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Washington Dog Parks

Historic Congressional Cemetery Dog Walking
18th and E and Potomac St, Washington, DC
Note: Cemetery Dog Rules include all dogs must be licensed, no throw toys or balls, attend an orientation meeting to get a dog tag, and a fee. The Cemetery wants to allow for dogs but also be respectful to the lands other uses; the fees go towards maintaining the grounds at the cemetery

Kingsman Field Dog Park
13th and D Streets, Washington, DC
Note: Fenced dog Park

Newark Street Dog Park
39th and Newark Streets, NW off Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC
Note: Fenced dog Park

S and T Street Dog Park
17th and S Streets, NW, Washington, DC
Note: This dog park is getting astroturf, drinking fountains, trees, and benches. So this has been an unofficial dog meeting place for years but now it has permission to be a legal fenced dog park in the Borderstan neighborhood.

Walter Pierce Dog Park
1967 Calvert St. NW in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC
Note: Fenced dog Park

Pet Clinics in Washington, DC

City Paws Animal Hospital

1823 14th Street, N.W, Washington, DC
PH: (202) 232-7297

Collins Animal Hospital

1808 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC
PH: (202) 659-8830

Dupont Veterinary Clinic

2022 P Street, NW, Washington, DC
PH: (202) 466-2211

Friendship Hospital-Animals

4105 Brandywine St NW, Washington, DC
PH: (202) 363-7300

Georgetown Veterinary Hospital

2916 M Street NW, Washington, DC
PH: (202) 333-2140

Union Veterinary Clinic

609 2nd St NE, Washington, DC
PH: (202) 544-2500

VCA MacArthur Animal Hospital

4832 MacArthur Blvd. N.W., Washington, DC
PH: (202) 337-0120

Washington Pet Shelters

Washington Humane Society

We operate the only open-access shelter in the region and offer an array of dynamic programs and services; providing comfort and care to nearly 30,000 animals each year all made possible through your support.

Contact:
1201 New York Avenue, NE, Washington, DC
(202) 576-6664 (Phone)

Pet Friendly Hotels Washington, DC

A trip to Washington, D.C. is one that many United States citizens want to embark on, simply because not only is it the nation's capital, but it's also the site of so many historic landmarks. When traveling to the city with our beloved pets, we should take certain precautions to make sure that they also enjoy the trip.

Finding a hotel in Washington, D.C. that not only allows pets but also appreciates them means understanding the difference between 'pet-tolerant' and 'pet-friendly'. Some hotels simply allow you to bring your pet into the room, while others offer doggie day-care, gourmet dog biscuits with turn-down service and place mats complete with water and food bowls. Some D.C. hotels offer grooming service.
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D.C. is also known for hotels with smaller rooms and that means you should understand exactly what makes the room good for your pet. Some hotels in D.C. will charge a one-time fee for you to bring your pet along. You should also be aware that some hotels in the city will allow smaller dogs but not larger dogs. You'll also want to be clear as to exactly how the hotel defines 'larger' dogs.

Of course, walking around the city has it's own issues, since the traffic is extremely heavy and you must pay special attention to the cars around you at all times. Unless your pet is used to these kinds of environments, it's imperative that you keep a sharp eye out for sudden traffic changes. By preparing ahead of time and staying in the right location, both you and your pet will enjoy one of the best travel destinations in the country.
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