Pet-Friendly Guide to Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Situated on the west bank of the Mississippi River, Brooklyn Park is a haven for people and pets alike. With a diverse range of pet-friendly amenities and services, this city truly caters to the needs of its furry residents and their human companions.

As the sixth-largest city in the state, Brooklyn Park houses around 80,000 residents, many of whom are proud pet owners. A surprising 67% of Minnesota households own a pet, according to a survey by the American Veterinary Medical Association. This statistic highlights the thriving pet culture in Brooklyn Park, underscoring the potential for growth in pet-oriented businesses and services.

Pet-Friendly Activities 

  • Dog Park at Brookdale Park: Located at 7650 June Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443. Pets are welcome to run and play off-leash.  Dogs must have ID tags and proof of current vaccinations. Visit the website for tip and regulations before you visit.
  • Brooklyn Park Environmental Nature Area: Located at 10201 W River Road, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443. This off-leash dog park is fully fenced so dogs can run and play with supervision.  There is an entrance fee. Visit the website for tips and regulations before you visit.

Pet-Friendly Restaurants

  • Sweet Taste of Italy: Located at 9576 Noble Pkwy N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 or give them a call at 763-493-4733.  This family-owned restaurant is popular for its homemade Italian dishes and a pet-friendly outdoor seating area.
  • Spice and Rice is a must-visit for Thai and Asian cuisine lovers, Located at t 9801 Xenia Ave N, Suite 104, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443, or call them at 763-205-3100. 

Pet-Friendly Accommodations

  • La Quinta by Wyndham Minneapolis Northwest:Located at 7011 Northland Cir, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 this hotel welcomes up to two pets of any size for an additional fee. Dogs and cats are both welcome!  All pet-friendly rooms are located on the ground floor and there are grassy areas with waste stations on the property. 
  • Home2 Suites by Hilton Brooklyn Park Minnesota: Located at 9490 W Broadway, Brookly Park, MN 55445, this hotel offers pet-friendly rooms for an additional fee. Cats and dogs are welcome, but the weight limit is 75 lbs, and the maximum number of pets is 2. 

Pet Services

  • Allied Emergency and Referral Veterinary Service is the only employee-owned and operated Veterinary Emergency Room in the region, and we take exceptional pride in everything we do. From the moment you reach out to us for guidance, we will be there to help you and your pet to the very best of our ability. One of three locations, Brooklyn Park, has a Referral Surgery Department that offers orthopedic, soft tissue, minimally invasive surgery, and image-guided interventions.