Schenectady makes it easy to bring your pet along. Historic streets, riverfront walks and plenty of patios mean you and your dog can spend a full day out together, whether you’re a local or just passing through.
Pet-Friendly Restaurants
- Wolff’s Biergarten (165 Erie Boulevard): a lively German beer garden with Bavarian-style food and a long list of German and craft beers. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.
- The Nest (512 State Street): Southern comfort food like shrimp and grits and chicken and biscuits, served on a large patio that welcomes pets.
- Arthur’s 1795 (35 N Ferry Street): a historic café and market with a walk-up window and a sidewalk patio where your dog can sit with you.
- 151 Bar and Restaurant (151 Lafayette Street): drinks, food and happy hour on outdoor decks where dogs are welcome.
Pet-Friendly Places to Stay
- Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown (450 State Street): up to two pets per room for an additional fee, with a 75-pound weight limit.
- The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino & Resort (21 Rush Street): one pet per room, up to 75 pounds. Call ahead to confirm a pet-friendly room is available before booking.
Tips for Exploring with Your Pet
- Keep your dog leashed in busy downtown areas and on patios.
- Check pet policies and fees before you book a hotel, since they can change.
- Bring water, waste bags and a familiar blanket or bed for overnight stays.
Veterinary Care, Boarding, Daycare and Grooming Near Schenectady
A short drive from downtown Schenectady, Aqueduct Animal Hospital in Rexford offers complete veterinary care for pets at every stage of life. We also provide boarding, doggy daycare and grooming, so your pet’s medical and everyday care happen with a team that already knows them. Find us at 896 Riverview Road.
