Pet-Friendly Businesses in the Corridor
- Laura King, IACP-CDT
- Dec 10, 2020
- 4 min read
Updated: Feb 11
Would you like to improve your pet's training?
Want to improve your pet's ability to remain calm around people and animals?
Looking for a way to exercise your pet during bad weather?
Need to practice a command with a higher level of distraction?
Check out these pet-friendly businesses in the Corridor to proof your pet's behaviors!
It's always best to call ahead to check on a business's pet policy before you visit, as policies may change over time.
ABC Acres: Made in Iowa Farm Store + Gifts
6657 Mt Vernon Rd
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
319.929.5353 Affordable Plumbing and Remodeling: Pet-friendly showroom!
1251 Rockford Rd SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
319.364.3868
Apple Creek Gallery: Custom framing shop in Cedar Rapids
622 Centerpoint Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
319.373.6681
The Barkery: Local business with fresh baked pet treats and more!
76 16th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
319.329.7844
Bijou Movie Theater: Watch a film on the big screen with your pet at your side!
123 2nd St SW Mt Vernon, IA 52314
319.895.6165
Dave Wright Subaru: Car dealership in Hiawatha
999 Boyson Rd
Hiawatha, IA 52233 888.274.8189
Dick's Sporting Goods: National sporting goods chain
4601 1st Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
319.743.3066
Fleet Farm: The CR Fleet Farm has obtained special permission to allow pets! Hooray!
650 Cross Pointe Blvd NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52411 319.826.1659
Food 4 Paws: A local pet supply store with an extremely knowledgeable owner!
4330 Czech Ln NE Suite A1 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
319.213.2130
Half Price Books: National used bookstore chain
1400 Twixt Town Rd, Marion, IA 52302
319.377.4982
Hobby Lobby: National craft store with 2 locations in the Corridor
180 Collins Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 319.377.4112
2050 8th St
Coralville, IA 52241 319.358.9262
HomeGoods: National home decor store with 2 locations in the Corridor
180 Collins Rd NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 319.373.5887
1451 Coral Ridge Ave
Coralville, IA 52241 319.625.2273
Indigo River & Co: A sustainable goods shop
1501 C St SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
319.200.4259
Leash on Life: Locally owned pet supply store with 2 locations in the Corridor
650 Pacha Pkwy #5, North Liberty, IA 52317 319.665.2186
432 IA-1
Iowa City, IA 52246
319.354.4334
Lowes: National home improvement chain with 2 locations in the Corridor
5300 Blairs Forest Blvd NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 319.294.3780
2701 2nd St
Coralville, IA 52241
319.545.8300
Michaels: National craft store with 2 locations in the Corridor
1470 Twixt Town Rd
Marion, IA 52302 319.900.4200
2515 Corridor Way
Coralville, IA 52241 319.354.1811
Old Navy: National clothing store chain with Corridor locations
345 Collins Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 319.294.1885 1451 Coral Ridge Ave Coralville, IA 52241 319.257.4477
Ross: National discount department store
3500 Dalton Way SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 319.396.0632
Scheels: Regional sporting goods chain
1461 Coral Ridge Ave
Coralville, IA 52241
319.625.9959
Siebke Hoyt Jewelers: Jeweler in Cedar Rapids since 1889
4800 1st Ave NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 319.363.2003
Sierra: National outdoorsy department store chain
2515 Corridor Way #5
Coralville, IA 52241
319.315.1852
SOKO Outfitters: Outdoor gear store in Czech Village
41 16th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 319.200.4848
Spinal Taproom: A craft beer bar that allows pets INDOORS!
3223 16th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
319.390.3333
Sweet Mercantile: A soda fountain and candy store that welcomes pets indoors
98 16th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
319.200.7766
T.J. Maxx: National discount department store with 2 locations in the Corridor
321 Collins Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 319.378.9553
2511 Corridor Way
Coralville, IA 52241 319.337.8303
Tractor Supply Company: National chain with a wide variety of pet, farm, clothing, and home goods
6622 6th St SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 319.363.2023
Vernon Village True Value: Locally owned hardware store
3501 Mt Vernon Rd SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 319.362.8637
Do you have a favorite pet-friendly business here in the Corridor? Tell us about them in the comments! Why aren’t big-name pet stores on this list?
You’ve probably noticed that I left out the national chain pet stores, even though they technically allow pets. That’s on purpose.
While these stores do welcome pets, they’re often chaotic and can be unsafe for training outings. It’s not uncommon to see dogs who aren’t under control, have poor manners, or shouldn’t be there in the first place due to behavioral or health concerns. I’ve seen everything from leash reactivity to surprise potty accidents. While the employees work incredibly hard to keep the space clean, it’s a tall order.
That’s why I avoid using those stores for training field trips and don’t recommend them as pet-friendly destinations. When we take our dogs or cats out in public, especially for therapy animal or adventure pet prep, we want calm, structured environments that set our pets and the public up for success. Let’s keep our outings positive, safe, and sanitary for everyone.
Important Note:
Some stores may seem pet friendly because other shoppers or even employees say it’s ok, but that’s not always the case. For example, Theisen’s is not pet friendly due to Iowa Food Code regulations, and Home Depot’s national policy does not allow pets in stores. Please help set a great example of responsible pet ownership by respecting store policies and supporting service dog teams by only bringing your pet where they’re truly welcome.