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10 pet-friendly destinations — Pembroke Pines dog parks, nearby dog beaches, and dog-friendly dining across South Florida.

Pet-Friendly Pembroke Pines — Dog Parks & Pet-Friendly Places

Dog Parks in Pembroke Pines

Nearby Dog Parks

Looking to explore beyond Pembroke Pines? These nearby dog parks offer additional places for your pup to run, play, and enjoy the outdoors.

Free

Southwest Ranches

Steven L. Josias Dog & Equestrian Park

A combined off-leash dog park and equestrian facility in nearby Southwest Ranches with fenced-in play areas, separate small and large dog sections, benches, and shade. A unique dual-use park popular with local dog owners.

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Sunrise

Barkham at Markham Park

A 3-acre off-leash dog park inside the 669-acre Markham Park in Sunrise. Features separate large and small dog areas, walking trails, shaded seating, dog water fountains, and waste bag stations. One of Broward County's largest and best-rated dog parks.

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Free

Miramar

Miramar Paw Central Dog Park

A members-only off-leash dog park inside Miramar Regional Park with separate large and small dog areas. Registration required — visit the park office with your dog's vaccination records to get the gate lock code. A well-maintained, secure community of local dog owners.

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Free

Cooper City

Christie Schafale Dog Park

A cozy, well-maintained off-leash dog park tucked inside Christie Schafale Park in Cooper City. Features separate areas for large and small dogs, water hoses, plastic pools in summer, and shaded benches. A favorite of local dog owners for its clean, friendly atmosphere.

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Free

Plantation

Happy Tails Dog Park

A spacious 5-acre off-leash dog park at Seminole Park in Plantation, home to the Plantation Canine Unit. Features three distinct areas: a large dog run, an agility training zone, and a dedicated small dog area. Ample parking, restrooms, and pavilions make it one of the best-equipped dog parks in Broward County.

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Free

Hollywood

John Williams Park Dog Park

A hidden gem tucked away in a scenic Hollywood park with three fenced dog sections, paved walking paths through a wooded area, and a peaceful natural setting. Separate areas for large and small dogs with water hoses and plenty of shade from mature trees.

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Nearby Dog Beaches

If your dog loves the water, these nearby dog-friendly beaches are great places to enjoy the sand and surf together.

Hollywood

Hollywood Dog Beach

One of South Florida's few dog-friendly beaches, located between Pershing and Custer Streets in Hollywood. Let your dog run off-leash in the surf and sand — about a 25-minute drive from Pembroke Pines.

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Dania Beach

Performance Pups at Tigertail Lake

Broward County's premier freshwater dog lake in Dania Beach — a fenced-off section of Tigertail Lake where dogs can swim, splash, and play off-leash. The only dedicated freshwater dog swimming destination in the area. Humans can wade but not swim.

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Pet-Friendly Dining

Pembroke Pines has a growing number of restaurants with dog-friendly outdoor patios, so you don't have to leave your best friend at home.