Pet Care in Del Mar

Complete guide to dog ownership in Del Mar, San Diego. Seasonal dog beach access, Torrey Highlands Dog Park, dog-friendly dining (Board & Brew, Sbicca), vets, and local tips.

By Pawel Kaczmarek
Excellent Walkability
Ward 92014 Near Del Mar Dog Beach, Del Mar Plaza

Local Tips from Del Mar Dog Owners

  • Del Mar Dog Beach: off-leash Labor Day to mid-June, dawn-8AM only during summer
  • Summer restrictions: North Beach on-leash only 8AM+, South Beach always on-leash
  • Torrey Highlands Dog Park is 1 acre - great for running
  • Beach access via 29th St - free public parking nearby

Dog Parks in Del Mar

Torrey Highlands Dog Park

Lansdale Dr off Del Mar Heights Rd, San Diego, CA 92130

Surface: Turf & mulch

Small dog area: Yes

Hours: 24 hours

Dog-Friendly Patios in Del Mar

Board & Brew

1212 Camino Del Mar #2506, Del Mar, CA 92014

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on patio. Water bowls available. Casual atmosphere.

Sbicca

215 15th St, Del Mar, CA 92014

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on upper deck patio. Water bowls provided. Ocean breezes.

Pacifica Del Mar

1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

Patio: Year-round · Heated

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on patio with advance notice. Upscale beachfront dining.

Veterinary Care Near Del Mar

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center

24/7

7675 Mission Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Rancho Santa Fe Veterinary Hospital

971A Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach, CA 92075

858-759-8797

Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 9AM-5PM

VCA Pacific Petcare Animal Hospital

12720 Carmel Country Rd, Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92130

858-481-1101

Mon-Fri 7:30AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-5PM

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