1. Dogs and their walking partners can explore 34 miles of paved pathways in Sunriver. There are hiking trails nearby, including Benham Falls, Anne’s Butte, and along the Deschutes River. 2. Look for pawprint stickers indicating the businesses and restaurants that welcome well-behaved dogs and their people. 3. Sunriver’s dog park is located on Cottonwood Road, across from the Sunriver Marketplace and next to Holy Trinity Church. The park is fenced with separate play areas for large and small dogs. 4. Your dog can join a “Dog Club” in Sunriver to have playdates with other dogs and their owners. Learn about the 20 Below Club by visiting www. the20belowclub.com, or email Dogs of Sunriver Club at sroa.oec.dogsofsr@gmail.com. 5. Whether your dog needs a nail trim, a checkup, flea medication, or emergency surgery, you can count on the team at Sunriver Veterinary Clinic to provide your dog with excellent care. 6. Sunriver specializes in dog-friendly rental properties that cater to a dog’s needs along with their families. 7. Did your dog forget a favorite ball or stuffed animal? Do you need dog food? No worries. Find what your pet needs at Muddy Hut Pet Store or Camp Abbot Trading Co. in the Sunriver Business Park, or Sunriver Pet Boutique & Spa and Sunriver Country Store in The Village at Sunriver. 8. Take your dog on an expedition to the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway to explore lakes and hiking trails. In the winter, Edison and Wanoga Sno-Parks have family and dog-friendly activity areas where you can safely enjoy exploring the snow-covered hills, including snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. 9. Dogs love celebrating the Fourth of July in Sunriver because fireworks are forbidden. 10. Does your dog need “etiquette lessons?” Ask Sunriver Veterinary Clinic for recommendations of dog trainers. 11 Sunriver has its own doggy daycare or overnight boarding called Sunrover Dog Daycare. Whether you need someone to watch your dog for a few hours or days, visit sunroverdogdaycare.com to learn more. 12. Save the Date: Register your dog to participate in the Sunriver Brewing Co. K9 Keg Pull on the first Saturday in February at The Village at Sunriver. Sunriver, A Dog’s Paradise 12 Reasons Why Dogs Love Living In & Visiting Sunriver Photo by Jennifer Colestock Photo by Vivian Houser Photo by Gwen Gamble Photo by Phil Fischer Photo courtesy of Megan and Rich Parker Photo by Amanda Enstrom Living in Sunriver, Sunriver Style 2026-27 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 126
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