Lincoln is going to the dogs! We love our four-legged family members, and it's always fun to take them to new places. We have patios, dog parks and stores where well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Should you take your dog?
Before choosing to take your dog out and about consider whether your dog (and you!) will have a good experience. Typically, well-behaved, socialized dogs who are comfortable around people and other dogs are ideal for these settings. Ensuring your dog is friendly, leash-trained, and non-disruptive will help everyone enjoy their time. Always check specific venue policies and consider your dog's temperament to ensure a pleasant outing for all.
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(Please note: We do our best to make sure our information is up-to-date but policies change all the time. If you aren't sure about whether it's OK to bring your pooch, it's best to call ahead and ask!)
Stores Where Dogs are Welcome:
- Petco
- Pet Smart
- Tractor Supply
- Scheels
- ACE Hardware
- Lowe's
- Micheal's
- Hobby Lobby
- Office Depot
- At Home
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Dog-Friendly Patios in Lincoln
We asked on Facebook ... and doggone it, you answered! Here are the restaurants, breweries, and bars in you told us have dog-friendly patios.
- Tavern on the Square
- Piedmont Bistro (has a dog menu)
- Jake's Cigars
- Kinkaider Brewing
- Off Leash Dog Bar
- Occidental
- Zipline
- Blue Sushi
- Hop Cat
- Jake's Cigars-Lincoln
- LeadBelly: Contemporary American Pub (has a dog menu)
- Lazlo's Brewery & Grill - Haymarket
- Buzzard Billy's Lincoln
- Yia Yia’s
- Bison Witches
- Corn Coast Brewing
- Ramos Pizza & Pub/Buster's BBQ
- Mettle Grill
- Leighton's Pub
- Bierhaus Maisschäler
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Dog Parks in Lincoln
Stransky Dog Run at Peterson Park
4419 Southwood Dr, Lincoln, NE 68502
Park curfews apply.
What we like about Peterson Dog Run: This is a small dog park with nice walking paths, mature trees and a park next door with a playground for the kids.Mahoney Park Dog Run
84th and, Market Dr, Lincoln, NE 68507
5:00 AM-11:00 PM
What we like about Mahoney Park Dog Run: Wide open flat spaces for dogs to run and stay in sight. This park is four acres, has walking paths and a restroom.Rickman's Run (Holmes Lake Dog Park)
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5:00 AM-11:00 PM
What we like about Rickman's Run: This dog park is Lincoln's largest with 28 acres. There is a creek, natural grasslands, trails and mature trees.Roper East Dog Run
N 7th and Adams
5:00 AM-11:00 PM
What we love about Roper East Dog Run: Open spaces to run!
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Lincoln Animal Shelters and Rescues
We wanted to give our shelters a shout-out too and let you know about potential volunteer opportunities for your family that give you a chance to make a difference in the lives of pooches in need!
Capital Humane Society-https://www.capitalhumanesociety.org/
Dolly's Legacy Animal Rescue-https://dollyslegacyanimalrescue.org/
Nebraska No Kill Canine Rescue-https://www.nebraskanokill.org/
Brave Animal Rescue-https://www.brave-animal-rescue.org/
Revolution Rescue-http://www.revolutionrescue.com/
The Cat House-https://thecathouse.org/
Know of a Lincoln dog-friendly store or restaurant, dog park, or animal shelter we're missing? Let me know at marym@macaronikid.com and we'll add it to our list!
