The days are getting shorter and cooler, but that doesn’t mean the pet-friendly adventures have to wait until spring. Here are 15 pet-friendly adventure ideas perfect for fall and winter.
Some of the ideas below are perfect for fall; others can be used in winter — some require snow or mild weather — but you’ll find plenty of ideas for enjoying pet-friendly adventures with your furry best friend.
Pet-Friendly Adventures for Fall and Winter
Go glamping
If it’s too cold for a tent, a heated glamping hut can help you extend your camping season. Enjoying fresh hikes and autumn leaves during the day, and cozying up around a campfire on chilly nights will be fun for both you and your pet.
Visit orchards, farms and vineyards
Fall is harvest season and many orchards, farms and vineyards welcome you to take your pet for a walk on a leash. Go apple picking and pick up some delicious apples and cider. You can also visit a local pumpkin patch and take some photos of your cute pet and carve a pumpkin.
Another option is to see new vineyards and find a new favorite wine. One of our favorite activities in the cooler months is visiting a corn maze. If you’re a dog lover, you can take some great photos of your pet and it’s also fun to see if your pet can find the exit without your guidance. These are just some of the fall activities you can enjoy with your dog.
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Watch a hockey game
Hosted by several minor league hockey teams Dog-friendly hockey gamesWhat’s cooler than bringing along your furry friend on a leash to cheer on your favorite team? Just be careful not to get so distracted by the cute pups that you miss the game.
Visit an indoor dog park
Some dog daycare facilities even rent out space for dog parties. Check out Unleashed Indoor Dog Park in Anchorage, Alaska.
Or why not visit some great places to spend some indoor dog time with treats, like Unleashed Hounds and Hops in Minneapolis or Barkhaus in Alexandria, Virginia.
Take a walking tour
Ghost tours are available around the country around Halloween (check out America’s best pet-friendly ghost tours to plan a spooky Halloween), and there are tours that explore history, architecture, and more. Your dog won’t mind learning a thing or two during the walk.
Read more⇒ Best US Cities for Urban Hikes
Go on a scenic drive
A scenic drive is a fun adventure you can enjoy with your pet. Enjoy the fall foliage and fall activities from the comfort of your vehicle, or take the opportunity to explore wildlife refuges and parks where dogs aren’t allowed.
Visit the Blackwater Wildlife Refuge in Maryland’s Chesapeake Region, where you can enjoy miles of drives where you can view foxes, birds and other wildlife, or explore the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia, the Pacific Coast Highway in California and the Beartooth Highway in Montana and Wyoming.
Dining out
Some restaurants are installing heaters on their patios to extend the outdoor dining season, and with most patios now less crowded, now is the perfect time to practice dining outside with your dog.
Bring mats and blankets for the floor to keep your pup warm, and they’ll be happy to clean up any food they drop.
Visit a pet-friendly brewery
While health officials in the U.S. and Canada frown on pets in restaurants, some breweries that don’t have kitchens allow dogs inside. The GoPetFriendly team found a number of pet-friendly breweries in the Black Hills of South Dakota that allow dogs inside.
Read more⇒ Pet-Friendly Breweries and Wineries in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Look up breweries in your area, see their facilities, and see if they’ll let you bring your dog inside. (Of course, it’s wise to call and check their policies before you go; pet policies can change quickly due to adjustments to hygiene rules or a bad experience at a store.)
Take your dog swimming
Sure, water-loving dogs will happily splash around in the coldest weather, but indoor pools offer some great pet adventures.
If you’re in the Midwest, consider Doggy Paddle Aquatic Center in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood as one option, or try Ramey’s Beach Club in Spring, Texas, which has both outdoor and indoor facilities.
Read more⇒ Tips for teaching your dog to swim
Trying out Skijoring
If your dog weighs over 30 pounds and is healthy, skijoring is a fun sport you can enjoy together. If you live in an area with a lot of snow, find a local Nordic center or dog training facility to help you get started. Or, Midwest Skijolers Club For more details:
Go sledding
If you’re into sports that require lessons and minimal equipment, grab your dog and find a hill to sledding with—your pup will definitely have an easier time sledding back up the hill.
Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display
Some streets and entire towns create spectacular holiday displays. You can find large drive-thru displays in New Haven, Connecticut; Los Gatos, California (where you can tune in to music on the radio along with the displays); Upper Sandusky, Ohio; and Austin, Texas. Check your local events calendar.
Pamper yourself with a holiday
If a quiet getaway is your ideal pet-friendly adventure, enjoy an overnight getaway at a pet-friendly hotel or vacation property, book a spa appointment, order room service or takeout, and kick back with your favorite movie or book.
Sign up for dog training classes
Do you want to refresh your basic obedience training? Maybe you want to learn new tricks or pick up a hobby like agility or barn hunting? No matter your skill level, fall and winter are the perfect time to take an indoor training class or sign up for a private session with your puppy.
Read more⇒ Travel training for puppies
Take a Southern Road Trip
If dodging snow and icy roads isn’t your thing, why not take a road trip? Hit some of San Diego’s best dog-friendly beaches, explore pet-friendly Tucson, Arizona, or head to the Florida Keys for some fun in the sun. These warm destinations offer plenty of pet-friendly adventures for fall and winter, even when it’s not exactly wintery.
Read more⇒ Planning a Pet-Friendly Road Trip
We hope these ideas have sparked your imagination and given you some inspiration for some fun adventures you can have with your pet this fall and winter.
Of course, you can start making your spring and summer travel plans too!
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