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Furry Friends at Forge

cute smaller dog wearing a baseball cap from "our mutual friend" denver brewpub against a colorful painted wall outdoor backdrop

Pet-friendly apartments at Forge in RiNo Denver welcome cats and dogs of all shapes and sizes, making our rental homes the paw-fect place to call home.

Pet rent is $35 pet with $300 refundable deposit per unit. Please contact our leasing team for breed restrictions and details . We'd love to chat with you more and are here to show you around.

The River North District is a great place for four-legged friends; here's our guide to the best pet-friendly spots in and near the neighborhood.

Parks

  • Fuller Dog Park - Located 1.3 miles from Forge Apartments, this well-maintained and popular local park offers two different fenced, off-leash areas for large and small dogs. Offers benches, shady spots, and a fountain.

  • Railyard Dog Park - Located 2.3 miles , this small, off-leash dog park is situated next to active railroad tracks, hence its name. Dogs can run freely and safely in its fenced area, which offers a mixture of dirt and grass surfaces, separate areas for large / small dogs, some shaded areas, benches, and a seasonal water fountain.

  • Confluence Park - Located about 1.5 miles away, this placid riverside park is the perfect place for scenic walks along the South Platte River.

Dog-Friendly Drinks & Dining

  • Brewdog Denver - Only a 2-minute walk away, this popular pub has a pup-friendly patio as well as a great selection of tacos, burgers, and wings.

  • Blue Moon Brewing - RiNo - Just a five-minute walk away, Blue Moon is known for producing a variety of craft beers, including its flagship Belgian-style wheat ale. Their River North outpost offers a huge, buzzy tasting room with a dog-friendly outdoor patio.

  • Our Mutual Friend Brewpub - Located just 1.2 miles from Forge, this Denver is a beloved, independently owned craft brewery that welcomes leashed and well-behaved dog friends on their sunny outdoor patio.

  • Bigsby's Folly Craft Winery & Restaurant - Only .3 miles away on Wynkoop Street was actually named after the owners' beloved golden retriever. Fido is sure to meet friends at their lovely outdoor patio, which includes heaters for colder Colorado evenings.

  • Black Shirt Brewing Co and Craft Pizza Kitchen - Also just a short .3 miles away from Forge apartments, Black Shirt's spacious outdoor beer garden serves up delicious brews, artisan pizza, and live music.

  • Matchbox - About 1.4 miles away, this hipster hangout on the Larimer food-truck circuit in RiNo has a fido-friendly outdoor area with a Bocce court and more.

  • Forest Room 5 - While this spot is a bit further at almost 3 miles away, we had to mention this hip bar because of its extremely dog-friendly outdoor environment with fire pits and woodsy ambiance.

Closest Veternarians & Pet Stores

  • RiNo Vet Emergency Care - Located .7 miles away from Forge apartments, this highly rated local veternarian offers compassionate and professional emergency care services 24/7.

  • Sherlock Hound - Located about two miles away, this local, woman-owned small business offers a curated range of high-quality pet products and personalized service, featuring their pet deli of premium pet foods, raw diet, and deli-style treats.

  • Kriser's Natural Pet Store - Also located about two miles away, this highly rated national chain with an extensive selection all-natural pet food, toys, and supplies. Grooming services also offered.

  • Urban Dogg - Located 2.5 miles away, this popular local pet groomer offers easy in-and-out services and a rewards program.