The PawHike local guide
Good places. Great company.
A local guide to getting out, finding a table and caring for your dog in Southwest Florida.
Explore 36 places5 towns · 3 ways to explore
Choose your kind of day
A little adventure,
close to home.
From sandy paws to a fresh trim.
Find somewhere for you both.
Start by the sea
Meet Brohard.
Bring sandy paws.
A dog beach, a fenced paw park and a rinse before the ride home. Get to know Venice’s Gulf-side dog destination.
Find your next stop
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Choose a town, discover a place,
make a little time together.
36 places found
Outdoors · Venice
Brohard Paw Park & Dog Beach
An afternoon of sandy paws and Gulf breezes. The designated dog beach and fenced paw park make Brohard a distinctive Venice outing.
Off leash in designated dog areasExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Venice
Woodmere Park
A neighborhood park with a dedicated dog park and unpaved trails. Combine time in the dog area with a leashed walk through the wider park.
Off leash in dog park; leash elsewhereExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Sarasota
Lakeview Park
A Sarasota park with a dedicated dog area and places to pause for a picnic. Keep your dog leashed when exploring outside the dog park.
Off leash in dog park; leash elsewhereExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Sarasota
17th Street Park
A dedicated dog park within a larger recreation complex. Use the designated dog areas and follow posted access signs around the sports facilities.
Off leash in dog park; leash elsewhereExplore this place ↗Outdoors · North Port
Canine Club Dog Park
Separate large and small dog areas offer space to play in North Port. Shade structures, agility equipment and cooling stations round out the visit.
Off leash in designated dog areasExplore this place ↗Outdoors · North Port
Blue Heron Park
Native trees and walking trails surround separate dog areas for small and larger dogs. A pavilion and bathing faucet offer a place to pause after play.
Off leash in dog parks; leash on trailsExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Englewood
Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Paw Park
An Englewood destination for supervised play in a fenced dog area. The surrounding regional park also has designated areas for leashed dogs.
Off leash in paw park; leash elsewhereExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Englewood
Oyster Creek Environmental Park
Explore pine flatwoods and the creek landscape on a leashed nature walk. Check current access before setting out: storm recovery work can affect boardwalks and piers.
Leash requiredExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Englewood
Ainger Creek Trails
Unpaved trails offer an Englewood nature outing with your dog on leash. The trail network also welcomes equestrians, so leave room when passing.
Leash requiredExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Nokomis
Nokomis Community Park
Paved and unpaved paths make this a useful starting point for a Nokomis walk. Dogs are welcome on leash in designated areas of the community park.
Leash requiredExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Nokomis
Nokomis Riverview Park
A compact waterfront starting point with access to The Legacy Trail. Follow the paved route with your dog on leash and share the path with cyclists.
Leash requiredExplore this place ↗Outdoors · Sarasota
Red Bug Slough Preserve
Paved and unpaved trails offer a nature break in Sarasota. Dogs are welcome on leash; stay on designated paths around the preserve habitat.
Leash requiredExplore this place ↗Dining · Venice
The Old Salty Dog · Venice
Casual food and outdoor seating by the south bridge. Ask the host for a dog-friendly outdoor table before settling in.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
The Old Salty Dog · City Island
A waterfront stop on City Island with outdoor seating. Plan a relaxed meal with your dog beside you in the permitted outdoor area.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
The Old Salty Dog · Siesta Key
The Siesta Key village location offers a casual outdoor dining stop. Confirm a suitable table with the team when bringing your dog.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Venice
Dockside Waterfront Grill
A waterfront patio at Fisherman’s Wharf Marina. The restaurant explicitly welcomes leashed dogs on its patio under its doggie dining conditions.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Venice
Blu Island Bistro
A Venice breakfast and lunch stop with outdoor seating. Request a dog-friendly patio table for your meal.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Venice
3 Bridges Brewing
A Venice brewery with food and a beer garden. Check with the team about the current outdoor dog seating arrangements.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Owen’s Fish Camp
A Burns Court seafood stop with a backyard setting. Ask which outdoor areas welcome your dog before joining the wait.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Lefty’s Oyster & Seafood Bar
A downtown seafood restaurant with a shaded outdoor patio. Its dog-friendly setting is listed in Visit Sarasota’s local guide.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Patricks 1481
A Main Street restaurant with sidewalk seating. Request an outdoor dog-friendly table for a pause during a downtown walk.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Mattison’s City Grille
An outdoor dining stop in downtown Sarasota. Confirm the available dog-friendly seating with the host before your visit.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
C’est La Vie · Sarasota
A French café and bistro with sidewalk seating on Main Street. Ask for a permitted outdoor table when visiting with your dog.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Clasico Italian Chophouse
A downtown dining option with sidewalk seating. Keep your dog beside your table and check seating arrangements with staff.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
99 Bottles Taproom & Bottle Shop
A downtown taproom and bottle shop. Visit Sarasota lists its outdoor seating among the city’s dog-friendly dining options.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Big Top Brewing
A brewery and restaurant with an outdoor gathering area. Ask the team where to sit with your dog on arrival.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Sun Garden Cafe
A Siesta Key café with a garden dining setting. Confirm a dog-friendly outdoor table for your breakfast or lunch.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
The Cottage · Siesta Key
A Siesta Key village restaurant with two outdoor patios. Ask the host which patio tables accommodate dogs.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
O’Leary’s Tiki Bar & Grill
An open-air dining stop by Sarasota Bay. Pair a leashed Bayfront stroll with a dog-friendly outdoor table.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Dining · Sarasota
Bevardi’s Salute!
An Italian restaurant with an outdoor garden terrace. Its tourism listing identifies it as pet-friendly; ask staff for a suitable table.
Leashed dogs in outdoor dining areasExplore this place ↗Pet care · Venice
Rain Dogs Pet Grooming
A Venice grooming salon offering dog and cat grooming. Contact the salon to discuss your dog’s coat, handling needs and appointment availability.
Contact salon for appointmentsExplore this place ↗Pet care · Sarasota
Wet Noses Sarasota
A downtown grooming boutique for a fresh coat and pet supplies. Contact the business for grooming availability and the right service for your dog.
Contact salon for appointmentsExplore this place ↗Pet care · Sarasota
Woof Gang · Cattlemen
A neighborhood grooming salon and pet store. Browse pet treats and supplies, or contact the team to arrange a grooming appointment.
Book grooming with the storeExplore this place ↗Pet care · Sarasota
Woof Gang · Sarasota
A Sarasota pet shop with grooming services and food supplies. Ask the store about available appointments and services for your dog.
Book grooming with the storeExplore this place ↗Pet care · Englewood
Called To Groom
A home grooming service focused on dogs under 40 pounds. Weekday appointments provide individual care; the location is shared after booking.
Weekdays by appointment onlyExplore this place ↗Pet care · North Port
Pet Supplies Plus · North Port
A local stop for pet food and everyday supplies. Contact the store for current product availability and grooming options.
Confirm pet visit arrangements with storeExplore this place ↗A good visit starts with a little planning.
Check the linked official page for current hours, access and dog rules. Outdoor dining policies can change; ask for a dog-friendly table before you arrive. Listings are independent local resources.
Information checked October 4, 2026. Category photos are illustrative.