Pet Care in The Castro

Complete guide to dog ownership in the Castro, San Francisco. Eureka Valley dog park, Corona Heights off-leash, Castro Street dining, vets, and insider tips.

By Pawel Kaczmarek •
Excellent Walkability
Ward • 94114 • Near Castro Theatre, Harvey Milk Plaza

Local Tips from The Castro Dog Owners

  • Eureka Valley DPA has a separate small dog area - rare in SF
  • Corona Heights is unfenced - only for dogs with reliable recall
  • Castro Street is extremely walkable with many dog-friendly businesses
  • Twin Peaks blocks most fog - Castro gets more sun than western neighborhoods

Dog Parks in The Castro

Eureka Valley Dog Play Area

100 Collingwood St, San Francisco, CA 94114

Surface: Decomposed granite and dirt

Small dog area: Yes

Hours: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Corona Heights Dog Play Area

32 Museum Way, San Francisco, CA 94114

Surface: Dirt, rock, grass patches

Small dog area: No

Hours: 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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Dog-Friendly Patios in The Castro

Starbelly

3583 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94114

Patio: Year-round · Heated

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on heated garden patio. Water bowls provided. Very dog-friendly staff.

Kitchen Story

3499 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94114

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome at sidewalk tables. Weekend brunch lines are long - go early.

Fable

558 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome at front patio tables. Upscale casual atmosphere.

The Castro Pet Care Services

Dog Walking

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Dog Boarding

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Doggy Daycare

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Drop-In Visits

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House Sitting

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Veterinary Care Near The Castro

San Francisco Animal Medical Center (SFAMC)

24/7

2343 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115

415-872-1872 Visit website

Castro Animal Hospital

Dog License

536 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114

415-658-7745

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Duboce Animal Hospital

Dog License

2120 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114

415-864-0300

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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