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Pet Friendly Naperville
Naperville, IL is an adorable town 28 miles west of Chicago and is also the fourth largest city in Illinois. Naperville is not only home to its large population, but home to many pets! Along with residential areas, Naperville is home to vast areas of parks and prairies making Naperville a great place for your dog. We have compiled our favorite places in Naperville to walk, run, shop and dine with your dog.
Naperville, IL is an adorable town 28 miles west of Chicago and is also the fourth largest city in Illinois. Naperville is not only home to its large population, but home to many pets! Along with residential areas, Naperville is home to vast areas of parks and prairies making Naperville a great place for your dog. We have compiled our favorite places in Naperville to walk, run, shop and dine with your dog.
Springbrook Prairie Dog Park
The almost 1,900 acre forest preserve is not only a birder’s paradise but also offers an off-leash dog park along with trails to hike and run with your dog. There are limestone paths throughout the preserve that will give you and your pup miles of sniffing and enjoying the summer blooms. Pets are not allowed on the mowed grass paths, and your pup must remain on a leash while on the trails. While strolling with your dog, watch out for pet parents on horseback! Springbrook Forest Preserve also welcomes your horse on all it’s limestone. The off-leash dog area is fully fenced in to give you and your pup the space to play and explore. You do need a Forest Preserve Permit to use the dog park and you must adhere to all rules, which can be found here. The Forest Preserve and Dog Park are open seven days a week from dawn to dusk. Please note the off- leash dog area is closed Thursday mornings for routine maintenance and cleaning.
https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/springbrook-prairie
Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar
Plan a dinner or lunch date with your dog at Lazy Dog! Dogs are welcome on the patio AND they have a menu just for your pup. Their Dog Bowls can be ordered for dine in or take out and your dog has the choice of chicken or beef. My dog knows when we say Lazy Dog or spell it out for that matter, that she is getting a special dinner. They also offer the cutest TV dinner style togo meals for humans.
https://www.lazydogrestaurants.com/
Wag ‘N Paddle
Wag ‘N Paddle is a great place to have fun and bond with your dog. They offer private swim time in their indoor swimming pools along with a 12,000 square foot indoor dog park. They also offer boarding, day care, training and space for private events. As a pet owner you are encouraged to join your pup for play and swims, but Wag ‘N Paddle always has trained staff available to make sure all pups and pup parents are on their best behavior. Before your dog can enjoy all the fun activities at Wag ‘N Paddle, they must go through a temperament evaluation to not only keep your pup safe, but all the dogs that come to play. Wag ‘N Paddle offers monthly memberships and pool passes on their website.
https://wagnpaddle.com/
Two Bostons
Two Bostons is a go to pet store offering in-store shopping, curbside pick up and delivery of your pup’s favorite foods and treats. They offer all natural foods and treats for your canine and feline family members. They also offer pet nutrition counseling to help your four legged family member get the nutrition they need to thrive.
https://twobostons.com/
Green Valley Forest Preserve
With almost 1,400 acres of preserve, Green Valley offers a great scenic place to stroll with your dog. May through October, you are able to see the skyline of Chicago from the 190 foot tall overlook. Green Valley has over 12 miles of marked trails along with an off-leash dog area. Green Valley’s off-leash dog area is over 16 acres and what we love best about this dog park is it offers separate areas for large and small dogs. You do need a Forest Preserve Permit to use the dog park and you must adhere to all rules, which can be found here. The Forest Preserve and Dog Park are open seven days a week from dawn to dusk. Please note the off- leash dog area is closed Wednesday mornings for routine maintenance and cleaning.
https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/greene-valley
The Pet Lady, Ltd. is proud to have served the Naperville community for the past 30 years. We would love to meet your pet! CLICK HERE to get started with dog walks and pet care from The Pet Lady!
4 Great Places to Hike With Your Pup in the Chicagoland Area
If you are like me, you want to spend as much time with your dog as you can. I love to hike and Sassy, my Beagle/Jack Russel mix, loves to smell and combining them makes for a fun outing the both of us can enjoy. Here is a list of some places near the Chicagoland Area you can hike with your dog.
If you are like me, you want to spend as much time with your dog as you can. I love to hike and Sassy, my Beagle/Jack Russel mix, loves to smell and combining them makes for a fun outing the both of us can enjoy. Here is a list of some places near the Chicagoland Area you can hike with your dog.
Starved Rock State Park
Ogelsby, IL
Starved Rock State Park is located in LaSalle County along the Illinois River. There are thirteen miles of hiking trails within the park and all are well marked and most are out and back so you can turn around at any time. All paths are accessible for dogs and there are places for your pup to splash in the canyon pools. While hiking within the state parks all dogs must be leashed at all times. Starved Rock can get busy during the warmer months, so if you are available for mid-week trips I would highly suggest doing so. Access to park and trails is free!
Waterfall Glen
Darien, IL
Waterfall Glen is located in southern DuPage Country. With 11 miles of trails with waterfalls and bluffs, Waterfall Glen offers a hilly terrain great for hiking, biking or selfies with your pup! This is also a favorite spot in the winter for cross country skiers and winter walks. There are 4 trails mapped out at the preserve, but there are lots of other trails that veer off the beaten path, but are not mapped. Best part, no entry fees!
https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/waterfall-glen
Schweitzer Woods
West Dundee, IL
Schweitzer Woods has over 5 acres of trails. This is also an approved off leash preserve, there are rules that must be followed, but within the boundaries your pup can explore! The property has oak forests, crop land, hay meadows and marshes. A beautiful Edwardian house and matching dog kennel are situated in the southeast corner of the property.
Buffalo Creek
Long Grove, IL
This preserve offers 5.5 miles of gravel trails for walking, biking and cross-country skiing. Trails run through open areas within the preserve, crossing several creeks, great view of the reservoir and through a restored prairie. Dogs must be leashed along all trails but there is an off-leash area for you pup. Permits are required for the off-leash dog park, but if you want to take your pup on a nice leashed walk, there are no fees to visit this preserve.
https://www.lcfpd.org/buffalo-creek/
We know getting out in nature with your dog is important to all dog owners! We also understand it can be tough with work and responsibilities - that is where The Pet Lady can help! We would love to hit the pavement with your pup and explore our neighborhood! If you live in Elmhurst, Villa Park, Lombard or Naperville - CLICK HERE to get started with dog walks from The Pet Lady.