Ruidoso Loves Pets

Ruidoso prides itself on being a pet-friendly destination. If being able to bring your cat or dog with you on vacation is top of your checklist, most recreation areas allow dogs and many of Ruidoso accommodations welcome pets as do some restaurants with outdoor seating. You’ll also find that some Ruidoso businesses offer baskets, bowls and treats just for your furry friends. And while you're here, check out Ruidoso's popular Dog Park and enjoy pet-friendly adventures.

Need help deciding where to stay, play, or eat with your pet in Ruidoso?

Here's the inside scoop on Ruidoso's pet-friendly establishments and services. 

The Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Pets In Ruidoso

Pet-Friendly Lodging

Pet-Friendly Adventures

Hike with your dog. Camp with your cat. Ruidoso is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors with your furry friends. Discover tips and ideas for pet-friendly outdoor activities.

The Ruidoso Recreation and Park Commission has public dog park at the White Mountain Sports Complex as an off-leash dog area for you and your pet.

Leashed pets are welcome on Ruidoso Trails, Parks and Recreation Areas.

Discover Dog Friendly trails in Lincoln National Forest with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions.

Pet Food, Supplies, Boutiques, Grooming and Boarding

You will find everything that you need for your pet during your vacation in Ruidoso - from grooming to chic pet fashion and high quality food and treats.

No Bones About It Gourmet Dog Bakery and Pet Boutique:  2540 Sudderth Drive #4 Ruidoso,  (575) 257-7531. This store is dedicated to pets and their parents; it is dog and cat friendly and is committed to giving back to the animals that we love & cherish!

Harvey's Feed and Supply:  26551 U.S. Hwy 70 Ruidoso Downs, (575) 378-8750. Sells pet food and treats, collars, leashes, crates and carriers. Family owned and operated, Be careful, you may go home with a kitten from one of their barn cats!

True Value Hardware: 1013 Mechem Drive Ruidoso, (575) 258-4525. Carries quite a lot of food (Blue Buffalo and Blue Wilderness) as well as grooming supplies, toys, collars and are pet friendly.

All 4 Pets Pet Grooming and Pet Supplies: 1301 Mechem Drive Ruidoso, (575) 630-0034 Grooming, good selection pet food, treats and supplies on the north end of Ruidoso, very convenient for visitors staying in Alto.

Kara's Critters:  817 Carrizo Canyon Rd. Ruidoso (on the way to Inn of the Mountain Gods), (575) 257-0808  Professional all breed pet grooming and boarding.

Thundering Paws Pet Resort: 114 Lone Mesa Court Alto, (575) 336-7297  Luxury pet boarding facility with dog suites, cat condos, outdoor play yards and more. Also offer bathing, nail trimming and flea, tick and skunk treatments.

Pet-Friendly Dining

Pets are allowed in many of Ruidoso's restaurants that have outdoor dining available:

Village Buttery 2107 Sudderth Drive, 575-257-9251 - Pet-Friendly, outside only

Downshift Brewing Company - Riverside Address: 2704 Sudderth Dr, +1 575-257-2273 - Pet-Friendly, outside only

Downshift Brewing Compnay - Hidden Tap Address: 2408 B Sudderth Dr,; +1 575-257-5300 - Pet-Friendly, outside only

Tall Pines Beer and Wine Garden 2213 Sudderth Dr,; (575) 630-0327

Zocca Coffee & Tea 1129 Mechem Dr., 575-258-1445  ** They give out complimentary dog treats!

Pet-Friendly Attractions

Ski Apache allows pets on the gondola and on it's trails.1286 Ski Run Rd, Alto, (575) 464-3600

Fort Stanton Live is a pet-friendly event held every summer at the Fort Stanton Historic Site offering living history demonstrations, tours, and great food.

Veterinarians

Should your pet find itself in need of medical care during your visit, these veterinarians all have outstanding reputations:

Ruidoso Animal Clinic 160 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso 575-257-4027 AAHA Accredited Hospital, Certified Cat Friendly Practice and 24 hour on call emergency service

Franklin Veterinary Clinic 100 Service Lane Ruidoso Downs 575-378-4708 A full-service veterinarian hospital for both large and small animals including a pharmacy, surgery suites with state-of-the-art technology, on-site x-ray capabilities and a supervised recovery area.

Mountain View Animal Clinic 1212 Mechem Ruidoso 575-258-5800

Animal Shelter and the Humane Society of Lincoln County

What better keepsake to bring home from Ruidoso than a pet in need of a loving family?  Visit our Animal Shelter at 422 Gavilan Canyon Road and the great staff there will find a perfect match for you.

During your stay you may want to volunteer as a dog walker or cat cuddler. Volunteers are always welcome!

Visit the Humane Society of Lincoln County's Resale Shop for bargains on clothing, furniture and more. Proceeds from sales make up a substantial part of the Humane Society’s budget. It allows them to continue to provide shelter to homeless pets while seeking to find them “forever homes”. Hours are Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm