5 Things Every Angels Fan Should Know About Game Day with a Dog
Angels season is here, and if you're a dog owner who also happens to be a baseball fan, you've probably wondered how to make game day work. Here are five things every Angels fan with a dog should know.
Angel Stadium does NOT allow dogs
This is the most important thing to know before you head to the game. Angel Stadium prohibits all pets except trained service animals. There are no dog-friendly sections, no "Bark in the Park" events, and no pet holding areas at the stadium. Plan accordingly.
There's a dog daycare directly across the street
Dogdrop Anaheim is located at 1950 E Gene Autry Way, literally across the street from Angel Stadium. It's an open-play dog daycare where your dog can hang out in supervised play groups while you enjoy the game. No appointment needed, and they bill by the half hour so you only pay for the time you're there. The staff is Pet CPR/First Aid certified, and dogs are separated into three energy-matched zones.
Never leave your dog in the car
This cannot be stressed enough. During the Angels season (April through September), Anaheim temperatures frequently reach the 80s and 90s. A car parked in direct sunlight can reach 130°F inside within minutes. California's Good Samaritan law allows people to break your car window to rescue a distressed animal, and you could face animal cruelty charges. Just don't do it.
Plan an extra 30 minutes for drop-off
If you're dropping your dog at daycare before a game, build in some buffer time. Arrive 30-45 minutes before first pitch so you can park, drop off your dog, and walk to the stadium without rushing. If it's your dog's first visit to Dogdrop, schedule a Good Fit Test (a free 1-2 hour evaluation) on a non-game day first so your dog is already in the system.
Season ticket holders should consider a daycare membership
If you're going to 20, 40, or 81 home games this year, the math on daycare adds up fast. Dogdrop offers membership plans that lower the per-hour rate significantly. For a season ticket holder who drops their dog off for every home game, a membership can save hundreds of dollars over the course of a season compared to drop-in rates. Plus, members get priority access on busy game days.
Bonus tip: Post-game walks are the best. After the game, pick up your dog and take a walk around the Platinum Triangle neighborhood while the parking lot clears out. Your dog just had hours of play time and will be ready for a chill evening walk, and you'll skip the worst of the traffic. Win-win.