Atlanta is a super dog-friendly city, with tons of pet-friendly restaurants, dog groomers, events, and iconic places to snap
pics of your pup. Spending a few days with your doggo in ATL? Check out these dog-friendly activities and businesses in Georgia's state capital.
Where to take pics of your dog in Atlanta GA
Want to snap
some pics of your photogenic fur-baby? ATL is filled with iconic
locations for a pup photoshoot — here are a few of our favorite spots to
take pictures of your dog in Atlanta!
Piedmont Park
Piedmont Park
is ideal if you want to snap a pic of your dog in front of Atlanta's
Midtown skyline. Set up your camera in front of Lake Clara Meer and
catch this impressive skyline's reflection off the water.
Jackson Street Bridge
Jackson Street Bridge is the go-to place for views of Atlanta's skyline. It gained pawpularity after appearing in an episode of
The Walking Dead. Easily one of the most iconic spots to pose with your pup in Atlanta!
Atlanta BeltLine Murals
The
Atlanta Beltline is an extensive trail system popular for hikers and
bikers, lined with murals by local and international artists. You'll
find dozens of murals along the trail. One of the great things about the
Atlanta BeltLine Murals is they're constantly changing, so there's
always an opportunity for a new photoshoot.
Atlanta Tiny Doors
Puppy pics next to
adorable tiny doors? You'll find around 2 dozen ATL-themed tiny doors
dotted across Atlanta, from the 7 Stages Theater door to the State Farm
Arena door. Atlanta Tiny Doors are especially great photo spots for
taking pictures of pint-sized pups. There's also one huge "tiny" door
that's 658 times the size of the others!
Centennial Olympic Park
Centennial Olympic Park
opened for the 1996 Summer Olympics and is among Atlanta's most lavish
parks. With the Fountain of Rings, the Hermes Towers, and the Quilt
Plaza, Centennial Olympic Park is loaded with excellent backdrops for
pics of your pooch.
Dog-friendly event in Atlanta, GA
PAWty in the Park
Pawty
in the Park is one of ATL's hottest dog-friendly events, with
mini-festivals on the third Saturday of each month through October. Bop
along to the monthly DJ, chow down at pop-up diners serving up
specially-made hot dogs, and play fun dog-friendly games.
Dog-friendly restaurants in Atlanta, GA
It's
worth noting that only service animals or animals performing a task or
service are allowed inside restaurants in Georgia. Luckily, there are
multiple restaurants with pup-friendly patios where you can dine with
your doggo! Enjoy alfresco dining with Fido at one of these
dog-friendly restaurants in Atlanta.
ParkGrounds
Grab
lunch with your pupper and soak up the sun at ParkGrounds. Featuring a
large shady outside area, ParkGrounds serves up delicious sandwiches,
piping-hot coffee, and an array of alcoholic beverages. Borrow a board
game or book, sit back, and watch your pup make friends with their
fellow fur-babies.
Publico Kitchen and Tap
You'll find
few better places for brunch with your barking bud in ATL than Publico
Kitchen and Tap. Publico's cozy outside area welcomes pups and has its
very own VIP (Very Important Pups) menu, with menu items including
peanut butter bacon biscuits and seafood casserole. Plus, all profits
from the puppy menu go to Howell Mill Humane Society, which helps find
homes for abandoned and abused pets.
Treehouse Restaurant and Pub
Brunch,
lunch, or dinner, the Treehouse Restaurant and Pub is the "pawfect"
spot for chowing down with your doggo. With an expansive menu and
covered wooden patio, this Atlanta eatery is great for a casual bite
with your canine. There's a dog-specific menu, but you can always order a
plain chicken breast as a treat for your pup.
Dog groomer spotlight in Atlanta, GA
Perk-N-Pooch
One
of Atlanta's most innovative dog groomers, Perk-N-Pooch lets you kick
back while your pupper is pampered. Get your dog washed and groomed
while you sit back with a comforting cup of coffee. This dog
groomer/cafe offers pro grooming, "Fluff-N-Brush" treatments for long
dense coats, express dog washes, and more.
Animal shelter spotlight in Atlanta, GA
Furkids
Furkids
is a non-profit organization and the largest no-kill shelter in
Atlanta. Furkids rescued over 5,000 animals in 2021 and has around 500
in their care at one time and another 600 in foster care. The
organization also runs 5 thrift stores, which fund around a third of its
work.
Since 2001, Furkids has saved over 51,000 animals. In
2023, they'll open a new state-of-the-art facility with cage-free rooms
and a
cat cafe. The org also plans to expand its thrift shop operation to help with additional funding. Check out Furkids
website for adoptable animals if you want to adopt a pet or donate to an animal charity in Atlanta.
Most popular dog names in Georgia
Wag! sniffed out the
top 50 dog names in each state — here's a peek at the top 10 dog names in Atlanta and other cities throughout Georgia. Did your pup's name make the list?
#1. Bella
#2. Luna
#3. Max
#4. Charlie
#5. Lucy
#6. Bailey
#7. Coco
#8. Daisy
#9. Cooper
#10. Lola