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The Top 10 Things Every Dog Owner In Dubai Needs To Know
It’s International Dog Day, so today is the day you can go OTT on pet treats and no one can say a thing about it.
Call a spade a spade, Dubai is not a ‘dog city’ but there are still countless ways to treat your dog in Dubai and also some hidden gems all dog-owners should know about.
Here are the top 10 things every dog owner in Dubai needs to know
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10. Your doggo questions answered at the touch of a button – useful Facebook groups
Try ‘Dogs in Dubai‘ – A 27k strong group which shares over 10 posts a day. If you need advice about being a pet-parent, if you’re considering adopting a dog here in Dubai, or looking for a good vet in your location, this is your go-to.
9. Taking the doggy bag to another level: RuffpawzDXB
A brand new concept, Ruffpawz is a monthly subscription bag full of doggy toys, cookies and treats that gets delivered to your home. The bag also includes a monthly supply of poo bags (keep these streets clean!) and by committing you’ll be joining a community of dog lovers. Soon, Ruffpawz will offer info on restos that allow dogs, grooming, vets and boarding info.
More info here
8. Bond with your pooch during training
A fun way to bond your pooch, you’ll learn to understand them better and vice versa! If you’re looking for paw-fect behaviour check out Petsville for leaders in pet training where your doggo can learn everything from agility and scent work to aggression control.
More info here
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7. Dubai is filled with brilliant daycare options
Leaving your dog to fend for themselves while you work could put you off adopting a dog, however, the day care options in Dubai are second-to-none.
Fetch Dubai is ‘not just a kennel’ They’ve got balls, bubbles, movies, group activities and even training and report cards!
Or try Spot , a chain well-known in New York, the Dubai edition has a huggggeee outdoor play area.
For tip-top grooming, try Barkingham Palace DubaiÂ
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6. Find a pet-friendly breakfast or lunch spot
You want to spend hours enjoying (actual) brunch at the weekend, but how could you do it with your doggo sitting at home.
Social Company, Lowe, SingleFinn, Arrows and Sparrows, Irish Village and so many more welcome our four-legged friends.
Read: The Top 10 Pet-Friendly Places In Dubai Right Now
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5. Find one of Dubai’s most luxurious ‘pet resorts’ and go for a doggy swim
MySecondHome has an indoor dog park, both indoor and outdoor pools, grooming and boarding options, perfect for daycare, or if you’re going on your holi-bops.
One resident had only amazing things to say about the facility;
“My Second Home has literally saved both my dogs here in Dubai. It has enhanced the quality of their lives immeasurably and as a result, improved the quality of mine too. Go and speak to the team there. Ask for Sean, Sue, Kerry or Vaughn.”
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4. Try healthy doggo ice cream: Hugo and Celine
Everyone can have a ruff day – pooch treats are the best!
Dog ice cream is a thing and it’s the best. Find a brand that’s organic, lactose-free and sugar-free like Hugo and Celine. With flavours like ‘lickin’ liver’ and ‘slick salmon’, these will be your dog’s fave treat in no time!
More info here
3. Be the most stylish dog at daycare: Shop at Howl & Growl
Howl & Growl is Dubai’s first luxury boutique for pets and the accessories here are too adorable.
With everything from doggy beds and doggy bows, to bandanas, collars and luxury spray, this is doggy shopping on a whole other level.
Find Howl & Growl here
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2. Do a doggo staycay: W Dubai – The Palm
Not all hotels in Dubai are dog-friendly, so the ones that are are truly worth a visit. This is one of the Palm’s most contemporary hotels, book in a weekend here and allow your doggo to roam free!
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1. Go and play in a dog-friendly park: Burj Park by Emaar
Few parks in Dubai are dog-friendly, but Burj Park Downtown by Emaar is a handy open park where dogs can roam free!
Alternatively, My Second Home and Petsville both have open green spaces too.
Unfortunately, most beaches in the UAE don’t allow dogs, but take a trip to Kite Beach in UAQ is well worth it for a day of doggo freedom.
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