WELCOMING YOU & YOUR DOG TO OUR COMMUNITY

Building stronger bonds between dogs & their owners in dog-friendly communities. 

Whether it’s sipping pinot with your pup, or getting to know your favourite route for walkies, Dog Friendly KW is your local hub for dog-friendly events, information and community.

Check out our Community Guides, podcast or dog-friendly transit resource to learn more about how you and your dog can spend more quality time together. 

We have something for everyone who wants to engage safely with their doggo & live your best life together in community.

ABOUT

Creating more inclusive and safe dog-friendly communities through fun events & education.

Dog Friendly KW is a non-profit organization of passionate dog owners who want to create inclusive dog-friendly communities across Canada through education, community events & accessible resources - No matter the breed.

(Your dog wants to know.) 

COMMUNITY & EDUCATION 

Strong bonds between human & dog - Breed inclusive. 

We want you to feel welcome, safe & well-resourced, so you don’t always have to leave your dog at home to hang with us. Our goal is to create an inclusive community for you and your dog through our Community Guides. These resources will help you find dog-friendly businesses that welcome you and your pup around KW. 

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DOG-FRIENDLY EVENTS

DOG FRIENDLY WINE PASSPORT

Pups & Pinot

Our favourite summer initiative is here: Pups & Pinot - Our self-guided winery passport where you can enjoy your fav sips of vino on the patio with your pooch. 

Imagine drinking a pinot on a patio with your pup this summer at picturesque wineries across Ontario. Explore what Ontario’s wine regions have to offer for you and your pup. 

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EVENTS

Safe and inclusive dog-friendly events

Join us for a staple annual block party like the Howloween Pooch Party featuring thousands of adorable pups in costumes, or maybe doing pilates poses with your pooch is more your cup of tea. We host thoughtfully organized events of all sizes throughout the year that focus on creating engaging, fun and safe activities for humans & dogs. - Grabbing our leash now!

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PODCAST

Podcasts about your Pup? Say no more… 

Listen to our pod where we dive into interesting or controversial dog topics to offer new perspectives, support our local dog community and to spread the joy of dogs. Learn more about our podcast!

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Want to give back to your pack? 

Dog Friendly KW is a non-profit organization that relies on volunteers. We are always looking for more dog lovers to join our team & hang out in the community. 

Ready to join us?

(Your dog says yes!)

HOW WE WORK

Whether you’re here to sip wine with your pup, become a volunteer or you’re looking for dog-related resources, we have something for everyone.  

Here’s how you can join us in expanding the dog-friendly community in KW:

  1. Come to our next Event

  2. Become a Volunteer

  3. Listen to our Podcast