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Dog Parks and sweet treats for furry friends

Make tail-wagging memories this summer at any of these local dog-friendly parks and sweet spots

Humans aren’t the only ones eager for summertime adventures—your furry friend is, too!

Enjoy sun-filled fun and sweet treats at these dog-friendly destinations.

Checkers Dog Park–Yorba Linda

Checkers Dog Park, the city of Yorba Linda’s first off-leash facility, is open and ready to welcome the community’s four-legged friends.

Located east of Jean Woodard Park and south of Eastside Community Park, come let your precious pooch explore just under half an acre of land, complete with one open area for dogs of all sizes. 

Amenities include a drinking fountain, benches, and restrooms.

Address: 5411 Eastside Circle, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Olive Hills Dog Park–Anaheim Hills

Situated next to the Olive Hills Tennis Courts, Olive Hills Dog Park opened in August 2016.

Explore the dog park’s perimeter walking/jogging path, artificial turf, separate areas for small and large dogs with agility equipment, benches, and native plants.

The dog park, open daily until 5:30 PM, also features a bronze K-9 Monument, Vigilance, honoring the Anaheim Police Department’s K-9 officers.

Address: 700 N Nohl Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA 92807

Wildcatters Dog Park–Brea

Bring your dog to roam freely at Wildcatters Dog Park, located on Santa Fe Road at the corner of Valencia Avenue.

Built as part of the Blackstone housing development, Wildcatters is a lasting community treasure.

Consisting of two separate areas, 1/3 of an acre is dedicated to small dogs (less than 25 pounds), and the second area, almost the size of a football field, is for large dogs (over 25 pounds).

Amenities include shaded benches, drinking fountains with dog bowls, picnic tables, double-entry gates, and grass turf.

Address: 3450 E. Santa Fe Road, Brea, CA 92821

After playing at the park, beat the heat with your pet at these dog-friendly drive-through options and local sweet eateries:

●      Chick-fil-A. Offers complimentary dog treats

●      Starbucks. Offers "Puppuccinos”

●      In-N-Out Burger Offers "Pup Patties”

●      Dairy Queen Offers "Pup Cups”

●      Shack Shack Offers "Pooch-ini" and "Bag o' Bones"

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

This pet-friendly ice cream shop at Packing House Square features a dog menu of frozen treat cups for Fido, as well as popular “baby cones” often ordered for dogs.

Address: 18210 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA, 92886

Bruster's Real Ice Cream

Located in Eastlake Village Center, Bruster's Real Ice Cream is a dog-friendly ice cream shop serving up delicious premium ice cream, baked waffle cones, milkshakes, and more.

While they don't have a dedicated dog menu, they offer Doggie Sundae ‘Pup Cups’ for dogs to enjoy.

Address: 20461 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Long Dog Coffee and Treats

Stop in for specialty coffee, teas, and freshly baked pastries. Hot and cold lattes feature homemade syrups and seasonal flavors. Sample cake, pies, ice cream, and gelato, as well as artisan avocado toast, sandwiches, and organic baked treats for your furry friends.

Address: 152 N Glassell St., STE. D, Orange, CA 92866