Looking for somewhere to hang out with your dog? From dog-friendly restaurants to the best dog runs, we've sniffed out all the best pet-friendly places in Singapore.
We like to think of ourselves as an inclusive lot here at HoneyKids, and we’re always on a mission to discover the best family-friendly eats, activities and cool new things to try in Singapore for kids and adults. But what about the other endlessly loyal members of the family? Yup, pets need paw-some pet friendly places to hang out, too, so we’ve been barking up the right trees all over Singapore in search of days out for humans and their pooches. From family friendly staycations and early brunches to outdoors activities, here’s a curated list of (almost) everything dog-friendly in Singapore. Read on for our recommendation on where to get some uber-chic dog accessories, too!
Pet-friendly cafes and restaurants in Singapore
With Singapore Food Agency’s (SFA) easing of outdoor dining regulations with pets, we’re seeing more pet-friendly cafes and restaurants popping up around Singapore. Still, not every outdoor dining space welcomes pets; it’s still a good practice to ask. Together with our furry reporter, we’ve done the legwork visiting pet-friendly cafes and restaurants around Singapore, so you know where to go. Save our list!
Dog-friendly activities in Singapore
Get Healthy with Puppy Yoga: Dog-friendly yoga
What happens when you combine your two favourite activities together? You get a blast of dopamine and for good! Not only do you get to spend time with your favourite pal, but you’ll also be moving and stretching your way to better health. The trainers at Puppy Yoga will take you through a series of gentle yoga poses with your fur friend by your side. (ok, let’s be real, they’ll be sniffing and mingling with other dogs too) Hoomans without a dog are welcome too!
Where: Puppy Yoga, classes are held at OMD Cafe, 12 East Coast Road, Singapore 428723
12. Art Jam with Dogs at Avant-Garde Art Space: Dog-friendly art jam
The only art critic of this art space is Merah, the resident pooch. She judges with big smiles and love, and teaches your fur friend to do the same, while her humans guide you through your masterpiece. Take all the time you need to paint your canvas, design a ukulele, or personalise your paper shoot camera. All art supplies are provided and there’s even a complimentary drink to keep you going.
Where: Avant-Garde Art Space, 39 Jln Pemimpin, #04-03A Tailee Industrial Building, Singapore 577182
13. Pet Reiki with Reiki Glow: Pet reiki sessions
All of us could use the extra boost of universal energy that helps with stress-relief, balance, and release, while promoting the body’s natural healing abilities. All you have to do is lie down and relax. Don’t worry about Fido, because dogs know a good thing when they feel it, they’ll sit and enjoy all they need, and let you know when it’s time to go. While you are at it, throw in a relaxing sound bath session too.
Where: Reiki Glow, pet reiki sessions are done at your homes. Visit the website for more information.
14. First Class Cruise on Royal Albatross: Pet-friendly cruise
Who’s been a good dog? If it’s your dog, and you’re thinking of treating your furkid, how about taking them on a dog cruise? The Royal Albatross sails every weekend for breakfast and sunset dinner. Doggos can feast on a three-course gourmet menu specially curated by PetCubes. Plus, your pet gets to sit on the dining table, just like any other member of the family. There’s even a surprise dog goodie bag waiting for them! All dogs are welcome on the cruise.
Where: Royal Albatross, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
15. Charter a boat with pet cruise
Charter a 26-foot catamaran for up to 10 passengers (including four-legged friends) and set sail to Seletar Island with the whole family on a two-hour cruise equipped with both human AND doggy life jackets. This one’s guaranteed to put life in the ol’ sea-dog and make for an afternoon of fun for all!
Where: Pet Cruise, call (+65) 9637 5009 or email petcruise88@gmail.com
16. Swim with doggo at Wag & Wild: Dog waterpark
Who doesn’t love a cool dip on a hot day? Especially when you are covered in thick fur! Head to the largest dog waterpark in Singapore, Wag & Wild, for a splashing good time with your furkids, not to mention it’s great exercise. Bring your toys and play catch in the water, or just paddle around in the pools for the hour-long session. There are open shower facilities so you can wash and dry Fido before you leave (byo dryer), and for humans, a changing area to dry up.
Where: Wag & Wild, 2 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-13, Singapore 608512
17. Kick back on Tanjong Beach: Dog-friendly beach
A fur-tastic place to bring your kids AND your dog for a fun-packed day by the sea. Dogs are allowed on the sand with their human friends before taking a dip in the sea to cool off. Although normal rules do apply – they have to stay on the leash. Feeling hun-grrrrrr-y? Tanjong Beach Club will welcome your pup and provide bowls of drinking water, too.
Where: Tanjong Beach, 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098942
18. Head to the dog runs
Singapore is a green city, of course there are dog run parks around the island. These little enclosures are perfect for the doggies to run off-leash to socialise, play, and expend their excess energy. Although certain breeds may need a muzzle (check the AVS rules to see if your pet needs one). We love the ones at Jurong Lake Gardens and Bishan Park 2, for its lush greenery, and the super spacious ones at Punggol Waterway and West Coast Park. Refer to Nparks’ list of parks to have fun with your dogs.
19. Walk the Rail Corridor: Dog-friendly hiking for the family
This gorgeously green 24km stretch between the old Tanjong Pagar railway station and the Woodlands Train checkpoint is where Singapore used to be connected by train to Malaysia. The line is now unused but far from unloved, and provides an ideal rambling spot for the whole family, four-legged pals included. You can also nip to fam-fave ‘hood, Bukit Timah, whilst you’re here!
Where: Rail Corridor, between Tanjong Pagar Railway Station and Woodlands Train Checkpoint
20. Explore the Singapore Botanic Gardens: Dog-friendly park
The Botanic Gardens is a popular place for scenic dog walks, surrounded by lush greenery. Canine friends are not allowed off-leash but can explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with the fam before a well-earned big bowl of water at pet-friendly Bee’s Knees at the Garage (humans can have coffee if they prefer). Keep a lookout for free concerts in the garden at the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage.
Where: Singapore Botanic Gardens, 1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569
21. Marina Barrage for kids and furkids
Pack up the kids, the dog and the kites and head over to Marina Barrage, Singapore’s largest reservoir, for a breezy afternoon by the sea. It is generally pet-friendly but well-behaved dogs must remain on the leash. There’s also free water play for the littlies, yay!
Where: Marina Barrage, 8 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018951
Dog-friendly hotels in Singapore
22. Tiny Away Escape at Lazarus Island
This is one getaway for you and your furry friend, without the need for a passport. Tiny Away Escape are tiny houses repurposed from shipping containers. But that’s not all. They also use recycled plastic and wood fibres, and rely on solar power as their main energy source (there’s back up, don’t worry). These pet-friendly tiny houses are set right in front of the lagoon, with lots of open space for the doggos to run around. Take walks in nature around the island or hike over to St. John’s Island, Singapore’s former quarantine island. Every house comes with air-conditioning and a kitchenette to prepare light meals. Bring your own food otherwise head to SOL by BDC (open on weekends only), the island’s only convenience store, for a BBQ bundle with food and pit!
Where: Tiny Away Escape, Lazarus, 11A, Pulau Seringat, Singapore 099556
23. CSC @ Loyang: Dog-friendly chalet
Won’t Fido be so happy to celebrate his birthday with all his doggo pals? And you can do so at Civil Service Club (CSC) @ Loyang, where they have four super pet-friendly chalets. Each of the bungalows accommodate up to 20 furkids in the day (four for stayovers), with access to the beach, a common dog run, and a washing point – how thoughtful! Plus, with the indoor playroom and outdoor play areas, including a swimming pool, it’s fun for the whole family here!
Where: CSC@Loyang, 159W Jln. Loyang Besar, Singapore 507020
24. Capella Hotel Singapore
Situated on Sentosa Island, Capella feels pretty close to an exotic beach getaway without having to leave the country. With lots of green space, a beach right on the doorstep, and myriad amenities within the hotel, your pet (and you!) are in for a fun-filled stay. Immerse yourself in five-star luxury, or venture out to Palawan beach and let your dog and kids frolic in the sand while you sip Sangria at the trendy FOC Sentosa. This pet-friendly staycation is available in all room types, with no added fee if your furkid is 6kg or under. We hear that its welcome pack for the pooch includes an elegant daybed, lots of toys and treats, and even a birthday cake if it’s your pet’s birthday! Plus, the pet “spa-cation” package ensures YOU and your pooch gets all the TLC needed with a relaxing spa sessions. Yes, you too!
Where: Capella Hotel Singapore, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297
25. Gallop Kranji Farm Resort
How about getting away for a break in the countryside with the kids and the hound in tow? We love Kranji for its amazing farms, and Gallop Kranji Farm Resort caters for the whole family when it comes to an easy staycation right here in Singapore. The pet-friendly Executive room comes with a private jacuzzi bath and even has a small patio area for your furkids to run free.
Where: Gallop Kranji Farm Resort, 10 Neo Tiew Lane 2, Singapore 718813
26. Into the Woods, Lazarus Island
Step out of the concrete jungle and Into the Woods on Lazarus Island, where it’s all about slow living, glamping style, in the lush tranquility of Lazarus Island. Your pet-friendly stay starts at one of the nine heavy-duty canvas tents, furnished with all the amenities you need– think plush bed, mini kitchenette with light snacks and drinks, and a welcome kit for mindful reflections. The tent opens up to a view of the Straits of Singapore, together with open spaces in nature for your furry friends to explore. One thing to note is that only communal bathrooms are available here but they are exclusive to guests of Into the Woods.
Where: Into the Woods,15A Pulau Seringat, Lazarus Island, Singapore 099551
27. Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa
A resort-style pet-cation destination in Sentosa – the Amara Sanctuary Resort, offers the Pampered Paws package, which includes a night stay at a luxurious suite for two adults and a dog, complimentary breakfast, wifi, and an array of curated amenities for your pet. Go out and explore Sentosa with the kids and check out everything this beautiful island has to offer. Or, stay in, order up some room service, and enjoy the in-suite jacuzzi with your furry friend.
Where: Amara Sanctuary Resort, 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099394
Where to buy cool dog merch and accessories in Singapore
So you’ve just recently become new paw-rents, and are beyond excited to shop ’till you drop for the furbaby. We get it! We’ve been there, done that, and got a whole drawer full of new pet vests with tags on to prove it. When it comes to pet attire, who doesn’t want to have chic items that make them stand out? Thinking about a car seat and stroller combo? We’ve reviewed one just for your. Read on to find out where you can buy cute accessories for your dog in Singapore.
28. Tavo’s Maeve Pet Protection System
No more worrying about window-jumping or your furkids eating off the floor at mealtimes because there’s a new travel system for pets in town, that’s a car seat and a stroller in one! It’s also the first ever system that’s benchmarked against international children’s safety standards. Why? Because furkids are kids too! From the makers of Nuna, the baby stroller brand known for its strong commitment to safety, comes Tavo, its sister brand dedicated to pet protection.
Tavo’s Maeve Pet Protection System is a three part system which includes a carrier bed, a stroller, and a safety-tested vehicle base. Sounds familiar? If you’ve used the baby car seat stroller combo for your kid, this works exactly the same, except for pets. Unlike the ones for babies, this comes in different sizes and features scratch-proof materials (tried, tested, and approved by our furkid) And especially useful for Singapore’s climate, the canopy even has UPF50+ sun protection.
Honestly, we’ve never thought of getting a car seat or stroller for our furkid but after trying out Tavo’s Maeve Pet Protection System, we learnt what we were missing! As a car seat, with a vehicle base that’s installed in just two steps, it not only keeps my excitable furkid safe but it also calms her during car rides. She restfully curls up after long walks or can safely look out the window. The carrier bed comes with two padded mattresses which can be removed for washing. When clicked onto the smooth-like-butter stroller system, my furkid can enter pet-friendly shopping malls that require no paws on floors and sit at the table with us during mealtimes! Will she jump off? She has tried to, but the leash attachments and extra leashes at the sides keep her in. A little thoughtful detail, for the humans, is found in the organiser on the push bar. There’s a phone holder, cup holder, and a magnetic enclosure for anything else. Did I mention how easy it is to fold and unfold the stroller frame? I can proudly do it with one hand!
29. CreatureLand: Cute outfits for dogs
Here’s another dog shop to browse at if you’re looking for fun, quirky apparel. CreatureLand offers printed tees, cropped and sleeveless tops, and sleeve shirts. Perfect for Singapore’s weather! You can even accessorise with cool visors and jockey hats. There’s even adorable raingear to protect your floof from getting drenched. Puppers will be the most fashionable dog in town, for sure!
30. Dress a Pet: Cute dog costumes
Are you one of those folks who loves dressing their dog up? (No judging here – honest!). Then the selection of pet costumes by Dress a Pet will definitely bowl you over. The outfits will look great for a photoshoot with your furry friend, a Halloween party, or even a day out. Every item is reasonably priced, and you can be sure that doggo will look cute once you’ve dressed them up.
31. Brown & Butter: Colourful dog name tags
You can personalise a whole range of colourful pet name tags at Brown & Butter, and spruce it up even more with quirky charms! We love the playful ones that says “If I fits, I sit.. on you” or “Paw-fect lah” and especially the Charmbitz for humans that says “#Dogslave” and “Broke dog ma”. Free shipping to Singapore and Indonesia.
32. FuzzYard: Unique pet accessories
Looking for dog accessories that stand out? Well, look no further than FuzzYard. It’s a proud Australian brand that’s been designing and dropping the freshest selection of pet accessories since 2003. The brand is known for its unique design and premium quality pet clothing, pet beds, and harnesses. FuzzYard offers international shipping, or you can check out the local store Good Dog People for some FuzzYard finds.
Haven’t added a fur-ever friend to your family yet? Check out this list of where to adopt dogs in Singapore.
