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.
(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!)
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Stores Where Dogs are Welcome:
- Petco
- Pet Smart
- Tractor Supply
- Scheels
- ACE Hardware
- Lowe's
- Micheal's
- TJ Maxx
- Hobby Lobby
- JoAnn's Fabric
- 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!
