Dog walking in Stamford

Downtown

A bustling downtown is just the place to work up an appetite. Capriccio’s satisfies the palate with a taste of Northern Italy while making you and your dog feel at home in its outdoor seating patio. This little gem of restaurant is one of several you will find in the downtown area, and it is located at 189 Bedford St. The Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa at 243 Tresser is just the place for you and your pet to get some R&R in a pet-friendly room. This hotel in the downtown neighborhood treats you and your pet like honored guests. Some additional fees may apply for larger dogs.

Cove East

The Cove East neighborhood has an exception dog bark. Stamford Dog Park at Courland Park is located at 53 Courtland Avenue. This large grassy and dirt area is fenced for off-leash fun and socialization. The dog park has a separate side for the smaller dogs. Kiddie pools are provided in both the small and large dog areas, and make for a cool dip in hot weather. There is sparse shade, and a few places to sit. If you want to explore more, head into the main park. It offers amenities like picnic tables, and additional places for you and your dog to exercise on-leash.

Springdale

Springdale has several parks for you and your dog to take some awesome on-leash walks together. Mianus River Park is a gorgeous tract of land covering over 450 acres that gives dogs and their people a place to get out of the house and commune with nature. This park has a proposed dog park site. Though it isn’t a reality yet, the many dogs already coming here are testament to the keen interest. You and your dog will not walk alone in Mianus River Park. Another interesting public park is Sleepy Hollow Park. Sleepy Hollow Park has numerous walking trails for your dog to pad some paw in. Leashes are required here.

North Stamford

There is a lot of green to be seen in this neighborhood. Stop in at Chestnut Hill Park. This is not the biggest of the city parks, but don’t let that prevent you from stopping in with your dog, and taking some on-leash walkabouts on the walking trails. A couple picnic tables provide a handy place for a quick snack, too. If you want to explore even more nature, head over to Chestnut Hill Bird Sanctuary. This out-of-the-way preserve for the feathered ones has walking space, but don’t let Fido disturb the birds, especially nesting ones. Leash is required. Scofield Park caps off the back-to-nature escapade. Big plans for renovation are in the works for this site. Now, grab a leash and get to walkin’.

Glenbrook

Daskam Park is a pretty piece of nature for you and your dog. Access to this small park is located at 17 Daskam Place. There are few places for you and your dog to stretch those legs. Stay on leash, though. There are a few other amenities in this park like benches, picnic tables, and a playground. It’s the pawfect place for a nice, small excursion. Woodland Park abuts several neighborhoods, and technically is in Darien. This park is a big place of almost 65 acres. The many miles of walking trails will keep you and your dog happy and exercised for several trips. Picnic areas, grills and the like are all here, too. Come for a walk, and stay for a picnic or barbecue.