Dog Days at the Garden
DATE: Feb. 28 | March 7, 14, 21, 28 | April 4, 11, 18 | May 2, 9
TIME: Jan-April 8-11 a.m. | May 7-10 a.m.
PRICE: Included in Membership or General Admission
Enjoy a Saturday morning from 8-11 a.m. excursion with your four-legged friend through the Garden’s trails. A paw-fect place to enjoy the outdoors together with some great photo ops.
Dogs not permitted at Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse.
As a VIP Pup Club pass holder, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to dog-friendly experiences, including special strolls among the cactus, playful social gatherings and limited-time events throughout the year. The VIP Pup Club is a paw-some way to make lasting memories with your best friend while exploring the desert’s natural wonder together. Dogs are permitted at Dog Days only (Select Saturday mornings throughout the year). Club pass is $30 per household (doesn’t include owner admission). As a thank you for joining, you’ll receive a complimentary dog bandana. See more.
For the health and safety of guests and dogs, please note the following:
- Stay hydrated! Water fountains and refill stations are located throughout the Garden.
- Clean up after your dog and deposit bagged waste in trash receptacles.
- Dogs must be on a leash, licensed and up-to-date on vaccinations.
- Owners must maintain control of their dogs at all times.
- Any dogs deemed to be aggressive to humans or other dogs will be asked to leave the Garden.
- Watch those noses and paws! Be alert to cactus pieces and other debris on the trails and do not allow dogs to wander off trail.
- Be aware of your dog’s limits and monitor your pet for signs of heat stress.
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