This summer, experience the dog-friendly side of Lanark County! From pup-approved patios and accommodations to ice cream, dog parks, and more, these spots are ready to earn a paw-print of approval.

Dog-Friendly Patios

A shady patio is the perfect spot to bring your dog on a hot summer’s day! Relax in the shade with your pup happily stretched out at your feet and wait for fellow diners to come for a quick pet and a welcome.

• James Gate – Carleton Place
• The Copper Still – Carleton Place
• The Lockmaster’s Taphouse – Smiths Falls
• Fiddlehead’s – Perth
• Bridge Masters Brewing Co. – Perth
• Coutts Coffee Roasters – Perth
• Riverwood Pizza – Perth
• Cartwright Springs Brewery – Pakenham
• CCs on the Rideau – Rideau Ferry
• The Waterfront Gastropub – Carleton Place
• Stalwart Brewing Co. – Carleton Place
• Braumeister Brewing Co. – Carleton Place (inside and outside)
• Rocky River Restaurant – Perth

Bonus: There is no patio here, but Carp Custom Creamery in Carleton Place offers dog bowls and dog cones for your pet.

Spend the Night, Bring the Dog

Planning more than a day trip? Make it an overnight adventure! These pet-friendly accommodations welcome pets throughout the property or in designated dog-friendly rooms. When your pup has settled down for the night, head out for dinner or just to explore. Be sure to confirm pet policies, additional fees, and size limits when booking.

• Perth Parkside Hotel & Spa – Perth
• Smiths Falls Best Western Hotel – Smiths Falls
• Closs Crossing – Lanark
• Le Boat – Smiths Falls
• The Comfort Inn – Carleton Place
• Tri-Century Mill – Carleton Place
• Cabinscape – Various locations in Lanark County

Play & Stay: Lanark County Dog Parks

After you’ve enjoyed your patio, relaxed in your accommodation, and wandered the small towns of Lanark County, your four-legged friend may have some extra vacation energy to burn. Lanark County has several off-leash spaces where your dog can do just that. Remember to follow posted rules, keep your dog leashed until you are inside the off-leash area and bring water with you for warmer days.

• Snedden-Casey Dog Park – 337 Ann St., Almonte
• Carleton Place Dog Park – Edmund Street, behind the Carleton Place Pool
• Roy Brown Park Dog Park – 93 Griffith Way, Carleton Place
• Gleeson Dog Park – 25 Old Slys Rd., Smiths Falls
• Perth Dog Park at Darou Farm – 2845 Rideau Ferry Rd., Perth