Like humans, dogs need to socialize and exercise often. Dog parks provide a great environment for our furry friends to do so.
Not only are dog parks great for dogs but humans as well.
In collaboration with Pet Friendly, Puerto Rico’s pioneer movement that fosters a culture of pet acceptance on the island, we created a list of 10 dog parks where our furry friends can have a good time.
Here are the 10 Best Dog Parks in Puerto Rico
- Luis Muñoz Marín Park
- Hatillo Pet Park
- Arterial Hostos Dog Park
- Barceloneta Pet Park
- Condado Pet Park
- Arecibo Animal Lover’s Park (Temporarily Closed)
- Centro de Varona
- Pachamama Nature Park
- Metro Plaza Pet Park
- University Villa Park – Grassroots Dog Park
Luis Muñoz Marín Park
📍Jesús T. Piñero Ave., San Juan
💵 $2 per person; $1 per dog
💦 Water fountain available inside the park
Hatillo Pet Park
📍Complejo Deportivo Francisco Pancho Deida Mendez, Hatillo
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Bring freshwater
Arterial Hostos Dog Park
📍Avenida Arterial de Hostos, San Juan
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Bring freshwater
Barceloneta Pet Park
📍PR-681 Km 21.8, Barceloneta
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Bring freshwater
Condado Pet Park
📍1207 Luchetti St. #1211, San Juan
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Water fountain available
Arecibo Animal Lover’s Park (Temporarily Closed)
📍460 Av. Rafael Rivera Aulet, Arecibo
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Bring freshwater
Centro de Varona
📍16 C. de Varona, Guaynabo
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Water available around the area
Pachamama Nature Park
📍Carr 119, Cam Los Méndez km 73.1, San Germán
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Bring freshwater
☎️ Reservations required
Metro Plaza Pet Park
📍Metro Plaza Towers, #303, San Juan
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Bring freshwater
University Villa Park – Grassroots Dog Park
📍215 Cll Fordham, San Juan
💵 Free Parking & Entrance
💦 Bring freshwater
Dog Park Checklist
To ensure your dog has a great time, Pet Friendly recommends owners bring the following items when visiting dog parks.
- Freshwater
- Collar
- Leash
- Waste bags
- Dog ID
- Toys
- Treats
Future of Dog Parks in Puerto Rico
According to Ayuda Legal Puerto Rico, “two out of three homes have pets”. It took us by surprise to find only 10 dog parks in Puerto Rico considering the number of people who own pets.
However, there is hope for dogs on the island. “Pet Friendly is currently collaborating with senators for budget approval to build parks for pets in every municipality”, said Sylvia Bedrosian, founder, and owner of Pet Friendly.
