Bringing your furry companion along? Chattanooga is one of Tennessee’s most pet-friendly cities. You’ll find dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, trails, parks, and even a ghost tour that welcomes pups! It’s a city where you can relax, explore, and enjoy every experience alongside your fur baby.

Dog-Friendly Hotels and Boarding

When it comes to dog-friendly hotels, Chattanooga rolls out the red carpet. The Crash Pad is ideal for dogs and their adventure-loving humans, offering wallet-friendly stays that include cozy hostel bunks and the aptly named Hemingway Suite. Pups at The Read House are greeted with bowls and their own cozy bed so they can settle in just like you. The Hotel Chalet at the Choo Choo even has pet-friendly Pullman-style train car rooms and a courtyard where dogs can play. You can also take your sweet pup to Nooga Paws for a groom at one of their self-wash stations and a fresh treat from their onsite pup bakery! 

If you’re heading somewhere that doesn’t allow dogs, you’ll find reliable dog boarding options, too. Camp Bow Wow offers boarding and daycare with fenced-in play zones, toys, and grooming services. 

Dining with Your Dog

Some of Chattanooga’s best restaurants feel like they were made for dogs. Basecamp, Feed Co. Table & Tavern, and State of Confusion all have big patios where dogs are greeted with a bowl of cold water before you even sit down. And over at the Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery, you can enjoy a tasting with your pup at your side.

Doggy Day Out

There’s no shortage of parks, dog trails and green space in Chattanooga. The Tennessee Riverwalk follows the river through the city and is perfect for a long walk or jog. At Reflection Riding Arboretum, dogs can explore over 15 miles of trails through forest, fields, and wildflowers.

While you’re in town, don’t miss Rock City, a dog-friendly mountaintop attraction known for its ancient rock formations and panoramic views. You can also visit Ruby Falls, a famous underground waterfall inside Lookout Mountain, where on-site boarding is available so your pup can rest while you explore the cave.

For something different, check out Play Wash Pint, a unique dog park and bar, all in one! It has splash zones, tunnels, and turf play areas where your dog can let loose while you sit back and enjoy a craft drink. 

Did you know you can even bring your dog along on one of Chattanooga’s most popular ghost tours? Dogs are welcome on the “Murder & Mayhem” tour from Chattanooga Ghost Tours, which walks you through downtown’s haunted past.

And if you're up for exploring the water, some outfitters allow dogs on tandem kayaks along the Tennessee River Blueway, where you’ll paddle past cliffs and forested shorelines.

Know Before You Go

Chattanooga summers can get hot, so plan walks for early morning or later in the evening. Most restaurants and parks offer water bowls, but it’s always a good idea to bring your own. In winter, some trails can get muddy, so keep a towel in the car just in case! In short, Chattanooga makes it easy to include your dog in every part of your trip. So leash up, grab some treats, and explore!