Native Canine-Lover’s Information to Toronto and the GTA

Life in Toronto is fast-paced, costly, and you may at all times discover one thing to do. But it surely’s not simply us people who can have adventures round city. With so many canine mothers and cat dads, the group is changing into an increasing number of pet-friendly and there are methods to exit in town together with your canine or journey cat.

Searching for one thing to do? I’ve put collectively a fast listing of my absolute favorite canine and cat-friendly locations round Toronto so that you and your furry good friend can journey out collectively!

So many craft breweries are cropping up across the metropolis and their patios usually welcome pets. Take your choose from Black Lab Brewing (Leslieville), Stone Lion Pub (The Seashores), Mill Road Brewery (Distillery District), Excessive Park Brewery (The Junction), and Brunswick Bier Works (East York). Some function pet menus, a deal with out of your server, or particular pet-themed occasions. Examine them out and tell us your favourites!

Should you’re in search of non-alcoholic choices, take a look at your native Starbucks, Balzac’s Espresso Roasters, Tom & Sawyer, and Rooster Espresso Home.

A couple of years in the past, we have been planning a particular household occasion and needed to incorporate the canines. I phoned lodge after lodge and will solely discover TWO that accepted pets. Quick-forward to at the moment and fortunately journey is getting simpler for pet dad and mom. From dog-friendly lodges to superior pet lodges, if that you must go away city (and even go on a well-earned staycation), you now have selections.

If you wish to splurge, I extremely suggest Lodge X. (Shameless plug: We’re their designated pet photographer so you’ll be able to embody a images session throughout your keep – see hyperlink) Not solely do they welcome your canine or cat with its personal mattress, treats, and different goodies, however the view is to die for!

There are groomers after which there are the groomers at Hound & Purr. The proprietor, Victoria, has many followers among the many cute and furry and her crew of groomers will get excessive praises from the people too! Among the best issues is that they not solely simply groom canines – they’ve particular cat days in order that fabulous felines can get their well-deserved pampering in an surroundings freed from stress.

Hound & Purr can be an independant boutique and Victoria works arduous to herald native and distinctive gadgets. So that you and your pet can have an important purchasing expertise too.

Know of an superior dog-loving spot I missed? Ship me a fast message right here and let me know! I’m at all times in search of new locations to take a look at.