RJ Dog Park at Pecos Park

Take Petzooie to Mormon Trailhead in Phoenix, Arizona, for a somewhat strenuous trek. This path is a five-mile circle with a 1,000-foot elevation increase that offers year-round vistas of the desert. Take in the wildflowers and local wildlife along the trail, or simply walk for exercise. Try one of the paths that connect to this one and explore the region if you want a longer hike. There is plenty of parking near the trailhead. Make sure to carry lots of water for both yourself and Petzooie.

You and your dog can explore over 51 miles of primary trails at South Mountain Park and Preserve. Are you not a hiker? Take the Summit Road to Dobbins Lookout or Gila Lookout for a view of the Gila River Valley. Once a month, South Mountain Park hosts Silent Sunday, a day when the park's main access roads are closed to motorized vehicles and only non-motorized traffic is permitted. All hiking trails in Phoenix are subject to leash rules, and pets must be leashed at all times.

Take your dog to Dobbins Lookout to get a bird's eye view of Phoenix. This viewing point is located at a height of 2,330 feet above Phoenix Valley, and it is only a fifteen-minute drive from downtown Phoenix. You can either drive to the top or trek the three-mile Holbert Trail, which is challenging. Try going at sunset, when the sun's light reflects off the rocks, turning them vivid crimson. If you're going hiking, make sure you have plenty of water for both you and Petzooie. At Dobbins Lookout, dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.

Petzooie is welcome to visit The Farm at South Mountain. The lovely surroundings are ideal for a dog walk around the gardens, cafés, and markets. The Morning Glory Café and The Farm Kitchen are two dog-friendly restaurants on the farm.

Bring Petzooie to Esteban Park's Petsmart Dog Park for some fun. He has plenty of space to play and make new pals. For safety, the park is fully enclosed and has two gates at the entry.

At the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, leashed dogs are welcome to accompany their owners as long as they stay on the paved trails. Rio Salado is a habitat restoration project in the Rio Grande Valley. Snap in the sights of the river channel, ponds, rocks, flowers, and wildlife, but just take photos. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times when in the habitat restoration area, according to Phoenix leash laws.