If you’re a pet-lover, you may be wondering about the best places to get your dog active or some quality time with other pups while you’re off doing human things. With plenty of places to do both in Jacksonville, we’re curated a list of the most popular options around the city.

BrewHound Dog Park
One of the most popular dog parks in Jacksonville, BrewHound is well-known for their large turf facility where the dogs can roam and play. They have “Ruffarees” who monitor the dogs’ socializing, a large water fountain for dogs to splash around, tubs filled with water for the dogs to cool off and drinks for the humans. Everyone raves about the beer and coffee selection. Occasionally, they have live music and food trucks, too. And they offer price options for daily, monthly or yearly visits ($9 per day and about $250 per year). BrewHound is definitely one of the best options for both dog and human entertainment. Tues – Sun. 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. BrewHound Dog Park: 1848 Kings Circle South, Neptune Beach, FL; brew-hound.com // @brewhounddogparkbark. 

Camp Bow Wow
Dog boarding, daycare, training and grooming — Camp Bow Wow has it all. With large climate-controlled play yards, your dog can run around all day, while you spy on them through the Camp Bow Wow dog cams. And to ensure the safety of your furry friend, they have counselors that are certified in pet-first aid and CPR on the scene. Owner, Michelle Hudson said, “Essentially, what makes us different from other places, is that our boarding is all-inclusive and we don’t tack on fees for extra things. Along with that, too, we do have cameras in the yard at all times so that you can see your dog playing. We have everyone certified as a kennel technician and trainers on staff. We also offer an interview process where the dog gets a free day of dog daycare to see how they interact with the other dogs.” If you are considering taking your dog to Camp Bow Wow it’s $26 for a full day to play, the half days are up to 5 hours of care and are $18 and boarding overnight is $40 a night for one dog. And, as an added perk, your dogs get free baths if they stay for over 6 days, too. Camp Bow Wow: 8505 Baymeadows Rd., Jacksonville, FL; campbowwow.com // @campbowwow

Davis Park
A lot of folks have not heard of Davis Park or that it includes a dog park. The complex offers lots of outdoor space for locals in the area, with plenty of turf fields for football and soccer, as well as baseball and softball fields. Davis typically has both a lot of human and dog activity, with sporting events going on most days. There are also two dog parks: one for big dogs and one for small dogs, in case you aren’t comfortable with your little pal socializing with larger dogs. Both parks include large grassy areas with ponds for swimming in the middle. And this dog park is completely free and equipped with a dog washing station close, which makes it a favorite for many, and has a dog washing station close by to make the trip home hassle-free. 6:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. David Park: 210 Davis Park Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; @DavisPark

Happy Hound Dog Resorts
Happy Hound now has two downtown Jacksonville locations, both on Beach Blvd. The resorts offer 38+ luxury boarding suites,  upgraded VIP suites, inside and outside dog daycare, walk-in or appointment grooming and dog training. And if you have more than two dogs in your family, there may be an opportunity to upgrade your pups into a VIP room, at no additional cost. “We never break up families of pets,” is their motto. They are also committed to offering affordable pricing, including during the holidays. New dogs have a free day of dog daycare, and there is also a “try me out” option for four hours of play for $19. Happy Hound Dog Resorts: 4603 Shirley Ave., Jacksonville, FL + Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL; happyhounddogresorts.com // @happyhounddogresorts

Dogwood Park of Jacksonville
Off of Salisbury Rd, the Dogwood Park of Jacksonville is the city’s largest dog park. With 42 acres of fenced area, the dogs have plenty of room to play, swim and hike with your their favorite humans. Other features include designated small dog areas and lighted areas for after dark visits. They also give you the option to wash your dogs, post play, in warm tubs inside their offices, and make bath items available for purchase. The price for visitor admission is $11 for the first dog and $1.25 for each additional dog. If you have a particularly energetic dog, this is a great spot. 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Dogwood Park of Jacksonville: Dogwood Park of Jacksonville: 7407 Salisbury Rd., Jacksonville, FL; jaxdogs.com // @dogwoodparkjax

Jacksonville has many dog-loving citizens, so it is no surprise that there are plenty of places that share the love for your dogs. With locations all around town and different price ranges, find the one that fits your pup’s needs.