PEANUT (OWNED BY ASSOCIATE EDITOR SEAN COLLIER AND MARY BETH KULIN) SIZES UP THE STRIP WHILE MOM GRABS A BEER AT THE HELLTOWN BREWING TAPROOM AND BEER GARDEN | PHOTO BY SEAN COLLIER

A Long Stroll and a Cold Beer on the North Shore — Between the river, the geese and the parade of new people to wag a tail at, Fido will likely love a long walk along the North Shore Riverfront Trail near the stadiums. After you’re tuckered out, make your way to Southern Tier Brewery Pittsburgh on North Shore Drive; their large outdoor seating area is dog friendly, with ample water bowls to help rehydrate your happy pooch.

Take in a Ballgame — Is Rover a sports fan? Head to one of the Pup Nights on the Pittsburgh Pirates promotional calendar, when your ticket includes one complimentary dog admission. (You’ll need to bring proof that your pet is up-to-date on vaccinations.) It would take a long home run to reach the pup-night section, but you can still dream of your good boy snagging a ball on the fly. The first Pup Night of the season is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12.

Off-Leash Areas at City and County Parks — Wherever you call home, there’s likely a city or county dog park nearby. Right in the heart of the city? Unwind at the small Pittsburgh Downtown Dog Park at the south end of the Rachel Carson Bridge. Within sniffing distance of the South Side? There’s an expansive dog park near the shores of the Monongahela off 18th Street, with a separate area for smaller pups. In the ’burbs? Six county parks have off-leash areas. Bring your (well-behaved and spayed or neutered) pooch for some fresh air and exercise.

Food (and Music) with Fido at Sunny Jim’s Tavern — This North Hills institution on Camp Horne Road has been welcoming guests for drinks and meals since 1934. In more recent years, an outdoor deck has welcomed guests in the summer months and is open to animal companions. This is also a good chance to find out if your pooch is a music lover; Sunny Jim’s frequently has music on the deck in warm weather.

Look at Birds Before Dinner — While dogs aren’t allowed inside the National Aviary (for good reason), you can walk your pup through Allegheny Commons Park to take in the birds visible to the public outside the facility itself. (I’m eager to know how the average housepet reacts to the imposing Andean condors.) After some birdwatching, trek over to the dog-friendly outdoor area at Federal Galley for a great meal.

HUMPHREY (OWNED BY CREATIVE DIRECTOR HUCK BEARD) VISITS THE PITTSBURGH PET EXPO, POSING FOR A PHOTO OPPORTUNITY | PHOTO BY HUCK BEARD

Visit the Pittsburgh Pet Expo — Keep an eye out for the annual Pittsburgh Pet Expo at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, because why would you shop for your pups without them getting a chance to approve of your purchases? Stick around for dachshund races, pet grooming competitions and more — and leave some room in the car, as adoptable pets are on site.

Catch a Film at Riverside Drive-In — The cozy, single-screen drive-in near Vandergrift is pet friendly, and inquisitive dogs can often be found sniffing around for fallen popcorn before the show gets going. If another drive-in is near you, check their rules; some don’t allow pets for insurance reasons.