Summer Fun With Your Dog In Arizona

Summer in Arizona can be hard on all of us.  But it can be most hard on our four-legged friends who don’t understand why their normal walks and romps in the yard are no longer allowed.  We all want to keep our dogs happy, but that becomes difficult once temperatures start climbing.

Here are some great ways to keep your dog entertained, give them a bit of training and stimulation, and have fun yourself while you’re together!

Dog Friendly Malls/Stores in Phoenix area

• Scottsdale Fashion Square – walking in the mall before the stores open is an option. Plus some stores let you bring your dog in once they are open.
• Scottsdale Quarter – lots of shaded areas and misters on the walkways around this beautiful outdoor mall.
• Biltmore Fashion Plaza – This centrally located outdoor mall offers great scenery and plenty of shade and covered areas to eat and walk.
• Desert Ridge – Great North Phoenix outdoor mall. Desert Ridge has center facing stores that provide shade and misters for walking.
• Chandler Fashion Square – walking inside this mall before they open is a good idea too!
• Also, don’t forget that most Home Depot, Lowes & REI stores all allow you to bring your leashed dog with you inside.

You will need to make sure that your pup has basic obedience skills and is potty trained before entering into a private business.  Some other things to remember:

• Look for and obey all posted signs at the front of each store.
• Potty your dog before going inside.
• Keep your dog on a leash at all times.
• Bring plenty of treats.
• Keep a water bowl and water bottles in the car for when you return.

Dog Friendly Restaurants around the Valley of the Sun

• • Ohso Brewery
  • Snooze AM Eatery
  • NY Bagels & Bialy’s
  • The Farm at South Mountain
  • Arizona Wilderness Beer
  • State 48 Brewery
  • Pedal Haus Brewery
  • Gadzooks Enchiladas & Soup
  • Search for “dog friendly” options on OpenTable.com to get the best list in your area.

Look also for the plethora of Dog Boutiques around Scottsdale & Phoenix.  There is one for every dog enthusiast out there.  A quick internet search and you can find posh doggy stores and puppy party supply places sprinkled throughout the local area.

If you want to try a fun stay-cation style adventure with your pup, try out 1 or 2 new weekly classes with us.  It will give you and your best friend something to look forward to each week to get you through the summer months!

Stay tuned, next week we will be showcasing some of our most adventurous and fun classes to take for your stay-cation!