Updated June 22, 2026
See how neighborhoods in Miami compare on dog friendliness. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary. How dog friendliness is measured →
Ample tree canopies, wide grassy verges, and proximity to large waterfront parks provide superior opportunities for walking pets compared to the Miami average. According to iHuus data, many residential blocks feature continuous green spaces between sidewalks and roads that facilitate easy outdoor exercise.
Large waterfront areas like Bayfront Park offer significant space for pets, though much of the surrounding urban landscape consists of dense concrete and highway infrastructure. According to iHuus data, the availability of accessible green space is higher than the city average.
Tree-lined streets and wide, grassy verges provide ample shaded space for dog walking. According to iHuus data, the abundance of green space along residential routes makes this area more dog friendly than much of Miami.
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| North-East Coconut Grove | 6 | #1 | +1.3 ↑ |
| Downtown | 5.7 | #2 | +1.0 ↑ |
| South-West Coconut Grove | 5.7 | #3 | +1.0 ↑ |
| Biscayne Island | 5.6 | #4 | +0.9 ↑ |
| Coral Way | 5.6 | #5 | +0.9 ↑ |
| Alameda - West Flagler | 5.4 | #6 | +0.7 ↑ |
| Shenandoah | 5 | #7 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Little Haiti | 5 | #8 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Oakland Grove | 5 | #9 | +0.3 ↑ |
| San Marco Island | 5 | #10 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Brickell | 4.9 | #11 | +0.2 ↑ |
| Wynwood - Edgewater | 4.9 | #12 | +0.2 ↑ |
| Liberty City | 4.7 | #13 | — |
| Flagami | 4.7 | #14 | — |
| Little Havana | 4.5 | #15 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Upper Eastside | 4.4 | #16 | -0.3 ↓ |
| Watson Island | 4.2 | #17 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Overtown | 4.2 | #18 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Port of Miami - Dodge Island | 4.2 | #19 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Fair Isle | 4 | #20 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Allapattah | 3.9 | #21 | -0.8 ↓ |
| Virginia Key | 2.9 | #22 | -1.8 ↓ |
iHuus Neighborhood Intelligence Insights
No credit card required