoyed with friends, so bring your furry one with you to this annual event held at Busch Stadium. Cards fans and their dogs can enjoy the game in designated pet-friendly areas of the stadium. Before the game, watch highly trained dogs compete in the Ultimate Air Dogs Competition held in the Ballpark Village parking lot, then head inside the park to participate in a costume parade around the warning track. Anticipate prizes, goodie bags and a day well spent with your favorite Cardinals fan. Photo by Jon Gitchoff.
Busch Stadium 700 Clark Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63102
(314) 345-9600
Baseball is better enjoyed with friends, so bring your furry one with you to this annual event held at Busch Stadium. Cards fans and their dogs can enjoy the game in designated pet-friendly areas of the stadium. Before the game, watch highly trained dogs compete in the Ultimate Air Dogs Competition held in the Ballpark Village parking lot, then head inside the park to participate in a costume parade around the warning track. Anticipate prizes, goodie bags and a day well spent with your favorite Cardinals fan. Photo by Jon Gitchoff.
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CityGarden
801 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63101
(314) 241-3337
CityGarden is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon and a great change of location for your dog’s typical walk. Let’s be honest, many a dog has peed on those art sculptures your kids climb on. Your dog shouldn’t be left out if he wants to leave his mark (or just run through the fountains). Photo courtesy of Flickr / Shelley Powers.
801 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63101
(314) 241-3337
CityGarden is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon and a great change of location for your dog’s typical walk. Let’s be honest, many a dog has peed on those art sculptures your kids climb on. Your dog shouldn’t be left out if he wants to leave his mark (or just run through the fountains). Photo courtesy of Flickr / Shelley Powers.
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Three Dog Bakery
Locations in Town and Country and the Delmar Loop
Your best friend deserves the very best, so take your dog on a shopping trip to Three Dog Bakery. You can give him a bit of TLC at the self-service dog washing station, then spoil him with some of the adorable, all-natural dog treats on display. This one-stop-shop has necessities like collars, toys and food as well. Photo by Katelyn Mae Petrin.
Locations in Town and Country and the Delmar Loop
Your best friend deserves the very best, so take your dog on a shopping trip to Three Dog Bakery. You can give him a bit of TLC at the self-service dog washing station, then spoil him with some of the adorable, all-natural dog treats on display. This one-stop-shop has necessities like collars, toys and food as well. Photo by Katelyn Mae Petrin.
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Three Kings Public House
6307 Delmar Blvd.
University City, MO 63130
(314) 721-3355
After you finish up at Three Dog Bakery, keep the triune theme going with a visit next door to Three Kings Public House. This Loop mainstay has both sidewalk dining and a dog-friendly patio, the latter a tucked-away spot that makes for the perfect sanctuary to dine with your dog. Other restaurants around town, such as Remy’s Kitchen and Wine Bar and Half & Half, are known to allow dogs on the patio as well. It never hurts to call a restaurant ahead to ask! Photo by Jennifer Silverberg.
6307 Delmar Blvd.
University City, MO 63130
(314) 721-3355
After you finish up at Three Dog Bakery, keep the triune theme going with a visit next door to Three Kings Public House. This Loop mainstay has both sidewalk dining and a dog-friendly patio, the latter a tucked-away spot that makes for the perfect sanctuary to dine with your dog. Other restaurants around town, such as Remy’s Kitchen and Wine Bar and Half & Half, are known to allow dogs on the patio as well. It never hurts to call a restaurant ahead to ask! Photo by Jennifer Silverberg.
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Ellen Clark Sculpture Park
300 N. Grand Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63103
This little park by St. Louis University was never officially declared a dog park -- but that hasn’t stopped dog owners from enjoying this free spot in Grand Center for years. There are picnic tables for you, plenty of space for your pup to romp and a baggy dispenser -- and the art sculptures are even coated with paint that protects against urine. You can read more about the history of the park in this St. Louis Post-Dispatch article. Photo courtesy of Instagram / sirtitustheboxer.
300 N. Grand Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63103
This little park by St. Louis University was never officially declared a dog park -- but that hasn’t stopped dog owners from enjoying this free spot in Grand Center for years. There are picnic tables for you, plenty of space for your pup to romp and a baggy dispenser -- and the art sculptures are even coated with paint that protects against urine. You can read more about the history of the park in this St. Louis Post-Dispatch article. Photo courtesy of Instagram / sirtitustheboxer.
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St. Louis Swap Meet
This flea market is held every first and last Sunday of the month on Cherokee Street, and you can invite your furry friend along! You’ll get to shop, eat and enjoy some live music, and he’ll love all the walking, sniffing and people watching he gets to do. Photo by Nicholas Phillips.
This flea market is held every first and last Sunday of the month on Cherokee Street, and you can invite your furry friend along! You’ll get to shop, eat and enjoy some live music, and he’ll love all the walking, sniffing and people watching he gets to do. Photo by Nicholas Phillips.
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Madison County Transit Trails
Take your dog for a ride across the river to the Madison County Transit Trails, a network of beautiful, paved trails encompassing Edwardsville and other nearby towns. You can both enjoy a workout, some fresh air and some bonding time -- and what’s not to love about that? Photo courtesy of Instagram / kayla_r_bartz.
Take your dog for a ride across the river to the Madison County Transit Trails, a network of beautiful, paved trails encompassing Edwardsville and other nearby towns. You can both enjoy a workout, some fresh air and some bonding time -- and what’s not to love about that? Photo courtesy of Instagram / kayla_r_bartz.
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No Leash Needed
Locations on Hampton Avenue, Manchester Road and North Elam.
On top of doggie day camp and boarding services, No Leash Needed provides training classes for your dog -- including dock diving lessons! Take your pup for a swim in the five-foot-deep pool, where you can participate in classes or bring your dog for open dock times. It’s the perfect summer activity for you and your dog. Find more details here.
Locations on Hampton Avenue, Manchester Road and North Elam.
On top of doggie day camp and boarding services, No Leash Needed provides training classes for your dog -- including dock diving lessons! Take your pup for a swim in the five-foot-deep pool, where you can participate in classes or bring your dog for open dock times. It’s the perfect summer activity for you and your dog. Find more details here.
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Museum of the Dog
1721 S Mason Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63131
(314) 821-3647
Show your pup his people at Museum of the Dog. The museum gives furry patrons treats, water and a place to exercise. The museum is also conveniently located in Queeny Park, with plenty of space for playtime after your visit. Photo courtesy of Flickr / Missouri Division of Tourism .
1721 S Mason Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63131
(314) 821-3647
Show your pup his people at Museum of the Dog. The museum gives furry patrons treats, water and a place to exercise. The museum is also conveniently located in Queeny Park, with plenty of space for playtime after your visit. Photo courtesy of Flickr / Missouri Division of Tourism .
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Left Bank Books
399 N. Euclid Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 367-6731
Yes, your dog can accompany you to this favorite local bookstore in the Central West End. And no, we do not encourage you to attempt to force a friendship between your dog and the store cat, Spike, as it is guaranteed not to end well. But with two floors and many shelves of books to wander, you should do just fine sharing your love of books with your best friend. Photo by Harlan McCarthy.
399 N. Euclid Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 367-6731
Yes, your dog can accompany you to this favorite local bookstore in the Central West End. And no, we do not encourage you to attempt to force a friendship between your dog and the store cat, Spike, as it is guaranteed not to end well. But with two floors and many shelves of books to wander, you should do just fine sharing your love of books with your best friend. Photo by Harlan McCarthy.
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Retreat Gastropub
6 N. Sarah St.
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 261-4497
You won’t just love this trendy spot for its food and drink -- you’ll also love knowing that dogs are more than welcome at the sidewalk tables at Retreat Gatropub. Other pedestrian-friendly meccas such as the Loop and downtown Maplewood are also great spots for sidewalk dining with your dog. Photo by Mabel Suen.
6 N. Sarah St.
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 261-4497
You won’t just love this trendy spot for its food and drink -- you’ll also love knowing that dogs are more than welcome at the sidewalk tables at Retreat Gatropub. Other pedestrian-friendly meccas such as the Loop and downtown Maplewood are also great spots for sidewalk dining with your dog. Photo by Mabel Suen.
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Food Truck Friday
Tower Grove Park
From May to October, Tower Grove Park is home to Food Truck Friday. Held on the second Friday of each month, the gathering brings more than twenty local food trucks, plus drinks and live music, to the park. Grab some folding chairs and a blanket and park it for a picnic with your dog. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend together. But no matter where you decide to hang out, as long as you're together, we'd call it a day well spent. Photo courtesy of Instagram / lizabethdarby.
Tower Grove Park
From May to October, Tower Grove Park is home to Food Truck Friday. Held on the second Friday of each month, the gathering brings more than twenty local food trucks, plus drinks and live music, to the park. Grab some folding chairs and a blanket and park it for a picnic with your dog. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend together. But no matter where you decide to hang out, as long as you're together, we'd call it a day well spent. Photo courtesy of Instagram / lizabethdarby.
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