Pet Friendly Beaches in Florida…

Some of the best pet friendly beaches can be found here. Many of our beautiful beaches are also dog beaches and are meant to be enjoyed by man and pooch alike.

In the Panhandle:
You and your pooch will love the beaches of Cape San Blas. This amazing stretch of beach separating St. Joseph Bay and the Gulf of Mexico is a true out of the way slice of paradise.

Cape Palms Park and Salinas Park are just a few of many fantastic dog friendly parks in the area. There are picnic tables, pavilions, playgrounds, showers, grills and even horseback riding. Boardwalks and observation decks are great for viewing the scrub oaks, sand dunes, and wildlife. There are many rental options for pet owners too. What a great place to take your “whole” family on vacation. And while your there, check out Indian Pass and Port St. Joe, more dog beach heaven!

Please note; even though pets are very welcome in Gulf County, pets are not allowed on the beach at St. Joseph Peninsula Sate Park. They are allowed in certain areas of the park. You can read more about the rules at www.floridastateparks.org.

On the West Coast:
Ft. DeSoto Park in Tierra Verde (near St. Pete Beach) tops my list for dog friendly beaches. This 1136 acre park was voted #1 Beach in 2005 by Dr. Beach. The Paw Playground has a 4 acre green fenced area with a separate entrance for small and large dogs. The park also offers Continue reading »

Finding Dog Beaches in Florida!

Florida dog beaches can found everywhere, sometimes when you’re not even looking.

It goes something like this…
Hubby and I are on the beach, soaking up the sights and sounds. Beachcombers are searching for that perfect shell, sandpipers are scurrying on the shore in search of their next meal, and surfers are trying to catch the perfect wave.

And then it happens… a tiny, cute little fur ball appears right in front of us. As she slides down a mountain of sand to get to the beach, we both let out one big Awwwe! At that moment I realize, I have found another dog friendly beach in Florida!

And that cute little beach babe was Muffin. As you can see she is lovin’ the beach life!

You’re probably asking by now, where is this Continue reading »