20 Pet Friendly Stores In The USA

Petco's pet-friendly policy applies to nationwide stores. The business is not just welcoming but also committed to helping pets lead rewarding lives, and they do so by offering an enjoyable retail experience for pets.

Petco stores have friendly employees who are trained to handle pets. They have designed the stores in a way that minimizes stress for pets. Some Petco locations have separate areas for cats and dogs to minimize anxiety-inducing interactions.

As a defacto supplier of accessories to pets, Petsmart is concerned with ensuring that all owners and their companions will have a pleasant experience. Food, treats, toys, bedding, and other basics for your furry friend are available while you are in tow with them.

Grooming and veterinary services, along with training classes, are additional services that complement some of the Company's various locations.

Unlike the pet stores above that are specifically designed for pets, Home Depot was not. However, the hardware store does allow pets in some locations if your dogs are service dogs or well-behaved. 

The pet-friendly approach taken by Home Depot has been a valuable contributor to its success across the US. As of 2024, over 2000 stores are registered, and, almost all of them are welcoming to pets.

Like Home Depot, Lowe’s allows pets in stores if you follow their regulations. They allow service animals and well-behaved dogs that are leashed, harnessed, or carried.

They will not allow your dog to run around the store freely, and you will be asked to leave if they threaten customers or damage anything.

You will also have to clean up any mess they make while shopping. Ensure that you have let them clear their bladder and bowels before bringing them to the store with you.

Considered one of the friendliest non-pet retail stores for pets in America, Tractor Supply Co. allows well-trained dogs in their stores. Well-trained dog implies a potty-trained dog who doesn't get nervous around strangers.

This means you can bring your furry friends and let them pick the treats and toys they want. Tractor Supply has a wide variety of dog products and supplies. Some stores even set up clinics on the weekends to help with pet services.

Another dog-friendly shop is Bass Pro Shops. They allow friendly dogs on leashes in their stores and have strict policies against aggressive dogs. They have not singled out any breed types but dangerous or destructive dogs will be asked to leave, regardless of breed.

Even though your furry companion is allowed in stores, they might not be allowed to enter certain parts of the store like the cafe. Your pet might only be allowed in dog-friendly areas like inside the store, parking lot, entrance, or exit. Confirm with your local store before stopping by.

You can take up to two dogs while shopping at Nordstrom. But, they should be over six months of age and well-trained. 

Some dog owners might feel unfairly treated due to the supposed favoritism towards some breeds. The store might refuse access to some perceived aggressive breeds like Rottweilers, Pit Bulls, and Doberman Pinschers.

Many Sephoras are located in department stores or malls. These buildings do not allow pets. Therefore, Sephora has no choice but to follow the rules. 

However, there are some Sephoras that are located outside these buildings. These stores allow pets inside their premises, according to their customers.

You won't have to leave your dog home alone, thanks to the pet-friendly policy of Michaels. This craft store boasts its image as compassionate toward housepets.

Make sure to carry some sort of tissue or paper towel and a potty bag with you to clean up with in case your dog has an accident.

With over 50 stores in the US, Bloomingdale's has established itself as an attractive location for pet parents.  However, if your local store is inside a shopping mall, you might need to call and confirm before bringing your pup.

If you plan on dining at the store’s on-site restaurant Le Train Blue after shopping, you might have to leave your pup at home. They do not allow them inside the restaurant.

Not only does Anthropologie has some of the trendiest clothing items and chic home decor, but they also allow shoppers to bring in their loyal friends. This is applicable in all stores nationwide, and like all pet stores, they have to be on a leash and well-behaved.

Anthropologie also has a wide range of items for pets under their pet store section. Shoppers no longer have to wonder what to get for their pets. They can ask their pet dogs to choose what they like, making everything easier.

TJ Maxx's pet policy depends on local regulations and the store manager’s decisions. However, they are widely known to have pet-friendly locations. 

Most store locations do allow leashed and well-behaved dogs. However, they have not openly discussed their store pet policies so it is a good idea to call ahead and double-check before heading out with your pet.

Banana Republic is notably dog-friendly. Some stores will even reward your doggo with treats for their good behavior in stores.

Having said that, the dog must be on its best behavior when inside the store. And, if your dog disturbs other customers or they complain about your furry friend, you might be asked to leave the store.

Old Navy, owned by the same company as Gap and Banana Republic, has an informal pet-friendly policy. It is without a doubt that your dogs will not be allowed inside an Old Navy if it is located in a mall unless the mall has a pro-pet policy.

However, outside malls, Old Navy does allow pets in some stores, but only if the store manager is convinced your dog will not threaten the safety of their customers. Old Navy will always put the safety of their customers before your dog, so make sure your furry friend is well-behaved.

Bookworms find Barnes & Noble as the perfect place to relax with a good book and your pup. There are no official rules about allowing pets, but service dogs can enter without any restriction.

However, some customers affirm that their pets were allowed inside the store. This might be because their pets were well-behaved, and the store manager was open to it. But, according to the customers, pets were not allowed in their in-store coffee shops.

Most Pottery Barns are inside a mall, so they are bound by the rules of the buildings they are in. However, some stores outside shopping stips and malls are pet-friendly, even though they do not have a public pet policy.

Shoppers have shared experiences where they were allowed to shop inside the store without any problems. 

But like all pet-friendly stores, conditions apply. Only well-behaved and trained dogs might be allowed inside. Aggressive dogs that disrupt the shopping experience will be asked to leave the premises.

Apple Stores, across the US, do not mind the presence of leashed dogs or cats in backpacks. However, some restrictions may be imposed during the peak time of business.

Some Apple locations prefer you leave your dog at home, especially around the holidays when it gets hectic. Dogs get easily overwhelmed by crowds and may start misbehaving and disrupting the peace of other customers.

Macy's does not have a universal pet policy for all their stores, so each store sets its own rules. This means that while some locations welcome well-behaved, leashed dogs, others do not allow them. 

Even if a Macy’s in your area is dog-friendly, it is important to note that there might be certain rules you have to follow, like not taking dogs to the food court or controlling their behavior towards other dogs in stores.

The best way to confirm a Macy's pet policy is to contact the store directly.

The best thing that happens when one goes to Ross Dress for Less is that everything, from clothes to home decor items, is available for 20–60% less in price than the retail price. Moreover, they have an entire section for your pet, and you are allowed to shop from there with your pet.

Many locations allow dogs, but since they have no specific pet policy, it is better to call your local store in advance.

Get lost in the aisles of never-ending arts and crafts items while shopping at Hobby Lobby.

Even when you leave your dog at home just to do a quick supply run to this store, you surely end up way over the time you wanted to spend; thus, it is always better to bring your dog along.