Pet-Friendly Guide to Gig Harbor, Washington

Gig Harbor, WA, is pet-friendly! From delicious dining spots and fun activities to cozy accommodations and top-notch pet services, our city has everything you and your furry friend need. Here's your ultimate pet-friendly guide to Gig Harbor, WA:

Rotary Bark Park

Location: 10100 Bujacich Rd, Gig Harbor, WA, 98332

Dog-friendly, 15-acre off-leash park in the woods with trails and a play meadow. Picnic tables and a shelter are located in the meadow area.

Tubby's Trail Dog Park

Location: 1701 14th Ave, NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335

Pet-friendly recreation area. Off-leash fun! Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess and to keep an eye on pooches playing. Open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.

Gateway Park

Location: 10405 WA-302, Gig Harbor, WA, 98329

Amenities include an off-leash dog park, walking trails, picnic areas, and restrooms.

McCormick Dog Park

Location: 10301 Bujacich Rd, Gig Harbor, WA, 98332

Pet-friendly recreation area. Off-leash fun! Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess and to keep an eye on pooches playing. Open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.

Cutters Point Coffee

Location: 4735 Point Fosdick Drive, Suite 400, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335

Dog-friendly coffee shop with outdoor seating for people with pets.  Table service is not available so you will need to have a plan for your dog to stay at the table while you go in order.

The Beer Vault

Location: 14004 Purdy Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98332

Dog-friendly atmosphere - your dog can join you indoors while you enjoy all this bar has to offer. Please note, you must be 21+ to enter.

7 Seas Brewing

Location: 2905 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335

Offers ample pet & family-friendly outdoor seating at the Gig Harbor location only.

Best Western PlusWesley Inn & Suites

Location: 6575 Kimball Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335

Welcomes two pets (up to 80 lbs) for an additional fee of $30 per night. Guests traveling with pets are assigned to rooms on the first floor. Both dogs and cats are welcome, but pets may not be left unattended in rooms. Four-legged friends will be greeted with a pet package with a note, treat, and waste bags. There is a grassy area for pet relief on the property.

The Inn at Gig Harbor

Location: 3211 56th St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335

Pet-Friendly hotel! There is a fee of $15 per pet, per night with a limit of 2 pets per room. This hotel is 10 minutes from waterfront dining and harbor activities.

Vrbo

Location: Varies

Multiple pet-friendly options are available based on your family's needs. From waterfront home sites, enchanting guesthouses and cottages, and even yachts, you will surely be able to find something that suits your needs and your price point. Just don't forget to click on "Yes" for pets when you do a search!

Airbnb

Location: Varies

Set your search dates and click yes for pets and you will be able to see a host of options to select from.  Rooms, apartments, homes, and even campers and RVs are just a few of the options available.

Brookside's Online Store

Location: www.brookvet.com

Our online store gives you the convenience of shopping from home from a trusted source. From pharmacy items, food, treats & chews, and supplies, our online store has it all. Visit our store to see today's deals and take advantage of free shipping on orders over $49 or when you sign up for AutoShip. Prefer to pick up pharmacy items from our practice? We offer that option too. Our telewidget makes it easy to submit a prescription refill request online for in-practice pick-up.

Pet-Friendly Guide to Tacoma, WA & Port Orchard, WA

Did you know that Gig Harbor, WA is situated only 11 miles from Tacoma, WA, and 18 miles from Port Orchard, WA? You can travel by bus, car, ferry, or taxi depending on how quickly you would like to reach your destination. While you are there, check out all the pet-friendly things you can do during your visit.

Chambers Bay Off Leash Park & Beach

Location: 4800-4850 Grandview Dr W, University Place, WA 98466

Off-leash beach access area for dogs south of the Bridge, adjacent to Chambers Bay Golf Course. The entire park is 7 acres with a 1-acre off-leash area, and a separate area for small, shy, and senior dogs. It is maintained and funded by SUNDogs (Safe, Unleashed, Natural), a nonprofit group in University Place, Washington.

Wet Noses Dry Paws

Location: 411 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402

An indoor dog park featuring 6,000 sqft. of room to roam, including a built-in turf potty zone, tennis balls, and agility equipment!

Point Defiance Dog Park

Location: Five Mile Rd, Tacoma, WA 98407

This off-leash area is approximately 7 acres in size and is located along Five Mile Drive south of Fort Nisqually. The roadway and waterfront bluff area are fenced as well as about 1/8 acre area for smaller dogs.

Howe Farm County Dog Park

Location: 1901 Long Lake Rd SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

Howe Farm County Dog Park, located inside Howe Farm Park,  offers a fully fenced area for dogs to play off-leash. There are also walking trails inside the park.

Manchester State Park

Location: 7767 E Hilldale Rd, Port Orchard, WA 98366

This 128-acre camping park offers 2 miles of hiking trails, 3.400 feet of saltwater shoreline, and a unique history. Pets must be on a leash and under physical control at all times. This includes trail areas and campsites. Pet owners are required to clean up after pets on all state park lands.

McCormick Village Park

Location: 3201 SW Old Clifton Rd, Port Orchard, WA 98367

This park features sidewalks and paths; an entry plaza, a pedestrian bridge, picnic shelters, play areas and play structures, a splash pad water-play feature, fenced dog park areas, paved parking stalls, and new landscaping.

E9 Firehouse & Gastropub

Location: 611 N Pine St, Tacoma, WA 98406

E9 Firehouse & Gastropub is a dog-friendly eatery in Tacoma, WA, where Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio. They serve hearty comfort food such as mac and cheese, a hot fried chicken sandwich, mushroom Bolognese, a braised beef dip, tacos, and more.

Incline CiderCompany

Location: 2115 S C St, Tacoma, WA 98402

Incline Cider House is a dog-friendly, family-owned and operated taproom showcasing incline ciders alongside rotating PNW craft ciders, with 16 ciders on draft. Fido is welcome to sit with you both inside and outside the taproom.

Rock the Dock Pub

Location: 535 Dock St #118, Tacoma, WA 98402

This popular dive bar serves burgers, sandwiches, breakfast for dinner, and chicken and seafood entrees. Weather permitting, they have dog-friendly outdoor seating on the dock overlooking the Port of Tacoma.

Yoked Farmhouse Brewery

Location: 525 SW Pine Rd SW, Port Orchard, WA 98367

A family-friendly and pet-friendly brewery. Yoked Farmhouse Brewery is owned and operated by three families that are yoked through the concept that together we are more creative, supportive, and healthy than if we were alone.

Whiskey Gulch Coffee Co.

Location: 2065 Bay St, Port Orchard, WA 98366

Dog-friendly deck with lovely waterfront outdoor seating. They have coffee, tea, soup, muffins, cookies, breakfast sandwiches, paninis, crepes, and more.

Peninsula Beverage Co.

Location: 110 Harrison Ave, Port Orchard, WA 98366

Great spot on the water in Port Orchard. Come by boat or car. Great beverage selection, excellent brunch, and extensive food menu. pet friendly on the large deck looking out over Bremerton and the Olympic mountains.

Hotel Murano

Location: 1320 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402

Hotel Murano welcomes two pets of any size for an additional fee of $30 per pet, per night. Only rooms on the fifth and sixth floors allow pets. Both dogs and cats are permitted, but pets may not be left unattended.

LaQuinta by Wyndham Tacoma

Location: 1425 E 27th St, Tacoma, WA 98421

La Quinta by Wyndham Tacoma Seattle welcomes two pets up to 25 lbs for an additional fee of $25 per night (not to exceed $75 per stay). Both cats and dogs are permitted, but pets may not be left unattended in rooms. There is a pet relief area right outside the entrance.

Hotel Thea Tacoma

Location: 7414 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA 98408

Hotel Thea Tacoma by Ascend Collection welcomes two dogs up to 80 lbs for an additional fee of $30 per pet, per night, plus a $150 refundable damage deposit. Guests traveling with dogs will be assigned to Double Queen Rooms on the ground floor. Dogs may not be left in the room unattended. There is a fenced, off-leash dog area behind the hotel, but guests must bring their own waste bags. Cats, as well as Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Chow Chows, Doberman Pinschers, wolf-dog hybrids, and American Bulldogs, are not permitted.

Comfort Inn On The Bay

Location: 1121 Bay St, Port Orchard, WA 98366

Dogs only. $20 daily for dogs 25 lb. and under. $25 daily for dogs over 25 lb.

Brookside's Online Store

Location: www.brookvet.com

Our online store gives you the convenience of shopping from home from a trusted source. From pharmacy items, food, treats & chews, and supplies, our online store has it all. Visit our store to see today's deals and take advantage of free shipping on orders over $49 or when you sign up for AutoShip. Prefer to pick up pharmacy items from our practice? We offer that option too. Our Telewidget makes it easy to submit a prescription refill request online for in-practice pick-up.


Happy Exploring With Your Pet!

Whether you are visiting the area or are a full-time resident, we hope you enjoy visiting pet-friendly places around the Gig Harbor area. These places not only welcome your furry friends, but they also offer great experiences that you can enjoy with your family.

Remember to always respect the rules and guidelines set by each establishment for the comfort and safety of all guests. We advise always visiting the website or calling to ensure the location is still pet-friendly and since many places only offer outdoor seating, please consider the weather. 

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