How your dog can get pampered in Miami. Where to stay and where to go with a pet
You don’t have to leave your dog at home when you visit Miami or South Beach.
Several hotels, shopping areas and beaches welcome pets.
Here’s a look:
Dog lake
In the words of Anchorman Ron Burgundy: “Cannonball!” Your dog can live the lake life at Performance Pups in Dania Beach, where the expansive freshwater lake is open for swimming, retrieving balls and toys, or leaping off the docks. (Humans can wade into the water to interact with their pups but aren’t allowed to swim.) If you’d rather have the lake to yourself, rent it for private play or doggie birthday parties.
Pet Party
Fact — there’s nothing cuter than a dog in a party hat hanging with his tail-wagging best buds, and Doggie Bag Cafe & Pet Boutique will throw your dog a bash to remember. They’ll take care of everything from the pup-cakes to the accessories and toys for the whole dog gang. They also offer classes to teach owners how to cook healthy meals for their pets.
Hotels
Can’t stand the thought of leaving your dog behind while you vacation? Escape with your pet to W South Beach where dogs are treated like royalty thanks to their Pets Are Welcome (PAW) Program. Dogs receive a plush pet toy and delicious treats, as well as an exclusive W Hotels pet bed, food and water bowl with floor mat.
At Loews Miami Beach, amenities include loaner pet beds and litter boxes, special in-room menus, an on-property private pet park. The Aloft Miami Aventura welcomes pups under 40 pounds. Other pet-friendly hotels, according to the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, include the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, the downtown Miami Hilton, The Standard in Miami Beach, 1 Hotel South Beach, and the Kimpton Hotel group. Keep in mind that many hotels charge a pet fee.
Dog parks, beaches, places
You can take your dog to several recreational and shopping spots in the Miami area. They include:
▪ Hobie Beach: Off Rickenbacker Causeway near Key Biscayne
▪ Lincoln Road Mall: Open-air pedestrian mall with outdoor cafes in South Beach.
▪ Bal Harbour Shops: Open-air luxury mall just north of Miami Beach.
▪ Haulover Beach: Dog park on the ocean, just north of Miami Beach and south of Sunny Isles Beach.
