For Dogs Only: Parks, Kennels, and Dog-Friendly Hotels in the Finger Lakes
So, you're visiting the Finger Lakes or are new to the area and would like to have some fun and make a few connections. Well, we've got just the ticket for you.
WHERE TO GO
Long Walks
If you like long walks in the out of doors with the smell of rabbits, squirrels, and deer, take a hike on just about any of the trails listed here. The Finger Lakes Trail has hundreds of miles through public and private land. State forests and state parks are always a good bet, too. Many nature centers also allow dogs. When hiking, don't forget to bring plenty of water.
Dog Parks
If you happen to be the more social type who likes a good game of fetch or chase, a group howl, or just chilling out together, try the dog parks listed below.
MONROE COUNTY
Add-En-On Playgroup
Mendon Ponds Park
112 Pond Rd.
Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
585-624-1155
Amenities: Fenced in, shaded, grassy area
Note: Large dogs and small dogs come at different times. Fee charged.
ONONDAGA COUNTY
Wegmans Good Dog Park
 Onondaga Lake County Park
On State Route 370, .3 mi. west of John Glenn Blvd., Liverpool, NY
315-453-6712
Amenities: Treed area, fenced, water fawcet, benches
Note: This area is divided in two with one side for small dogs and the other for larger dogs.
Off-Leash Area
Jamesville Beach Park
4110 West Shore Manor
Jamesville, NY 13078
315-435-5252
Amenities: Field
Note: This area is not fenced or shaded. There is no place to sit and no water is available. Bring your own.
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Ithaca Dog Park
 4.8 acre fenced park next to the marina at the Allan H.Treman State Marine Park (adjacent to Cayuga Lake), State Route 89 just north of Cass Park, Ithaca, NY
Amenities: Grassy area, some shade, water fountain, picnic tables, separate activity area for dogs under 25 pounds
Note: Leashed dogs may be walked to the lake (a short distance) where they may swim leash-free. For maps, more information, and blogging opportunities visit Ithaca Unleashed. For information about joining a local dog-owers group visit TCDOG.
WHAT TO DO
Farm Sanctuary is a rescue, education, and advocacy organization for farm animals with a 175-acre farm near Watkins Glen and next to Sugar Hill State Forest. They have three cabins for rent and provide breakfast.
The Humane Society of Rochester and Monroe County at Lollypop Farm has a pet adoption facility, offers tours of its farm, and has a gift shop with many items of interest to dogs. Nature trail, obedience classes.
James Pass Arboretum
If you're one of those well-mannered types that doesn't mind being on a leash, the Pass Arboretum in Syracuse may be just the place for you. This quiet 13.8 acre park is a well-known dog-walking spot with many unique and interesting labeled trees. City wildlife abounds. Street parking is available. Access is along Avery Avenue within easy walking distance of Burnet Park. (The two parks meet at the intersection of Avery and Whittier avenues.) This 88-acre park has a picnic area, swimming pool, golf course, athletic field and zoo. Off-street parking is available at Burnet Park.
Wineries
Many of the wineries in the Finger Lakes allow dogs outdoors.
An EnLIGHTening Experience
Every winter Onondaga County Parks creates a huge, two-mile/three-kilometer drive-through display of lights at Onondaga Lake Park. You can view this display by riding in your own vehicle or by walking on the park's special canine night. A fee is charged. For more information, check out LightsontheLake.com.
See Also
Doggin' The Finger Lakes
BOUTIQUES
Aristocats & Dogs
62 E. Genesee St.
Skaneateles, NY 13152
315-685-4849
CANINE CUISINE (No bones about it!)
Bell's Barkery
CNY Regional Farmer's Market
2100 Park St.
Syracuse, NY 13208
315-374-1120
Dog Daze Bakery
2100 Park St.
Syracuse, NY 13208
315-475-9595
Gourmet Express
6793 State Route 434
Apalachin, NY 13732
607-625-5159
FOR THE (really) ACTIVE DOG
Max 200 Dog Equipment Co.
2113 State Rt. 31
Port Byron, NY 13140
800-446-2920
SELF-SERVE DOG WASHES
(Editor's note: I have to admit this was a new one on me. Now you can, in some cases, take your car to be washed and wash your dog at the same time. Prices vary from place to place, but most places seem to take VISA and MasterCard.)
Addison
Dog Wash
(at Super Shine Car Wash)
152 Front St. (St. Rt. 417)
Addison, NY 14801
607-359-4040
Brockport
The Dog Wash
4612 S. Lake Rd.
Brockport, NY 14420
585-637-7098
Elmira
Self Serve Dog Wash
(at Conwell's Laserwash)
1870 Davis St.
Elmira, NY 14901
607-734-5273
North Syracuse
K9 Wash & Go
Maines Plaza
628 S. Main St.
North Syracuse, NY 13212
315-452-0200
EVENTS
When: Last Saturday in September
Where: Cass Park, State Route 89, Ithaca, NY 14850
Contact: 607-257-1822 ext. 232
Held by the Tompkins County SPCA, Petfest offeres a dog walk along the Cayuga Waterfront Trail, agility and fly ball demonstrations, a doggie day spa, kids activities, and games for the dogs.
When: 4 days the last weekend in September/October
Where: Sampson State Park, Romulus, NY 14541
Conformation, obedience, and agility trials with 3,000-3,500 dogs. Consession stands and dog accessory vendors. Free admission for spectators.
When: 1st Saturday in October
Where: Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, NY 14450
Contact: 585-223-1330
5 mile race or 1.5 mile walk along the nature trail. Doggie day spa, raffles, demonstrations, exhibits, vendors, contests, and much more.
IN MEMORIUM
Would you like to remember your favorite someone with a sculptured likeness or preserve their cremains in a lovely, hand-thrown jar? Check out Richard Aerni and Carolyn Dilcher Stutz's Web site Pet Jars to see their work.
KENNELS/DAY CAMPS/RESORTS
CAYUGA COUNTY
 Casey's Kennels
3570 Twelve Corners Rd.
Moravia, NY 13118
315-497-0304
Chestnut Ridge Kennels
7246 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
Auburn, NY 13021
315-252-8087
CHEMUNG COUNTY
Valley View Kennels
320 Crane Rd.
Elmira, NY 14901
607-734-8160
LIVINGSTON COUNTY
Rosemary's Doggy Bed & Breakfast
3817 Cluny Point
Lakeville, NY 14480
585-319-8166
MONROE COUNTY
Camp Add-En-On
Mendon Ponds Park
112 Pond Rd.
Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
585-624-1155
Camp Bow Wow
85 Mushroom Blvd.
Rochester, NY 14623
585-613-9247
Dogs At Play
75-79 Howell St.
Rochester, NY 14607
585-325-3647
ONONDAGA COUNTY
Canines Unleashed
806 Old Liverpool Rd.
Liverpool, NY 13088
315-451-3538
Doggie Play Day & Grooming Salon
8072 Oswego Rd.
Liverpool, NY 13090
315-652-3321
K-9 Kamp Dog Daycare
2115 Downer
Baldwinsville, NY 13027
-or-
228 Bridge St.
East Syracuse, NY 13057
315-437-7110
LaFayette Kennels
3033 State Rt. 11
LaFayette, NY 13084
315-677-7292
Onondaga Hill Pet Boarding
Stack Veterinary Hospital
5092 Velasko Rd.
Syracuse, NY 13215
315-478-3161
ONTARIO COUNTY
Boom Towne Canine Center
1296 Beaver Creek Rd.
Farmington, NY 14425
585-398-3647
SENECA COUNTY
Mill Creek Cabins
2382 Parmenter Rd.
Lodi, NY
607-582-7673
STEUBEN COUNTY
Blue Jay Kennels
Brown Hollow Rd.
Corning, NY 14830
607-524-6603
TIOGA COUNTY
Pony Express Ranch Kennels
528 Main St.
Waverly, NY 14892
607-529-6420
Spencer Boarding Kennels
70 Finkenbinder Rd.
Spencer, NY 14883
607-589-7295
Red Maple Boarding Kennels
372 Sabine Rd.
Spencer, NY 14883
607-589-6090
TLC Kennels
Stevens Hill Rd.
Willseyville, NY 13864
607-272-1317
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Almost Home
1931 Hanshaw Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-257-4338
The Bed & Biscuit
419 Van Dorn Rd. S.
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-277-2126
Boarding Barn
63 W. Groton Rd.
Groton, NY 13073
607-533-7661
Camp Winwood at Winwood Kennels
793 Vanbuskirk Gulf Rd.
Newfield, NY 14867
607-564-9290
Freeville Dog Kennel and Cattery
642 Wood Rd.
Freeville, NY 13068
607-844-3641
Highland Farm Dog Boarding Kennel
168 W. Miller Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-273-3251
Ithaca Animal Care & Luxury Pet Resort
1653 Slaterville Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-275-3426
Lochopt Kennels
2582 Slaterville Rd.
Slaterville Springs, NY 14881
607-539-6087
Pet Playhouse Kennels
274 76 Rd., #A
Brooktondale, NY 14817
607-539-6600
Prestige Boarding Kennel
5309 Heverly Rd.
Trumansburg, NY 14886
607-546-4189
WAYNE COUNTY
Orchard Kennels
1570 Walworth Penfield Rd.
Walworth, NY 14568
315-986-1605
DOG-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATIONS
Motels/Hotels
Caboose Motel
Best Western
Clarion
Comfort Inn
Country Inn & Suites (Ithaca)
Days Inn
EconoLodge
The Erwin Motel
Hampton Inn
Holiday Inn
Lodge on the Green
Microtel Inn & Suites Seneca Falls
Motel 6
Quality Inn
Ramada
Red Roof Inn
Skaneateles Suites
B&Bs/Inns
Many places will accommodate dogs but don't want to publicize the fact. The best thing to do is to call the place where you want to stay and describe your dog. Offering to pay a refundable security deposit can act as an inducement to a cautious bed and breakfast or inn owner.
Canandaigua Inn on the Lake
770 S. Main St.
Canandaigua, NY 14424
800-228-2801
Inn on Columbia
228 Columbia St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-272-0204
John Morris Manor Bed & Breakfast
2138 State Rt. 89
Seneca Falls, NY 13148
866-484-4218
Log Country Inn Bed & Breakfast
4 La Rue Rd.
Spencer, NY 14883
800-274-4771
Mom's Place Bed and Breakfast
5040 Perry City Rd.
Trumansburg, NY 14886
607-387-5597
The Noble House Farm
215 Connecticut Hill Rd.
Newfield, NY 14867
607-277-4798
Tillinghast Manor Bed & Breakfast
7246 S. Main St.
Ovid, NY 14521
607-869-3584
Turtle Dreams B&B
481 Lafayette Rd.
Groton, NY 13073
607-838-3492
The Vagabond Inn
3300 Sliter Rd.
Naples, NY 14512
585-554-6271
Campgrounds
Most campgrounds listed in the Accommodations section of the Web site permit dogs. Call just to be sure.
Cottages
Check the Accommodations section of this Web site for a list of short-term rentals in the Finger Lakes. (Of all the cottage rentals listed on the rentals page, Vacation Rentals By Owner seems to have the greatest number of rentals that will accept pets.)
Apartment Rentals
Lollypop Farm maintains a Pet-Friendly Apartment List for dogs who are interested in living in or around Rochester. They also have a brochure with advice on being a responsible renter and how to write a resume that will help you show off your best traits and make you even more appealing to potential landlords. (Hint: This brochure could certainly be used by any dog interested in renting in the Finger Lakes.)
Notes to companion humans:
1. State law requires that all dogs be vaccinated against rabies. If asked, you must be able to provide proof of such. All dogs residing in New York State must be licensed and that license must be worn by the dog.
2. State law allows police, environmental conservation, and peace officers to shoot dogs chasing deer. DO NOT allow your dog to chase wildlife.
Updated 24 December 2009 |
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