These pet-friendly parks in Dubai are welcoming to pawrents and their beloved dogs
15 May 2024
| Last updated on 16 May 2024Check out the best pet-friendly parks and dedicated dog parks in Dubai.
Much like their human owners, dogs in Dubai needs quality time outdoors to run, exercise, train, and socialise.
In this guide, we help you find the best dog-friendly parks in Dubai, from waterside green spaces and leash-free pet parks to lesser-known hidden gems tucked away in local neighbourhoods.
1. BarkPark Dubai
We're kicking off our list of dog-friendly parks in Dubai with a resident-favourite, the BarkPark, located at an Emirati farm in Al Awir. This Dubai dog park is fully licensed by the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai Municipality, and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCaE).
BarkPark Dubai offers facilities for dogs to socialise, play, train, swim, and exercise without a leash. They have a swimming pond, agility equipment, shading, retail store, and often host pet events.
Location: BarkPark Dubai, Al Awir
Timings: Open from Tuesday to Sunday at 6:30AM until 9AM, and from 5PM to 9PM | Closed on Monday
Price: Annual membership starts from AED 1,000 for the first dog registered
Image credit: BarkPark Dubai
2. The Greens Dog Park
If you live in or are closer to The Greens neighbourhood in Dubai, pet owners can check out its local dog park. This clean and delightful dog park allows pets to roam leash-free, featuring pet play zones, lush greenery, and shaded benches when you want to take a break.
There are some dog-friendly restaurants and cafes in the area too, including Arrows and Sparrows, Lah Lah, and the Social Company.
Location: The Greens, Dubai
Timings: Open daily from 7AM to 10PM | Open all-day on Saturday
Price: Free entry
3. My Second Home
My Second Home has the largest indoor dog park in Dubai, located at Investment Park. They have a sprawling air-conditioned space with plenty of room for dogs to run around in, complete with play areas, swimming and paddling pools, etc.
Another branch can be found in Al Quoz - although this location is smaller, it's just as welcoming and fun-filled as the main one.
Locations: Dubai Investment Park | Al Quoz, Dubai
Timings: Open daily, from 8AM until 8PM
Price: Entry fee to the dog park starts from AED 60
Image credit: My Second Home
4. JLT Dog Park
In the urban sprawl of Dubai's Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT) neighbourhood is a dedicated dog park where pet owners are welcome to spend a day out with their furry friend.
JLT is a dream spot for dog owners in Dubai. On top of the pet park, you can take your dog for a walk around the neighbourhood and lake, with restaurants, cafes, salons, retail outlets, etc. at every corner to explore.
**Please note: Handlers must be in possession of a dog leash at all times.
Location: JLT Dog Park, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai
Timings: Open daily, from 6AM to 11PM
Price: Free entry
5. Aria and Bianca's Boba Tea Cafe
JLT-based Aria and Bianca's Boba Tea Cafe is a pet-friendly boba tea shop with a lovely mini indoor dog park. In this cute indoor dog park in Dubai, owners can let their dogs play leash-free while sipping on a delicious beverage.
Location: Aria and Bianca's Boba Tea Cafe, Cluster L, JLT - Dubai
Timings: Open daily, from 7AM to 11:45 PM
Price: The mini indoor dog park is free, but we recommend ordering a drink while your pet plays.
Image credit: Aria and Bianca's Boba Tea Cafe
6. Sustainable City Dog Park
This Dubai dog park is a beautiful, wide-open green space, ideal for a day out with your pup. Located behind Sustainable Plaza and next to the lake, Sustainable City Dog Park welcomes all dog breeds and sizes, provided that the handler has an annual membership for the park.
The dog park has shade, water fans, is regularly cleaned and disinfected, and hosts occasional pet events and workshops (dog adoption days, pet playdates, behavioural classes, vet talks, and more).
Location: Sustainable City Dog Park, behind Sustainable Plaza, Dubai
Timings: Open daily, from 6AM to 10PM
Price: Annual membership is AED 300 per dog (UAE residents) | For non-residents, annual membership is AED 600 per dog
7. Motor City Dog Park
The Motor City Dog Park is a great place for your pet to run off-leash and socialise with other pooches.
Location: Motor City, Dubai
Timings: Open daily
Price: Free entry
8. Remraam Dog Park
If you're looking for more pet-friendly parks in Dubai, Remraam's dog park lets your canine companions enjoy wholesome leash-free time while socialising with other dogs.
Location: Remraam, Dubai
Timings: Open daily
Price: Free entry
9. Dubai Islands Beach Dog Park
Dubai Islands Beach Dog Park is the emirate's first pet-dedicated beach park, so now both owners and dogs can bask in the sun and shore together.
Pooches can enjoy an off-leash day out as they run, socialise, and play at this dog beach park in Dubai. The space includes an agility seesaw, obstacle course, hoop ring, beams, and a ramp for owners to train their dogs.
Location: Dubai Islands Beach
Timings: Open daily, 24 hours
Price: Free entry
10. The Springs Dog Parks
The Springs is home to two lovely dog parks in Dubai, located on 15th Drive and Springs 8.
Location: The Springs, Dubai
Timings: Open daily, 24 hours
Price: Free entry
11. Golden Mile Galleria Dog Park
Golden Mile Galleria is not just a pet-friendly shopping mall in Dubai, but it also has a dedicated dog park for owners and their canine buddies to enjoy some leash-free play.
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Location: Golden Mile Galleria, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Timings: 10AM to 10PM
Price: Free entry
12. Meadows Village Dog Park
The Meadows Village Dog Park welcomes both UAE residents and visitors to bring their canine pets for some outdoor fun.
Location: The Meadows Village mall, Dubai
Timings: 10AM to 10PM
Price: Free entry
13. DAMAC Hills Dog Park
The DAMAC Hills Dog Park is exclusively for pet parents and their canines, offering 4,000 sqft of space with running tracks and more!
Location: DAMAC Hills, Dubai
Timings: Open daily, from 6AM to 10PM
Price: Free entry
14. The Pet Shop Dog Park
For those who live closer to Dubai Investment Park or Reem Island, The Pet Shop has dog parks in both branches for visitors to enjoy while shopping. They also host dog adoption days every weekend, along with other community events for owners and their canines.
Location: Dubai Investment Park | Reem Island
Timings: Open daily, 9AM to 10PM
Price: Free entry
Image credit: The Pet Shop Dubai
15. JVC Dog Park
One of the best dog parks in Dubai if you live in or are close to Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC).
Location: JVC Dubai
Timings: Open daily
Price: Free entry
16. JBR Dog Parks
JBR has two paw-sitively pet-friendly parks for dogs. Both are perfect locations for owners to take their pets out for a walk, play, or train outdoors.
Location: JBR Dog Park in Amwaj 1 | JBR Dog Park in Sadaf 7
Timings: Open daily
Price: Free entry
17. JVT Dog Park
The Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT) neighbourhood has its own exclusive park just for dogs in Dubai.
Location: JVT Dubai
Timings: Open daily
Price: Free entry
18. Mudon Dog Park
Mudon Dog Park offers an exclusive oasis for you and your canine buddy to run and play leash-free.
Location: Mudon, Dubai
Timings: Open daily
Price: Free entry
19. Mira Dog Park
For families with pet canines living in or near the Mira community, there is a park that allows access to dogs and their handlers only.
Location: Mira Dog Park, Mira, Dubai
Timings: Open daily
Price: Free entry
20. Southridge Dog Park
We end our list of the best dog parks in Dubai with Southridge Dog Park, conveniently located in the bustling neighbourhood of Downtown Dubai. Here, you're spoiled for choice when it comes to restaurants, cafes, retail outlets, and of course - the iconic Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall are close by.
Location: Southridge Dog Park, Downtown Dubai
Timings: 6AM to 11PM (Sunday - Friday), midnight to 2:30 AM and 6 AM to 11:30 PM (Saturday)
Price: Free entry