The Dog Walker’s Guide to the West Loop Routes, Parks, and Pup Stops

June 13, 2025

Hey there, Windy City Pawrents!

If you live—or stroll frequently—in Chicago’s West Loop, you know it’s not just our taste buds that get spoiled (we wouldn’t survive without our FOMO brunch spots), but our pups do too. With carefully curated routes, top-notch dog parks, and plenty of pup-approved pit stops, this neighborhood has become a canine playland. Whether you’re a local or planning your next Chicago visit, grab your leash, water bottle, and treat pouch—we’re going on a doggie tour.

Dog walker in Mary Bartelme Park in Chicago's West Loop, framed by modern steel archways and fall trees