August is finally here, and with it comes National Dog Month! Our pups deserve pampering too, and we’ve got the list of paw-sitively the best places to treat your four-legged friend this month!
Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner with your pup on the patio. This neighborhood favorite offers Southern-inspired classics and a relaxed, dog-friendly vibe.
12 South’s first full-service hotel is dog-friendly, featuring breezy courtyards, rooftop terraces and The Poet’s Courtyard — a serene spot for pups to relax or play. Located near parks, patios and coffee shops.
Celebrate with a plush Goo Goo toy, branded leash and collar for your dog. Available online or at the Goo Goo Chocolate Co. in downtown Nashville, along with Music City–themed pet toys.
From August 8–10, head to The Gumbo Bros with your pup for a weekend benefiting Wags & Walks Nashville! Dogs get free peanut butter cups and a special dog-friendly menu (hello, Shepherd’s Pie), while humans can sip the Good Boy cocktail—50% of profits go to the cause.
Treat your pup to a VIP (Very Important Pup) stay at Hutton Hotel this National Dog Day! Their Paws-itively Perfect Program includes pet-friendly floors, no size or breed restrictions (up to 2 dogs), and perks like food bowls, toys, and treats from local nonprofit Crossroad Pets. With a prime Music Row location and a one-time $75 pet fee, it’s the perfect dog-friendly getaway.
This Sylvan Park staple has a spacious patio perfect for dining with your dog. Enjoy Southern favorites and new large-format brunch dishes in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Bring your pup for patio dining and order from the special dog menu featuring items like the Bow Wow Burger and The Healthy Hound. Visit their site for full menu details.
Select distilleries across the Trail are hosting dog-friendly events all month, including on-site adoptions and supply drives in partnership with local shelters. Participating distilleries include Leiper’s Fork, Nelson’s Green Brier and Old Glory. Adopted pups receive a Whiskey Wag Pack with treats, toys and more.
Pets are VIPs with the P.A.W. program offering plush beds, toys, treats and more. The Gulch Dog Park is nearby, and the on-site restaurant features a dog menu and a pet-friendly patio.
Waldo’s Chicken & Beer, Germantown
Join for yappy hour on August 1, 4–7 pm. Enjoy $5 spiked slushies and blueberry vodka lemonades while your pup enjoys treats. A portion of proceeds benefits Crossroads Pets, in partnership with Pickers Vodka.