Off-leash dog beach at the south end of Gillson Park on Lake Michigan, with permit required. Dogs must be on leash in the rest of Gillson Park. Permit fees: $52 for Wilmette residents, $247 for non-residents.
Exclusively cage-free and kennel-free luxury boarding and daycare in an 8,000 sq.ft. indoor/outdoor facility on the North Shore. Offers smaller pack sizes, direct yard access, and on-site overnight staff.
Women-owned integrative practice blending traditional medicine with holistic therapies including acupuncture, chiropractic, and underwater treadmill rehab.
French and Italian cafe and market since 1980 offering unpretentious classic dishes, with a coveted patio overlooking Lake Michigan that is dog-friendly.
Texas-style barbecue restaurant serving wood-smoked brisket, ribs, and pulled pork from a massive smoker, with 18 local beers on tap and a dog-friendly outdoor patio.
Established independent shop in Wilmette offering pet food and supplies, plus foster animals available for adoption. Carries birds, cats, dogs, fish, reptiles, and small pets.
CPDT-KA certified professional dog trainer offering private in-home puppy training, group classes at Winnetka Community House, and scent work with over 16 years experience.
Shelterless, foster-driven, all-breed dog rescue serving Chicagoland to lower shelter surrender rates, helping families unable to provide care due to financial hardship or life events.