You’ll love living at Upper Ivy with your pup – you’re right in the heart of Culver City’s dog-friendly scene! Off-leash dog parks Culver City and pet-welcoming restaurant patios are everywhere. Everything dog owners need sits within walking distance of your apartment.
New to Culver City CA? Been searching for pet friendly apartments that truly get it? Here’s your guide to the best spots that make apartment living with dogs awesome.
The Boneyard: Your Go-To Dog Park
Walk just 10 minutes from Upper Ivy to reach The Boneyard Dog Park at Duquesne Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard. You’ll want to hang out here with your pup daily.
This 1-acre fenced park has separate areas for small and large dogs. You’ll also find benches, shade structures, and water fountains. It stays open sunrise to 10pm with decomposed granite surfaces that won’t hurt paws.
Want to meet tons of neighbor dogs and their humans? Hit peak social hours: 10am-11:30am and 4pm-6:30pm.
The Boneyard beats those tiny apartment complex dog runs by miles. Your dog gets real space to actually run and play off-leash. Plus, the regulars here are super friendly – it builds instant community for both you and your pup.
Dog-Friendly Dining You Can Actually Walk To
Cafe Vida on Washington Boulevard serves incredible California-style Latin food. They have a huge dog-friendly outdoor seating area. Their Huevos Rancheros are amazing, and your pup gets to chill right beside you.
Meet In Paris brings French bistro vibes but stays totally relaxed. They have this awesome large patio where dogs hang out while you enjoy their house-special mussels.
City Tavern is perfect for after-work craft beers and comfort food. They have several pet-friendly patio tables. You’ll see other Upper Ivy residents hanging with their dogs here all the time.
LaRocco’s New York-style pizza welcomes pups on their patio too. They’ve won Best of Culver City six times, so you know it’s good.
Staying over in one of those pet friendly hotels in Culver City CA while apartment hunting? These same spots will welcome you and your travel buddy. The restaurant scene here doesn’t just tolerate dogs – they actually love having them around.
Pet Services That Don’t Suck
PetSmart sits at 10900 West Jefferson Boulevard just 8 minutes from your door. They have everything – pet supplies, grooming, training, and vet services. Their grooming team rocks, and you can book online which saves time.
Sepulveda Animal Hospital has cared for Culver City pets since 1998. They know what they’re doing.
The newest spot is Papaya Veterinary Care at 11924 Washington Boulevard. This place is gorgeous – they designed it to keep anxious pets calm. The lobby is spacious, and they have all the latest tech. Dr. Tony Nitido runs it, and he gets that pets are family members, not just patients.
Checking out hotels in Culver City with your dog before moving here? Ask them about these local services. Most pet-friendly places can point you toward good emergency vets too.
Insider Tips That Actually Help
- Go to The Boneyard early morning or after 7pm if your dog gets overwhelmed by crowds • Always bring a water bowl to restaurant patios – most places have them but yours won’t be shared • Download the PetSmart app for grooming appointments and curbside pickup (super convenient) • Restaurant patios stay way less busy between 2-4pm if your pup needs quieter vibes
- Try Sorrento Italian Market – they have dog-friendly outdoor seating and amazing meatball subs • The coffee shop has 6 pet-friendly patio tables – great for morning coffee runs
Living at Upper Ivy gives you a luxury apartment AND a community where having a dog makes life better.
The building’s pet-friendly policies work perfectly with Culver City’s dog-loving vibe. Your pup won’t stay stuck inside all day – there’s always somewhere fun to go.
Moving from one of those pet friendly hotels Culver City visitors love? Relocating from another city entirely? This neighborhood welcomes dogs as part of the community.
Schedule your tour today and ask about our pet policies and nearby dog runs. Check out our floor plans and imagine coming home to spacious layouts where you and your pup can actually relax.
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