POODLE DAY
CARMEL, CALIFORNIA
October 4, 2025

Important Notice!

Due to a leptospirosis outbreak that is killing sea lions along the California coast, including Monterey Bay, please refrain from allowing them to approach or touch live or recently deceased animals on the beach, and avoid letting them drink from stagnant puddles. There are vaccinations against leptospirosis.  Please check with your vet.

Here is a link to a veterinary organization for more information:

avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/leptospirosis

Beach Play

Carmel offers many dog-friendly activities and outings. Participants have several options for afternoon entertainment.

Poodles, poodle mixes, and their people can enjoy an afternoon of off-leash play on the Carmel Beach.   Refer to the ACMA recommendations if you plan to take your dog to the beach.

After playing in the sand or swimming, the dogs likely will need to freshen up before heading indoors. Most hotels in Carmel offer outdoor showers for cleanup after the beach, but beachgoers should plan to bring towels to dry off their canine companions. Also available is a self-serve dog wash at Pet Food Express at the Crossroads.

Beach jumping poodles, Beach Play Carmel, California

Other Activities

  • Leisurely stroll: Scenic Drive features breathtaking views and offers a prime vantage point for watching the poodles play on the beach.
  • Trail hiking: Mission Trail is a lovely, clean, and chipped wooded area that is perfect for a light hike. To pick up the trail, park near Eighth Street and Mountain View or along the road across from the Carmel Mission.
  • Wine tasting: Morgan Winery | Mcintyre Wineyards (at The Crossroads) | Wrath Wines | Caraccioli Cellars
  • Golfing: Quail Lodge Golf Club allows dogs to tag along during their humans’ golf games.