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GoPetFriendly Visits Pet Friendly Key West, FL

by on Feb 14th, 2011
Destinations: South » Florida
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Last month when we were looking out at the swirling snow and fierce wind, we spent a lot of time imagining ourselves in Key West. Last week we finally arrived at this tropical haven for those needing a break from winter weather. Our day seeing this pet friendly island was a bit much for our dogs, but it could be exactly what you and your pet have been dreaming about.

The Florida Keys, a string of 822 low-lying islands, sweep off the tip of state like a tail. Given the laid-back, friendly attitude of the people here, this tail would definitely be wagging if it could.

Pets are welcome all over the island – from the shops, bars and restaurants on Duval Street, to the sunset celebration held every evening in Mallory Square, to the great off-leash dog park and nearby dog beach.


Southernmost Point

Southernmost Point


Shopping on Duval

A little pup shopping on Duval


Mallory Square

We're a bit early for the sunset watch.


Key West Dog Park

The fabulous Key West Dog Park

One thing that we found unusual, and the dogs found a little too interesting, were the free-ranging roosters. I thought they were very pretty – Ty and Buster thought they looked delicious.


Key West Rooster

Buster-doodle-do!

You could easily spend a long weekend here and not check out all the pet friendly attractions or eat at all the pet friendly restaurants.

There is a nice selection of pet friendly hotels and campgrounds in and around Key West. If you travel with one of the breeds commonly discriminated against (Pit bulls, Rottweilers, Dobermans and German Shepherds) be sure to call in advance to confirm that your dog will be welcomed. The first campground we tried told us we couldn’t stay there because of Buster. As it turned out, we couldn’t have been happier. We spent a week at the Sunshine Key Resort and absolutely loved it – it was the friendliest campground we’ve stayed at to date!

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From Key West to Cape Flattery Sep 21, 2011 at 10:02 am
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Amy@GoPetFriendly Aug 9, 2011 at 2:18 am
That's great! We didn't get to see any iguanas when we were there - I'm glad Ozzy finds them entertaining. =)
Morrisoncompany Aug 8, 2011 at 5:22 pm
We are here in Key West as I'm Typing this and yes they have roosters, chickens & other foul just running wild it's amazing, Ozzy ( our Yorkie ) and I even came across a iguana on our walk at the dog park this morning, Ozzy didn't know what to make of it and it scampered off. Wish I had a camera with me!
Fort De Soto Park Gets Two Dew Claws Up! Mar 8, 2011 at 2:27 am
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Amy@GoPetFriendly Feb 20, 2011 at 8:03 pm
Yes, Hawk – there was much barking, lunging, and cackling involved. Unfortunately we had our hands full and couldn’t get a picture.
Amy@GoPetFriendly Feb 20, 2011 at 8:03 pm
Yes – it was quite entertaining, Karen. In fact, I could have done with a little less entertainment. :-) I can’t imagine what would have happened if I’d been with a spaniel or a pointer, though Ty did his best impression of a bird dog.
Amy@GoPetFriendly Feb 20, 2011 at 8:03 pm
It was great, Michele. Perfect for a defrost and actually bordering on hot. I suppose the Florida natives wouldn’t agree with me on that, but we both got sunburned – the sun is really strong! – and had the air conditioning running a couple of afternoons.
Amy Burkert Feb 16, 2011 at 11:44 pm
Yes - it was quite entertaining, Karen. In fact, I could have done with a little less entertainment. :-) I can't imagine what would have happened if I'd been with a spaniel or a pointer, though Ty did his best impression of a bird dog.
Amy Burkert Feb 16, 2011 at 11:40 pm
Yes, Hawk - there was much barking, lunging, and cackling involved. Unfortunately we had our hands full and couldn't get a picture.
Hawk aka Browndog Feb 16, 2011 at 1:40 am
Hi Y'all, Don't think I've ever met a rooster on the range or not. Don't see any pictures of Ty and Buster meetin' 'im either. Mustin' been one interestin' meetin'. Y'all come by now, Hawk aka BrownDog
Karen Friesecke Feb 15, 2011 at 11:11 pm
Free ranging chickens is one thing that I DID NOT see when I visited Key West! So nice of the citizens to provide visiting dogs with such interesting entertainment :O
Amy Burkert Feb 15, 2011 at 11:27 am
It was great, Michele. Perfect for a defrost and actually bordering on hot. I suppose the Florida natives wouldn't agree with me on that, but we both got sunburned - the sun is really strong! - and had the air conditioning running a couple of afternoons.
Michele Feb 15, 2011 at 1:47 pm
I've never made it to the Keys, and now I definitely want to go. This morning the thermometer read 27! (I do like the cold, but it looks lovely in the Keys.)
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