If you’re new to the area or want to find some new weekend adventures that are dog friendly we’ve compiled a list of parks, walks, trails, vets and shops that will welcome you and your smaller four-legged friends.
Parks
Uplands Dog Off-Leash Park
As the name suggests, it’s the place to be if you have four-legged family members. This large fenced-off green allows everyone to stretch their legs. It’s a great place to meet other dog owners and let your dogs socialize.
Brookswood Dog Park
Stretch your legs at Brookswood Dog Park. This park has a large fenced area to let your dog run around off-leash. They’ll love meeting other dogs at this popular dog park. The park has a washroom with a dog-friendly hose to get the mud and dirt off their paws.
Derby Reach
The scenic Derby Reach is home to a serene river and picnic areas, perfect for a big day out for the whole family. The park is divided into three sections which allow for some off-leash exercise and socialising for your pup. You can make a whole day trip and take a packed lunch to share at one of their picnic tables by the riverside. This park also connects to the Fort-to-Fort trail and edge farm trail, these trails are dog-friendly as long as you keep them on leash.
Linwood Park Off-Leash Dog Area.
A fully-fenced area where your pup can give their legs a good stretch and meet other dogs. This is an off-leash space so it can sometimes be home to mayhem when lots of dogs are there, if your dog has good social skills they will love this environment. Along with the fenced “off-leash” zone, there are other parts of the park that can be explored on-leash. These include walking trails covered with dense forest and wildlife.
Houston Trail
An awesome 4.2km trail where you can take your pup as long as they stay on leash. You’ll get some mountain views, dense bush and lovely scenery as you work your way around this Langley trail. This trail is also equine friendly so your horse and dog can have an adventure at the same time.
Irene Peace Trail
4.5km of serene settings, forest and wetlands. You can bring your dog on a leash and also your larger equine family members. This trail is a loop with a few off-loop areas to explore.
Vets
Fort Langley Veterinary Clinic
This clinic is a small and friendly full-service veterinary practice. They are equipped to deal with any medical, surgical, dental and preventative care for your dog, cat and other small animals. Their goal is to provide the best possible medical service for your four-legged friends along with providing education to pet owners.
Murrayville Animal Hospital
Murrayville hospital is a full-service veterinary practice for all pets. The friendly team has years of experience in providing the best possible services for your pet. They offer physical exams, vaccinations, flea and worm treatment, teeth/dental, laboratory testing, spraying, declawing, microchipping, ultrasounds, x-rays, orthopedic surgeries and boarding. Along with their medical practices, they have a dog breeding program that looks after your pregnant pups.
Small creatures vet clinic
As the name suggests small creatures are an expert clinic in dealing with cats, dogs and other small animals. They are a well-known and trusted vet practice in langley who has been providing medical care for pets since 1994. Their services include general checkups, pet nutrition, vaccinations, x-rays, lab work, dental hygiene and so much more. They’ll consider your pets one of their own and provide specific care tailored to your animal.
Shops
Waldo and Tubbs
Waldo and Tubbs is a well-stocked pet shop in Fort Langley. They have a huge range of supplies including treats, pet food, fashionable coats, leads and collars, toys, feeding bowls and much more. Their range is perfect if you’re after a high-quality pet-related gift or just want to treat your four-legged friend.
Pet Smart
Is a large chain store offering over 10,000 products in each store – you can be sure to find what you need here. Along with their huge range of pet products their Langley shop includes grooming, dog training, cat and dog boarding and Doggie Day Camp. If you’re in the market for a new family member they offer a range of animals for sale including dogs, cats, birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and several breeds of small animals like guinea pigs, chinchillas, gerbils, hamsters and mice. If you want a one-stop-shop, Pet Smart is the place to go.
Milner Feed & Pet Supply
Located in Langley township this is the perfect stop if you’re after feed supplies for any of your animals – including equine. Their team is dedicated to finding the best pet nutrition and will help give you advice tailored to your animals. Their range of high-quality dog food includes raw options and many local products and is even made in Fraser Valley. Your dog will love the range of products which include, treats, toys, high-quality collars leads and much more. If you own horses too, you’re in luck, they have a good range of feed, tack, stable bedding and other farm supplies.
Other
Hydro Paws
If your dog has suffered an injury or has mobility issues, Hydro paws can help with their recovery through the use of their dog swim pools and underwater treadmill. Located in Maple Ridge this practice offers physiotherapy in the form of hydrotherapy. They offer therapeutic, condition and recreation services in a safe environment. Along with aiding your dog to recover your dog will love being able to splash around in their specialized pools. The practice is owned and operated by certified Hydrotherapists who are committed to providing the best outcome for your pup.
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