Dog-friendly Paris: the complete guide

If your dog is coming along to Paris, start here. We have mapped 0 off-leash dog parks and 0 dog-welcome eateries in and around town, plus vets, pet shops and any pet-related events coming up. Paris sits in France, and like most places here, the unwritten rule is simple: well-behaved dogs are welcome in far more places than the signs suggest -- but always confirm before you assume.

Quick snapshot: 0 off-leash dog parks, 0 dog-friendly places to eat, 0 veterinary clinics, 0 pet stores, 4 upcoming pet-related events.

Off-leash areas

No dedicated off-leash park tagged in Paris so far. That is usually a mapping gap, not a real one: pet shops and vet clinics know the informal spots.

In the meantime, the dog walking guide covers parks and routes where leashed dogs are welcome.

Upcoming pet events

Pet-related events listed in Paris -- adoption days, pet expos and similar. Dates change, so confirm with the organizer.

Ramona Horvath invite Lisa Cat-Berro, Femmages au 38Riv Jazz Club JSS26 — 2026-10-12 at 38Riv Jazz Club
SOLAXIS | Lisa Cat-Berro — 2026-10-21 at Studio de l'Ermitage
APÉRO VÉNÉZUÉLIEN À LA CAT’CHAPA by ENJOY! Paris — 2026-10-28 at Cat'chapa Crêpes Galettes & Cachapas Focaccia
Halloween Extravaganza: Bats, Books, and Black Cats Bash! (ages 5+) (Ticketed Event) — 2026-10-31 at The American Library in Paris

Ask a local: the staff at pet stores and vet clinics know the real picture -- the unofficial off-leash spots, the patios that actually like dogs, the trails to skip in tick season. A two-minute conversation beats an hour of searching.

Good to know before you go

Vaccinations and tags. Keep proof of rabies vaccination handy; some parks and all kennels ask for it.
Leash laws. Outside designated off-leash areas, assume dogs must be leashed.
Heat. If you are visiting in summer, walk early or late and test pavement with your hand; if it is too hot for you, it is too hot for paws.
Vet backup. Save the number of the nearest clinic below in your phone before you need it.

Frequently asked questions

What should I pack for a dog trip to Paris?

Leash, long line, water and bowl, poop bags, a towel, and your dog's vaccination proof. If you are staying over, add their usual food -- switching brands mid-trip is asking for trouble.

Can I bring my dog to restaurants in Paris?

0 restaurants and cafés around Paris are tagged as welcoming dogs, usually on patios. Indoor policies vary -- call ahead.

Where can my dog run off-leash in Paris?

No dedicated off-leash park is mapped in Paris yet -- see the walking guide for leashed options.

Is there a vet in Paris if my dog gets sick?

We have not mapped a clinic in Paris yet; search the nearest larger town and save the number before you travel.

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