There’s a lot for dog people to enjoy in Los Angeles. There’s usually mild weather year ‘round, making it easy to do things like bring your dog shopping at The Grove (but check which stores will let them in), eat outdoors on patios that allow pups, and visit parks that welcome your dog. There’s even Rosie’s Dog Beach, where dogs can play off-leash, in nearby Long Beach.
This month, we’re highlighting some of our dog-friendly partners and special events in Los Angeles. Here’s what we want you to know.
Dog-friendly events in Los Angeles, April 2024
Wednesdays—April 3, 10, 17, and 24:
SoCal Vibes Cider Tap Room, 1522 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Venice, CA 90291
3–6pm
Swing by for drink specials, plus treats and swag from The Farmer’s Dog.
Saturday, April 6:
210 Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90291
1–6pm
Pet-Chewlla, whose name is a play on a certain famous music festival, features adoptable dogs and cats, food (including samples from The Farmer’s Dog), and, yes, live music.
Sundays, April 7 and 28:
The Hive Superfood Cafe, 606 Broadway Santa Monica, CA 904041 and 4242 Via Marina, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
4–7pm
Eat and drink with your dog close by.
11am–1pm
Bring your doodle for play, socialization, and free samples from The Farmer’s Dog.
Santa Monica Pier
10am
A chance for women to walk their dogs together in a pleasant setting.
Saturday, April 13:
Rosie’s Dog Beach, 5000 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90803
10am–noon
Hang out on the beach with French bulldogs and their people, meet adoptable Frenchies, enter raffles, and try samples from The Farmer’s Dog.
Saturdays, April 13 and 27:
Petco, 508 North Doheny Drive, West Hollywood, CA 90048
2–6pm
Meet adoptable dogs from Ace of Hearts, a rescue focused on seniors.
Sunday, April 14:
Big Love Animal Rescue Adoption Event
HD Buttercup, 3225 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034
4–7pm
Meet the Big Love team and their adoptable pets.
Saturday, April 20:
SoCal Brussells Griffon Meetup
Boneyard Dog Park, 9910 Jefferson Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
10am
Bring your Brussells griffon out for a fun day in the park.
Sunday, April 21:
Westwood Dog Park, 1350 Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025
10am
Doodles of LA hosts this event—and, based on the name, it sounds like a lot of fun for doodles and their people. We’ll be there with free samples.
Saturday, April 27:
Love Coffee Bar, 1732 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica CA 90405
9am–1pm
Enjoy some coffee, hang out with dogs, sample fresh food from The Farmer’s Dog—and, if you’re lucky, win some swag.
Sunday, April 28:
Old LA Zoo in Griffith Park, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Noon
Congregate with bull terriers and their people. The Farmer’s Dog will be there, too, giving out free samples.
West Side Dog Gang Social Dog Walk
Santa Monica Promenade
5pm
Come walk your dog and try some free samples from The Farmer’s Dog. RSVP here.
Partner nonprofits and services in Los Angeles
All of the above organizations do the vital work of finding forever homes for dogs who need them. Follow the links to learn more.
The above companies offer services like training, pet sitting, dog walks, and more. Check the links for all the details.
As you may have guessed from their name, DoodyCalls handles pet-waste removal.
Partner food and drink establishments in Los Angeles
Both the Marina Del Rey and Santa Monica locations of this restaurant have dog-friendly seating.
A roomy backyard and a welcoming attitude make this a great place to have a cup of Joe in the company of your best friend.
Dogs can’t (and shouldn’t) drink the cider, but they’ll enhance your experience—and, yes, the vibes—as you do.
