Happy Halloween to all the brave pups (and their humans)! 🎃👻 Enjoy this compilation of our favorite ‘Dogs vs. Decorations’ moments, featuring a special cameo from our very own Ruby! We can’t help but laugh (and feel a little sorry) for our furry friends who didn’t sign up for Halloween’s spooky surprises.
Here’s to all the fearless furballs who faced down creepy skeletons, eerie ghosts, and cackling witches with courage - or at least a speedy escape! 🐕💨
Wishing everyone a safe, treat-filled Halloween!
#halloweenhorror #spookyseason #zoomieschicago
🏠✨ They say we have three places in life: home, work, and… that special third place. For some, it’s a coffee shop or gym; for others, it’s anywhere their dog can roam free! 🐾
We’re building that “third place” for you and your pups—a spot where your dog can run wild and you can take a breather (or maybe join in the zoomies yourself!). Think of it as your dog’s social club and your chance to unwind, sip, and connect with other dog parents. 🐶💼
The best part? Unlike work, everyone is excited to be there! 😉 Curious about what a true third place for dogs and their humans could look like? Hit play to learn more! 🎬🐕
#thirdplace #dogfriendly #zoomieschicago #doglife #dogmomlife #petparentcommunity #citydogs
THROWBACK THURSDAY! 🎉🐾
Back in 2019, Matt and I got a little animated (literally) to show off why Zoomies will be a total game changer for dog lovers everywhere. We may have been a bit over eager with the whole 24-hour access thing 😂, but hey, we’re still delivering some pawsome amenities—think free parking, coffee and beer for the humans, and plenty of room for your pups to zoom to their heart’s content. 🐕💨
Watch this classic creation, and tell us—what’s one feature you’re most excited for? 👇
🐕🦺💥 #throwbackthursday #zoomieschicago #dogmomlife #dogdadlife #indoorpark #dogparkgoals #dogloversunite #woofwoof #chicagodogs
Part 2: Why I left my job to open an indoor dog park!
After a decade in corporate life, I had one of those ‘wait, do I really want to do this for the next 30 years?’ moments.
Spoiler: I didn’t. So, Matt and I made a pact—I’d leave my job and go all-in on creating something I was truly passionate about: Zoomies, Chicago’s first indoor dog park. 🐕💡
Right now, I’m pouring everything into making this dream a reality, with our first location set to open by fall 2025. It’s been a wild ride so far, and I’m beyond excited for what’s next. If you’re excited too, help us spread the word—tell your friends, your dog-loving neighbors, and anyone who’s tired of Chicago weather messing with their pup’s playtime. 🌧️🐾 Let’s build this community together! 🐶❤️
#zoomieschicago #newchapter #chicagodogpark #supportlocal #dogsofinstagram #dreambig #dogmomlife
Adopting Ruby was one of the best decisions ever but imagine our surprise when we realized there was nowhere to go when the weather got nasty! That’s when the idea for Zoomies started brewing. 🌧️🐾
Here’s part 1 of the story behind Chicago’s soon-to-be indoor dog park. Follow us to see how we’re turning this little lightbulb moment into something big!
#zoomieschicago #chicagodogs #dogparklife #dogmomlife #indoordogpark #citydogs #rainorshine
Last week, I drove 5 hours to Des Moines to see Paws & Pints in action—and let’s just say, I left with a notebook full of ideas! 🐶✨ This place has it all: indoor and outdoor spaces, bars, a restaurant, grooming, daycare, and more. 🍻🐾
I got the chance to chat with the owners, Kyle and Megan, and learned a ton about what it takes to build a true community for dogs and their humans. Seeing Paws & Pints come to life really inspired me to think about how we can bring that same energy to Chicago. 🐕🌆
Turns out, it’s not just about the amenities; it’s about creating a place where everyone—human and dog alike—feels right at home. Chicago, I can’t wait to show you what I’ve got in store. 🌟🐾
#roadtripwithapurpose #dogcommunityvibes #chicagodogscene #dogmomaf #pawsandpints #zoomieschicago #furfamfun #dogfriendlyspaces #dogownersunite #bringingthepacktogether
PSA to the mud monsters: It’s not Halloween yet. 🧌 I must’ve missed that episode of Scooby Doo 😂 If your dog’s part of this dirty little club, you NEED a Zoomies membership—save your floors, your bathtub, and your last shred of sanity.
We’re rolling out presale memberships later this year, and trust me, you don’t want to miss out. Sign up for our newsletter (link in bio) to stay in the loop—because the next mud bath is coming.
Huge shoutout to @hubertthegoldenretriever for perfectly capturing the chaos! 🐶💦
#ididntchoosethemudlife #themudlifechoseme #muddypaws #wetdog #zoomieschicago #indoordogpark #chicagodogs #zoomies #fyp #explore
Rainy days are just nature’s way of reminding us who’s really in charge—and it’s definitely not us. 🌧️😂 Between wrestling with doggy raincoats, dodging puddles, and explaining to your pup for the 100th time that, yes, they still have to go outside, it’s chaos. But we do it because we love them... 🐾👑
That’s why we’re creating Zoomies—a place where we can skip the puddle-jumping and wet dog smell, and our pups can run free without turning the living room into a mud pit. 🏃♀️🐶 Imagine a world where every day is perfect for play, no matter what’s happening outside. Because honestly, we deserve to hang up the rain jackets and just let our dogs be dogs, rain or shine! ☔️💃
#smellslikewetdog #zoomieschicago #dogmomlife #indoordogpark #chicagodogs #dogsofinstagram
🌟Team Member Spotlight: Meet Ruby, our Chief Barketing Officer at Zoomies! 🐾
Ruby comes to us from @wrightwayrescue and has been with us for 5 years. She’s an expert in all things sniffing, barking, and bunny patrol. Whether she’s zooming through the backyard or keeping us alert to every neighborhood sound, Ruby brings her A-game every day. And just like Ruby, we’re here to bring the best experience to your pups - rain or shine, bunnies, or lawnmowers.
At Zoomies, we’re all about creating a pawsitive space where your dogs can run, play, and explore to their hearts’ content. 🐶♥️
Paws up to Ruby and all the Zoomies to come! 🐕💨
#corporatedoggo #chiefpawficer #zoomies #zoomieschicago #dogsofinstagram #chicagodogs #chicago #rescuelife
You gotta turn the sound on for this one folks
Someone find the fire extinguisher because this man is on FIRE 🔥🔥 You’re seeing it here first…”hog bongo-ing” is the hot new sound on the scene. No one can lick those hogs like my man Matt. Enjoy!
Lily loves nothing more than meeting new friends at the dog park, but she has a rather... enthusiastic way of saying hello—usually with her mouth! To help her make friends without overwhelming them, we use some tools to keep her *very demure, very mindful.*
It’s not easy holding back those zoomies, but with a leash and muzzle, Lily’s learning that sometimes, gentle greetings are the way to go. After all, being a good girl is all about balance, right?
#rescuelife #dogparkadventures #muzzletraining #zoomies #zoomieschicago
Hope y’all are enjoying the uninterrupted sun today!!
#zoomies #indoordogpark #zoomieschicago #dogdays #dogdaysofsummer #busybusy #dogsofinstagram
