Pet-Friendly Sandringham (2026) — Dog Parks, Cafes & Vets

Pet-Friendly Guide to Sandringham (2026)

Sandringham has 12 parks — most with designated off-leash areas.

Parks for Dogs

• AJ Steele Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Bamfield Playground — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Merindah Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Ashwood Avenue Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
• John Batman Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Bay Road Heathland Sanctuary — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Triangle Gardens — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Allambee Park — check council signage for off-leash hours

Off-Leash Rules

Melbourne councils typically allow off-leash exercise:

• Before 9am and after 5pm in most parks
• Some parks are 24/7 off-leash — check council website
• Dogs must be on-leash within 50m of playgrounds
• Always carry bags and clean up

Pet-Friendly Cafes

Many Melbourne cafes welcome dogs at outdoor tables. In Sandringham, check:

• Stevie — 18-34 Station Street (call to confirm pet policy)
• Full Turn Kitchen Bar — 222 Bay Road (call to confirm pet policy)
• Station Mingle cafe — 73 Station Street, Sandringham (call to confirm pet policy)

Related Guides

• Best Restaurants in Sandringham
• Best Cafes in Sandringham
• Best Bars in Sandringham
• Cost of Living in Sandringham
• Sandringham Neighbourhood Guide
• Family Guide to Sandringham
• Is Sandringham Safe?
• Sandringham Transport Guide

Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.

Sources

• OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
• ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
• REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au