Beach and Waterfront

68th Street Ocean Beach

Long Beach

A quieter Long Beach Island Beach for sandy walks, shell hunting, and surf views during the off-season months when dogs are permitted

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Eat and Drink

9th Ave Pier

Belmar

A seasonal waterfront bar and grill overlooking Belmar Marina, known for open-air seating, sunsets, live music, and an easygoing shore atmosphere.

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Activities & Attractions

Absecon Lighthouse

Atlantic City

New Jersey's tallest lighthouse, with leashed dogs welcome on the two-acre lawn and inside the museum.

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Parks and Nature

Aldrich Lake Park

Howell

A quiet lakeside spot in Howell with open grass, water views, and a fishing dock

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Off-Leash Parks

Alexander Ching Memorial Dog Park

Holmdel

A fenced off-leash dog park at Bayonet Farm in Holmdel, dedicated in memory of Holmdel resident Alexander Ching, with separate sections for large and small dogs on a decomposed-granite surface.

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Parks and Nature

Allaire State Park

Wall Township

Walk wooded river trails and old farm roads surrounding a preserved 19th-century iron-making village

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Parks and Nature

Allocco Park

Holmdel

A neighborhood park with an inclusive playground and adjoining wooded preserve for an off-leash walk

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Activities & Attractions

Alstede Farms

Chester

Large, working preserved farm with pick-your-own produce, a petting zoo, and hayrides; dogs are welcome on the lanes but not in picking fields.

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Shopping

American Dream Mall

East Rutherford

A massive indoor shopping and entertainment complex with wide common areas, resturaunts, major retailers, and attractions all under one roof.

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Off-Leash Parks Parks and Nature

Angela Hibbard Dog Park

Brick

A fenced Brick dog park with separate large- and small-dog sections, water fountains, waste stations, and nearby paths. Dogs can play off leash inside the designated dog area

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Pet Shops

Animal Crackers

Clark

A neighborhood pet shop focused on natural foods, raw diets, treats, toys, and everyday supplies. Dogs are welcome to come inside while you shop.

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Pet Shops

Animal House

Ocean City

A cheerful Ocean City pet boutique with specialty food, fresh-baked treats, toys, accessories, and gifts. Dogs are welcome to come inside while you shop.

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Shopping

Anthropologie

Shrewsbury

Shop at The Grove for clothing, home decor, gifts, and seasonal displays.

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Eat and Drink

Asbury Ale House

Asbury Park

Asbury Ale House is a lively downtown Asbury Park restaurant and sports bar serving oversized comfort food, drinks, and casual patio dining.

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Beach and Waterfront

Asbury Park Dog Beach

Asbury Park

Give your dog room to run beside the ocean at a designated beach with year-round access and seasonal hours.

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Shopping

At Home

Brick Township

Huge home decor store with aisle after aisle of furniture, rugs, seasonal decor, storage, and home accessories.

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Pet Shops

Bag of Bones Barkery

Mercerville

A specialty pet market and on-site dog bakery known for fresh treats, celebration cakes, natural foods, supplements, and nutrition guidance.

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Events

Bark for Life

Holmdel

An annual dog walk and festival at Bell Works benefiting the American Cancer Society, with contests, activities, vendors, and plenty of dogs.

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Events

Bark in the Park

Lakewood

A dog-centered community outing that typically brings together pet activities, vendors, demonstrations, and entertainment in a park or ballpark setting

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Off-Leash Parks

Bark Park

Howell

Howell's fenced public dog run with room to exercise and a separate area for large and small dogs

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Beach and Waterfront

Barnegat Light Bay Beach

Barnegat Light

Peaceful beaches at LBI's northern end, well suited to long off-season walks near the lighthouse and dunes.

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Off-Leash Parks

Barnegat Light Dog Park

Barnegat Light

A fully fenced, secure community space on a converted baseball field

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Parks and Nature

Bass River State Forest

Tuckerton

A large Pine Barrens state forest with sandy trails, cedar swamps, Lake Absegami, camping, fishing, and boating.

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Beach and Waterfront

Bayside Cove

Mantoloking

A quiet bayside park with picnic tables, a small playground, and crabbing and fishing spots

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Parks and Nature

Beaver Dam Creek County Park

Point Pleasant

An Ocean County Park with a boardwalk trail through tidal wetlands

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Parks and Nature

Bell Works

Holmdel

The former Bell Labs reimagined as an indoor town center with shops, food, workspaces, and event spaces.

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Parks and Nature

Bernard J. Cooke Memorial Park

Brick

A family-friendly Brick park with a playground, sports fields, walking paths, and an adorable mini town where kids can ride bikes and scooters

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Eat and Drink

Betty's Ice Box

Asbury Park

boardwalk ice-cream counter inside Asbury Park's Convention Hall serving frozen treats for people and dog-friendly options for pups

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Parks and Nature

Big Brook Park

Marlboro Township

A spacious county park with wooded trails, open fields, stream crossings, and a more rural feel.

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Eat and Drink

Boatyard 401

Point Pleasant

This is a lively waterfront-adjacent bar and restaurant where the outside bar is an easy Point Pleasant stop with a dog.

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Eat and Drink

Boonton Coffee Co.

Boonton

A downtown coffee shop with delicious coffee and a relaxed dog-friendly atmosphere

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Parks and Nature

Branch Brook Park

Newark

A sprawling Newark park with walking paths, ponds, open lawns, and thousands of Japanese Flowering Cherry Blossom trees that bloom each spring

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Eat and Drink

Brick Farm Tavern

Hopewell

Farm-to-table food, cocktails, and local beer are served out on the lawn, where dogs are welcome to hang beside the picnic tables while you eat and drink.

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Parks and Nature

Brick Reservoir

Brick

1.6-mile paved loop around a working reservoir with garden plantings, gazebos, benches, and dog waste stations along the way

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Parks and Nature

Bushkill Falls

Bushkill, PA

"Niagara of Pennsylvania," 8 waterfalls across 300 acres with 2+ miles of trails, leashed dogs welcome throughout.

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Eat and Drink

California Cold Co.

Brick Township

A craft coffee shop in Brick's Town Hall Shoppes, welcoming leashed dogs both inside and at outdoor tables, with a pup cup on the menu.

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Shopping

Camping World of New Jersey

Lakewood

RV and camping equipment store in Lakewood with campers to walk through, outdoor gear to browse, and plenty of room to explore.

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Off-Leash Parks

Canine Commons at West Windsor Community Park

West Windsor Township

A fenced dog park inside West Windsor Community Park with separate areas for small and large dogs, agility equipment, water, and shaded seating.

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Parks and Nature

Cattus Island County Park

Toms River

Follow wooded and marshland trails toward quiet Barnegat Bay beaches, boardwalks and scenic overlooks.

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Parks and Nature

Cheesequake State Park

Matawan

A surprisingly varied state park with wooded trails, marsh boardwalks, lake views, and plenty of different routes for a walk with your dog.

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Clayton Park

Cream Ridge

Miles of walking trails winding through forests and rolling countryside

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Cloverdale Farm County Park

Barnegat

An Ocean County park built around old cranberry bogs, flat trails, and an easy 45-minute loop with your dog.

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Pet Shops

Collar & Bone

Cape May

An adorable dog boutique and pup café offering dog ice cream, bakery treats, toys, apparel, gifts, and Cape May-themed pet items

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Colonial Park Gardens

Somerset

Large Somerset County park with award-winning botanical gardens, miles of paved paths, ponds, and plenty of green space to explore

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Eat and Drink

Cool Beans Coffee Shop

Beach Haven

A seasonal LBI coffee shop in Bay Village with a couple of dog-friendly outdoor tables, near an unofficial bayside dog beach

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Activities & Attractions

Cruisin' Tikis

Point Pleasant Beach

Bring your dog along for a private floating tiki cruise around the bay, with daytime, brunch, sunset, and sandbar options.

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Parks and Nature

Deer Hollow Park

Toms River

Quiet Toms River township park with walking trails and a basketball court, good for an easy leashed walk.

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Divine Park

Spring Lake

Postcard-pretty park built around Spring Lake itself with a walking loop, bridges, and a playground, right in the heart of town

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Pet Shops Events

Doggie Sweets

Long Branch

Part dog bakery, part café, and part social calendar: Doggie Sweets does decorated treats, celebration cakes, pup drinks, and a steady lineup of events right in Pier Village.

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Off-Leash Parks

Donaldson Dog Park

Highland Park

Fully fenced dog park with shady trees, benches, water access, and waste stations

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Dorbrook Recreation Area

Colts Neck

A large recreation park with paved walking trails, large grassy areas, and playgrounds.

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Double Trouble State Park

Bayville

Walk flat Pine Barrens trails past cranberry bogs, cedar swamps, reservoirs and a preserved company village

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Durand Park

Freehold

Wooded township park with nature trails and a fishing pond

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Echo Lake Park

Mountainside

A 6,200-acre Union County park with a lake, pedal boats, fishing, and a nearly three-acre fenced dog park

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Off-Leash Parks

Edison-Metuchen Community Dog Park

Edison

A large fenced-in dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, agility equipment, water stations, and plenty of room to run

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Activities & Attractions

Elmwood Park Zoo

Norristown, PA

One of the first US zoos to regularly welcome dogs, with special "Dog Days" and Yappy Hour events.

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Parks and Nature

Eno's Pond County Park

Forked River

A quiet park with a pond and easy Pine Barrens-style trails through woods and wetlands.

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Etra Lake Park

East Windsor

A pretty lakeside park in East Windsor with paved walking paths, big grassy areas, and an arboretum

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Activities & Attractions

Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway

Jim Thorpe, PA

Vintage diesel train riding 16 miles through Lehigh Gorge State Park, with dogs riding completely free.

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Off-Leash Parks Eat and Drink

Fetch Park

Philadelphia, PA

Off-leash dog park and bar in Manayunk, opened November 2025 in the former Bark Social space, with a Southern-inspired food menu and a doggy ice cream parlor.

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Beach and Waterfront

Fisherman's Cove Conservation Area

Manasquan

A riverfront conservation area with a designated dog-friendly eastern shoreline, sand, and water access.

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Off-Leash Parks

Fort Lee Dog Park

Fort Lee

A fully fenced neighborhood dog park with separate runs for small and large dogs, gravel footing, benches, and a few agility features for extra play.

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Off-Leash Parks Parks and Nature

Freedom Fields County Park

Little Egg Harbor

4.5-acre dog park in Little Egg Harbor with separate large- and small-dog areas, mature trees, and plenty of space to run.

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Off-Leash Parks

Freedom Barks Dog Park

Medford

A sprawling 26-acre off-leash dog park in Freedom Park, ranked among the top dog parks in the country, with creeks, trails, and two fenced off-leash areas.

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Freneau Woods Park

Aberdeen Township

A quiet, heavily wooded park with easy trails winding past ponds, wetlands, and the headwaters of Matawan Creek, with leashed dogs welcome on the trails.

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Eat and Drink

Friend's Cafe

New Brunswick

A family-run cafe near Rutgers University where friendly dogs are welcome both inside and on the patio, with homemade dog biscuits and its own dog menu.

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Parks and Nature

Gerry Tarantolo Park (aka Husky Brook Park)

Eatontown

A small Eatontown park with an easy walking loop, open grass, and wooded paths near Husky Brook that are great for a relaxed dog walk.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Goffle Brook Park

Hawthorne

A sprawling county park where Goffle Brook winds past walking paths, open lawns, a duck pond, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a fenced dog park.

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Hacklebarney State Park

Long Valley

A rugged woodland park with rocky ravines, rushing streams, footbridges, and shaded trails

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Off-Leash Parks

Hamilton Dog Park

Hamilton Township

A spacious, fenced dog park inside Veterans Park, with separate areas for small and large dogs and plenty of room to run.

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Hank Waltonowski Park

Brick

A Brick Township neighborhood playground with shaded areas

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Harry Wright Lake Park

Manchester Township

A quiet, wooded lake park in Whiting with a peaceful Pinelands setting and plenty of shade for a walk with your dog.

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Off-Leash Parks

Hilltop Dog Park

Verona

A nearly 35,000-square-foot fenced off-leash dog park inside the 284-acre Hilltop Reservation nature preserve, with separate small and large dog areas.

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Holmdel Park

Holmdel

A diverse county park with wooded trails, open hills, ponds, the historic Longstreet Farm, and the scenic arboretum area.

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Shopping

Home Goods

Multiple Locations

A home store packed with décor, kitchen finds, furniture, storage, pet stuff, and seasonal pieces to browse with your dog.

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Activities & Attractions

Hot Sand

Asbury Park

A working glassblowing studio in downtown Asbury Park where you can turn your dog’s paw print into a one-of-a-kind glass keepsake.

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Parks and Nature

Huber Woods Park

Middleton Township

A 390-acre park overlooking the Navesink River, with wooded trails, meadows, hills, and more than eight miles of paths open to leashed dogs.

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Huddy Park

Toms River

Scenic riverside park in downtown Toms River with a footbridge to a small island, picnic areas, and weekly farmers market

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Hurd Park

Dover

Scenic historic park in Dover known for its Greek-style pavilion and cherry blossoms along Jackson Brook

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Beach and Waterfront

Island Beach State Park

Seaside Park

A long barrier-island park with undeveloped beach, dunes, trails, and plenty of room for a coastal walk. Leashed dogs have broader access here than at many shore beaches.

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Off-Leash Parks

Jackson Dog Park

Jackson

A large, fenced dog park inside Johnson Memorial Park, with separate areas for small and large dogs, shade trees, running water, benches, and a few agility features.

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Parks and Nature

Jakes Branch County Park

Beachwood

Explore more than eight miles of sandy Pine Barrens trails surrounding a nature center and five-story observation deck.

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Shopping

Jersey Shore Premium Outlets

Tinton Falls

An open-air outlet center in Tinton Falls with tons of stores, covered walkways, and plenty of room to walk around with your dog

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Beach and Waterfront

John C. Bartlett, Jr. County Park at Berkley Island

Bayville

A breezy Barnegat Bay park with a shoreline path, fishing pier, playground, picnic areas, and wide water views.

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Activities & Attractions

Johnson Locust Hall Farm

Jobstown

A beautiful working farm in Jobstown with pick-your-own fields, hayrides, farm animals, flowers, seasonal festivals, and plenty of room for a farm day with your pup

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Eat and Drink

Kim Marie's

Asbury Park

A cozy, old-school Irish pub just off the Asbury Park waterfront with comfort food, a full bar, plenty of character, and a dog-friendly patio complete with a menu just for pups

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Lake Horicon Park

Lakehurst

63-acre cedar lake in Lakehurst with walking trails, picnic areas, and a footbridge to a small island

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Parks and Nature

Lake Riviera Park

Brick

A renovated lakeside park with playgrounds, fishing, and pet-friendly walking trails

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Parks and Nature

Lake Shenandoah County Park

Lakewood

A peaceful lakeside park right in Lakewood with wooded walking paths, plenty of shade, and water views for most of the walk.

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Parks and Nature

Laurelwood Arboretum

Wayne

Thirty acres of winding paths, ponds, streams, woodland gardens, and colorful plant collections makes this one of the most beautiful places to walk your dog in NJ

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Eat and Drink

Lava Java House

Lavalette

A coastal-themed coffee shop a block from the beach in downtown Lavalette, with a dog-friendly tropical front garden patio

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Beach and Waterfront

Lavallette Gazebo (aka Centennial Gazebo & Garden)

Lavalette

Scenic bayside gazebo park with landscaped paths, bay access, and the most beautiful sunset views

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Parks and Nature

Leon Smock 80-Acre Park

Eatontown

Leon Smock 80 Acre Park is an easy local park for a leashed walk, with wooded paths, and open recreation space

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Off-Leash Parks Parks and Nature

Liberty Park II

Tinton Falls

An all-turf dog park with separate sections for small and large dogs, bench seating, and play equipment inside Liberty Park II

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Parks and Nature

Liberty State Park

Jersey City

New Jersey's largest urban state park, with Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty views along paved waterfront trails.

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Pet Shops

Living Pawsitively

Lafayette

You’ll find a health-focused Sussex County pet shop specializing in natural foods, supplements, treats, toys, and thoughtful pet-care products.

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Beach and Waterfront

Malibu Beach (Somers Point Dog Beach)

Somers Point

An undeveloped wildlife-management beach beside the Ocean City-Longport bridge with shallow-water play and plenty of open shoreline. Dogs can play off leash along the shoreline.

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Eat and Drink

LouLou

New York, NY

French bistro in Chelsea named after the founder's rescue dog, with a full chef-prepared dog menu and heated outdoor cabanas.

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Eat and Drink

Lovebird Cafe & Market

Brick Township

A cozy neighborhood cafe and market in Brick with a partial dog menu and a patio with a book collection

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Activities & Attractions Beach and Waterfront

Lucy the Elephant

Margate City

One of the Shore’s most recognizable landmarks, Lucy is a six-story elephant sitting just off the beach in Margate, surrounded by a small park where you can walk around, get an up-close look and bring your dog along.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Manasquan Reservoir

Howell

Circle the water on a scenic five-mile trail that passes through woods and wetlands with frequent reservoir views.

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Off-Leash Parks

Marlboro Dog Park

Marlboro Township

A grassy, fenced dog park beside the Marlboro Recreation Center, with benches, waste stations, and plenty of open space for off-leash play.

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Shopping

Marshalls

Multiple Locations

An easy indoor shopping stop with clothing, shoes, beauty, home finds, and plenty of constantly changing aisles to browse with your dog.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Maxwell Place Park & Dog Park

Hoboken

Waterfront Hoboken Park with two separate fenced dog runs and sweeping Manhattan skyline views

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Mercer County Park

West Windsor

A huge county park with lake views, paved and natural trails, picnic areas, and fenced off-leash dog parks

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Parks and Nature

Michael J. Tighe Park

Freehold

Large Freehold Township park with sports fields, bike and walking paths, playgrounds, and a spray park

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Shopping

Michaels

Multiple Locations

Large craft store with art supplies, seasonal décor, framing, DIY projects, and aisle after aisle to explore with your dog.

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Parks and Nature

Monmouth Battlefield State Park

Manalapan Township

A wide-open historic park where leashed dogs can walk through preserved Revolutionary War battlefield, farm fields, wooded stretches, and old hedgerows.

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Pet Shops

Montville Dog Park

Montville

Montville’s fenced dog park in Pine Brook gives dogs about three-quarters of an acre to run off leash, with separate areas for small and larger dogs and controlled access through an annual membership system.

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Parks and Nature

Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown

Revolutionary War history mixed into more than 20 miles of dog-friendly hiking at Jockey Hollow, with wooded trails, open fields, streams, old encampment sites, and preserved historic buildings along the way.

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Parks and Nature

Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook

Atlantic Highlands

A small hilltop park overlooking Sandy Hook, Raritan Bay, and the New York City skyline, with paved paths, picnic tables, a playground, and Monmouth County’s 9/11 Memorial.

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Activities & Attractions

Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum

Cape May

Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum is a hands-on aviation museum inside a historic World War II hangar, filled with aircraft, engines, military displays, and interactive exhibits.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Northern Community Park + Hanna Dog Park

Bordentown

An 88-acre community park with a pond, paved walking paths, wooded trails, playgrounds, sports courts, picnic areas, and its own fenced dog park.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Ocean County Park

Lakewood

Choose between a peaceful leashed walk beneath towering trees or a romp inside the park’s spacious, fully fenced off-leash area.

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Shopping

Opal & Olive

Point Pleasant Beach

A home and gift boutique in downtown Point Pleasant Beach filled with pretty tabletop pieces, faux florals, kitchen finds, gourmet treats, and gifts, with leashed dogs welcome inside while you shop

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Off-Leash Parks

Orchard Dog Park

Manasquan

A large, single-run dog park inside Orchard Park, with a mostly dirt-and-gravel surface, double-gated entry, benches, and water.

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Beach and Waterfront

Ortley Beach Bayside Park

Ortley Beach

A small bayside park in Ortley Beach with tennis, handball, basketball courts, a playground, and easy Barnegat Bay access

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Beach and Waterfront

Osborn Island

Brielle

A tiny Brielle-owned island in the Manasquan River, accessible only by boat or kayak, with a sandy beach and informal wooded trails

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Parks and Nature

Patriots County Park

Jackson

Large Ocean County sports complex with a roughly one-mile perimeter trail

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Parks and Nature

Perrineville Lake Park

Millstone Township

Monmouth County park with several trail options around a lake, good range for both a quick walk or a longer hike with your dog.

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Activities & Attractions

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

Philadelphia, PA

Mosaic art environment and gallery on South Street, with friendly leashed dogs welcome throughout the indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture garden.

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Parks and Nature

Poricy Park Walking Trails

Middletown

A wooded nature preserve in Middletown with easy walking paths, more rugged forest trails, open fields, ponds, and plenty of different routes to explore

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Events Activities & Attractions

Puppapalooza

Wildwood

Puppapalooza is a once-a-year doggie pool party where Morey's Piers opens its Raging Waters Water Park entirely to pups

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Shopping

Ramsey Farmers' Market

Ramsey

Well-regarded Bergen County farmers market with 45+ local vendors, welcoming to well-behaved leashed dogs

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Beach and Waterfront

Reeds Beach Jetty

Cape May Court House

Reeds Beach Jetty sits along the Delaware Bay at the end of a quiet residential road, with a sandy shoreline, long rock jetty, wide-open bay views, and some especially beautiful sunsets

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Parks and Nature

Ringwood State Park

Ringwood

A large historic park in the Ramapo Mountains with manor houses, botanical gardens, lakes, and forested trails

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Eat and Drink

Rita's - Jackson

Jackson

Italian ice, frozen custard and plenty of mix-and-match treats, with a walk-up window and outdoor tables

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Parks and Nature

Riverwood Park Recreation

Toms River

A wooded Toms River park with shady walking trails, river access, open fields, and plenty of space for a longer walk with your dog.

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Off-Leash Parks

Robert J. Miller Air Park

Berkeley Township

A large fenced dog park tucked into Robert J. Miller Air Park, with plenty of open space for dogs to run and a quiet, wooded setting.

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Parks and Nature Activities & Attractions

Robson's Farm

Wrightstown

A fourth-generation orchard fruit farm in Burlington County, growing peaches, apples, pawpaws, and quince

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Parks and Nature

Roosevelt Park

Edison

The oldest park in Middlesex County, 196 acres with an eight acre lake, sometimes referred to as Edison's Central Park

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Parks and Nature

Roosevelt Woodland Trail

Roosevelt

A quiet walking trail in Monmouth County for an easy walk

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Eat and Drink

Roosters Coffeehouse

Ledgewood

Roosters Coffeehouse pairs small-batch coffee roasted in-house with breakfast, lunch, pastries, and a zero-waste shop, all inside a dog-friendly Main Street café in Ledgewood

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Parks and Nature

Rutgers Gardens

New Brunswick

A 180-acre botanical garden and living labratory at Rutgers University, with dog-friendly trails through a bamboo forest and along the Raritan River

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Shopping

Sanctum Handmade

Asbury Park

A plant-filled Cookman Avenue shop with houseplants, handmade decor, crystals, planters and plenty of little things you didn’t know you needed. Dogs are welcome to browse inside with you.

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Activities & Attractions

Sandbar Joe's

Wildwood

Private pontoon cruises through the Wildwood back bays, with dog-friendly options for sunset rides, scenic cruises and longer trips out to the sandbars

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Sandy Hook, Gateway National Recreation Area

Highlands

National recreation area with miles of beach, a lighthouse, and trails

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Parks and Nature

Sayen House and Gardens

Hamilton Township

30-acre botanical garden with fish ponds, gazebos, and over 1,000 azaleas

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Off-Leash Parks

Sea Isle Dog Park

Sea Isle City

A sandy dog park at the north end of Sea Isle, with separate areas for small and large dogs, agility equipment, shaded seating, and water stations.

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Parks and Nature

Seawood Harbor Bike Trail

Brick

Quiet, scenic paved trail through a Brick Township waterfront neighborhood

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Parks and Nature

Shark River Park

Wall Township

A wooded county park with streamside trails, boardwalks, picnic areas, and mostly gentle routes through varied habitat.

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Beach and Waterfront Parks and Nature

Shelter Cove Park

Toms River

A waterfront Toms River park with walking paths, open fields, sports courts, playgrounds, and views across Barnegat Bay. Dogs are welcome on leash throughout the park, but not on the beach.

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Parks and Nature

Silver Lake Park

Belmar

Small lakeside park just a few blocks from the Belmar beach, with a path around the water and a big playground.

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Off-Leash Parks

Silverton Park

Toms River

A spacious Toms River dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, open grass for running, and a wooded section that gives dogs plenty to sniff and explore.

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Parks and Nature

Skyview Park

Toms River

Small neighborhood park in Toms River with a few short trails, softball fields, and basketball courts

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Pet Shops

Smokey's Doggy Café

Keyport

Dogs-only cafe in downtown Keyport, humans bring their own food and drinks while pups get a full dog menu, bakery treats, and a play yard.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

South Mountain Reservation

West Orange

More than 2,100 acres of wooded trails, streams, waterfalls, rocky overlooks, and old carriage roads, with a separate off-leash dog park inside the reservation.

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Beach and Waterfront

Spring Lake Pitney Ave Beach

Spring Lake

A quiet stretch of Jersey Shore beach with wide sand, beautiful ocean views, and a dedicated dog-beach area right on the water at Pitney Avenue.

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Off-Leash Parks Parks and Nature

Stevens Park

Hoboken

A historic city park near the Hoboken waterfront, with lawns, playgrounds, a splash area, athletic facilities, and a dedicated dog run.

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Activities & Attractions Parks and Nature

Sussex County Sunflower Maze

Sandyston

Largest sunflower maze on the East Coast, over a million blooms across 120+ varieties, genuinely dog-friendly with leashed pets welcome at no extra cost.

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Eat and Drink

The Bent Spoon

Princeton

A nationally recognized, award-winning ice cream shop on Palmer Square, with a "puppy ice cream" made specifically for dogs and a water bowl out front.

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Eat and Drink

The Brewed Awakening Cafe

Pitman

A cozy, family-run coffee shop in downtown Pitman with a living-room-style lounge, coffee flights, and live music.

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The Caffeine Haven - Toms River

Toms River

The Toms River sister location of the popular Howell coffee shop, in the heart of downtown, with cozy exposed-brick seating and a rotating local art display.

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The Caffiene Haven

Howell

A newer independent coffee shop right off Route 9 in Howell, known for creative lattes and a genuinely dog-friendly vibe.

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The Ciderhouse at Ironbound Farm

Asbury

Hard cider, farm-to-table food, and plenty of room to spread out outdoors on a 108-acre regenerative farm, with dogs welcome throughout the Ciderhouse’s courtyards, lawn and covered outdoor spaces.

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The Cliff

Jersey City

A neighborhood cafe in Jersey City Heights with a secluded backyard patio garden, dogs welcome outdoors during warm weather.

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The Coffee Box

Rahway

A specialty coffee cafe near the Rahway train station, with a dog-friendly patio, Intelligentsia coffee, and a full breakfast and lunch menu.

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The Daily Bean

Vernon

Set inside an old cottage in Vernon, The Daily Bean serves coffee, breakfast, pastries, waffles, and made-to-order sandwiches, with a large dog-friendly outdoor area beside the creek

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Pet Shops

The Dapper Doodle

Point Pleasant Beach

Toys, treats, collars, leashes, birthday goodies, and surprisingly cute pet accessories fill this little downtown Point Pleasant Beach boutique, where dogs are welcome to come in and shop too

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The Hungry Puppy

Farmingdale

A family-owned pet supply store with its own free, double-gated park on-site, events, obedience training, and birthday parties

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The Pig and Parrot Sandbar

Brielle

A Key West-themed bar and grill overlooking the Brielle Yacht Club Marina, with dog-friendly outdoor waterfront tables.

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Parks and Nature

The Sperlak Gallery & Sculpture Gardens

Cape May Court House

An outdoor sculpture garden where art sits throughout meadows, woods, and walking paths on a quiet rural property.

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The Twisted Tulip

Livingston

An independent Livingston cafe with a small children's library, cozy indoor and outdoor seating, and dogs welcome to join you.

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Off-Leash Parks

Thompson Grove Park

Manalapan Township

A 65-acre Manalapan park beside Millhurst Pond, with wooded walking trails, open fields, a bird sanctuary, disc golf, and a fenced dog park near the entrance.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Timber Creek Park & Dog Park

Blackwood

Nine wooded acres of fenced, off-leash space, with dirt trails, heavy shade, and a small pond inside the dog park

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Off-Leash Parks

Tindall Dog Park

Middletown Township

50-acre multi-use park in Middletown with tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, plus a fenced off-leash dog park opened in 2024.

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Shopping

TJ Maxx

Multiple Locations

A dog-friendly shopping stop with clothing, beauty, accessories, home finds, and plenty to dig through if you like browsing.

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Parks and Nature

Turkey Swamp Park

Freehold Township

Explore lakeside paths and miles of peaceful Pine Barrens trails, or turn the outing into an overnight adventure at the park’s dog-friendly family campground.

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Activities & Attractions

Urban Paddle

Jersey City

Take your dog kayaking alongside the Manhattan skyline with Urban Paddle's "Paddle Pups" tour

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Parks and Nature

Van Nest Park

West Windsor Township

A small pondside park with a playground, picnic pavilion, open lawn, and a local-history connection to the 1938 War of the Worlds radio broadcast.

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Off-Leash Parks

Vernon Dog Park

Vernon

A community-run park with two large play areas along Route 517 in Vernon

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Verona Park

Verona

A 54-acre Essex County park with an Olmsted-designed lake for boating and fishing, plus walking paths and a gazebo.

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Pet Shops

WaggMore Pet Boutique & Bakery

Sparta

WaggMore Pet Boutique & Bakery is a pet boutique offering bakery treats, celebration items, toys, apparel, accessories, and gifts selected for dogs and their people.

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Off-Leash Parks

Wantage Dog Park

Wantage

Wantage Dog Park gives dogs acres of fenced-in grass to run, play, and explore off leash, with separate areas for different dogs, an agility course, and plenty of shade

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Beach and Waterfront

Waretown Docks

Ocean Township

Dock area on Barnegat Bay in Waretown. A great place for a peaceful walk

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Waretown Dog Park

Waretown

A fenced, two-acre sandy dog park with separate large and small dog areas

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Parks and Nature

Wells Mills County Park

Waretown

Choose a peaceful lakeside stroll or venture deeper into more than 900 acres of Pine Barrens wilderness.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

West Windsor Community Park & Dog Park

West Windsor

A 123-acre township park with paved walking paths and two separate fenced dog parks

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Beach and Waterfront Off-Leash Parks

Wildwood Dog Park & Beach

Wildwood

A shore destination that combines a fenced dog park with direct access to a wide dog-friendly beach.

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Parks and Nature

William J. Dudley Park

Bayville

Old-school Berkeley Township park with shaded picnic spots and a creek running through it.

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Parks and Nature

Winding River Park

Toms River

A large Toms River township park with paved multi-use paths, unpaved nature trails, and plenty of room for a long walk

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Pet Shops

Winky's Pet Boutique

Chester

A small pet boutique in downtown Chester filled with toys, treats, collars, clothing, and other fun finds for dogs and cats, with pets welcome to come inside and browse too

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Events

Wonder Bar

Asbury Park

Asbury Park's famous Yappy Hour is a full dog social scene with a fenced outdoor play area, drinks, food, music, and a crowd that comes specifically to hang out with their dogs.

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Pet Shops

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming - Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury

Woof Gang’s upcoming Shrewsbury location will combine a specialty pet shop, dog bakery, and full-service grooming salon, with gourmet treats, toys, accessories, food, and grooming all under one roof.

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Yellow Dog Coffee Roasters

Manahawkin

A local roastery and coffee bar named after the owner's own yellow lab, welcoming well-behaved dogs inside with a pup cup on the menu.

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Yo Factor

Toms River

A self-serve frozen-yogurt stop in Toms River with rotating flavors, toppings, and outdoor seating.

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