Dogs have been called “Man’s Best Friend” for a long time, and we love spending time with them: playing fetch, going on walks, or just enjoying each other’s company. So, it makes sense that we want to take them with us wherever we go! Luckily for any resident of Hyde Park, there are lots of dog-friendly spaces around the neighborhood where you can hang out with your perfect pooch!
JACKSON BARK
6000 S LAKE SHORE DR.
It goes without saying that Hyde Park’s resident dog park is a great place to take your pet. Jackson Bark is a community dog park named after the human park right next door, Jackson Park. Jackson Bark was the first dog park on the South Side, and it’s the largest enclosed park in the city as it was built from four unused tennis courts. The park’s amenities, including seating, trash cans, baggie dispensers, canine platforms, A-frames, and teeter-totters are built from recycled materials, making the whole place planet-friendly, too!
From Bark and Bubbles’ Yelp Page
BARK AND BUBBLES DOGGY DAY SPA
1433 E. HYDE PARK BLVD.
Not only is Bark and Bubbles Doggy Day Spa in Hyde Park, but they are attached to Ivy at Piccadilly! Pamper your pup with professional grooming or bring your pet in to use their self-serve bath. They even have an app for easy bookings directly from your phone.
Image from Sprocket and Stone
SPROCKET AND STONE
1013 E. 53RD ST.
Hyde Park’s friendly neighborhood canine boutique, Sprocket & Stone is a pet shop that specializes in all things furry, from organic dog and cat foods to all-natural treats, gear, toys, and more. Plus, Sprocket and Stone are part of our Resident Keychain Program, so our residents get a special perk!
So there are four great places in Hyde Park to hang out with your pup! Whether you’re looking for food, drinks, or nature, there’s something for you.
Image from Hyde Bark Dog Walking Website
HYDE BARK DOG WALKING
5508 S. LAKE PARK AVE.
Life gets hectic, and sometimes, busy Hyde Parkers need a trusted partner to help taking Fido for a walk here and there. Insert Hyde Bark Dog Walking, a local staple since 2015. Their south side-based team cares for over 150 pets each day, so they are true experts! Ivy residents also get a special perk for using Hyde Bark for their dog walking needs, too. We anxiously await the opening of their brick-and-mortar location, just steps from Ivy Villas.
Image from A Paw Place Website
A PAW PLACE
1457 E. 53RD ST.
In 2020, 10% of Americans adopted a pet. Adding a new member to the family means getting them acclimated to your lifestyle. Luckily, A Paw Place, located right down the block from Ivy at Blackstone, provides enrichment training in addition to many other services. They host six-week sessions for puppies and their owners/families to learn obedience basics. A Paw Place also offers assistance for pets with separation anxiety, resource guarding, and other behaviors like polite leash walking.
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