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Places I take my dog to get Socialized
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Nancy Merkle
There are so many places that welcome dogs, but these are some of my favorites. It is good for socializing and getting out of the house.
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Tacoma, Washington
 
Bend, Oregon

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Make sure your dog is leashed and well behaved. Call ahead to confirm policies as often it is at the manager's discretion. 

 
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Many Home Depot Stores allow leashed dogs. Call ahead or be ready for a short trip. Manager’s descretion.
The Home Depot
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Pet friendly except in restaurants and coffee shops within the store. Affiliate link
Fishing Gear & Tackle | Rods, Reels & Baits | Bass Pro Shops
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Your well- trained pup will be welcomed here. Affiliate link
Petco: Pet Supplies, Pet Food, & Pet Products
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Good behavior is always appreciated.
Pet Supplies, Accessories, and Pet Food - Pet Stores | PetSmart
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Many Lowe’s stores allow leashed dogs; call ahead. Affiliate link
Lowe's Home Improvement
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Take your pup and shop for your favorite hobby. Most stores are pet friendly. Affiliate link
Michaels Craft Supplies and DIY Hobbies
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Make sure your dog is leashed and enjoy your shopping trip.
Ross Dress For Less
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Take your pup on a shopping spree! Affiliate link
Petco: Pet Supplies, Pet Food, & Pet Products
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Tacoma, Washington

These are the places in Tacoma where I have visited with my dog.

 
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E9 Pub has an outdoor patio where pups are always welcome
E9 FirehouseEngine House No. 9
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Puppies are welcome on the covered, heated, outdoor patio.
Hanks Pizza and Beer
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Beverages only with your leashed pup on the outdoor patio.
Parkway Tavern
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Wonderful dog park for your pup to socialize and have fun.
Point Defiance Off-Leash Area
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A museum where your leashed pup is welcome.
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
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Huge 22 acre off-leash park with trails and lots of fun!
Off-Leash Dog Park - City of Lakewood
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Bend, Oregon

 
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One of my favorite places for dinner, a snack, or a beer tasting, Pups are welcome on the outdoor patio. Keep them on a leash of course.
West Bend, OR – 10 Barrel Brewing Co.
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Always a fun place. Pups allowed outside on a leash.
Crux Fermentation Project | Craft Brewery in Bend, OR
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Great dog friendly short term rental with dog friendly policies. We always stay here when visiting Bend.
Home in Bend · ★4.92 · 3 bedrooms · 3 beds · 2.5 baths
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Great off leash dog park in this Bend city park
Pine Nursery Park - Bend Park and Recreation District
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This truly is the best off-leash dog park in Bend. It connects to the Deschutes National Forest so you can hike with your dog friends on acres of forest land.
The Best Dog Park in Bend, Oregon
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More fun for pups—lots of space to run!
Big Sky Park & Luke Damon Sports Complex - Bend Park and Recreation District
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