# Dog Date Afternoon — user reviews

> 9 indexed App Store user reviews of Dog Date Afternoon by Erika Wasser, rated 4.80/5 from 12 ratings.

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-date-afternoon/id6770064350/reviews
- App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-date-afternoon/id6770064350.md
- Rating breakdown: 5★ 11 · 4★ 0 · 3★ 1 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 0

## Most critical reviews (9 lowest-rated)

### 3/5 — meh

*2026-07-31*

cute app, but unless i’m missing something, you must pay the subscription fee to match with another dog. $5/month is a bit crazy - and the fact that it’s not advertised as paid only is a bit misleading…

**Developer response:** Hey! Thank you! You can swipe, explore and “match” for free but we do charge a nominal fee (less than a latte) to take things to the next level (chat, join clubs, RSVP to events). This helps us keep the app curated, high performing and members safe. Not sure if you’re on the most updated version, but you can now enter a free 1 week trial :) 

Hope to see you in the app (and on a playdate!)

### 5/5 — I’ve made friends and so has my pup

*2026-08-20*

This has made being a new dog owner significantly more fun.

### 5/5 — Best app ever!

*2026-08-12*

I tried this app out and fell in love. I downloaded to find my dog some new friends since recently moving to NYC, and on top of that, I even found a date for myself! My pup and I have never been happier.

### 5/5 — My new favorite app!

*2026-08-12*

Absolutely love this app! It makes finding other dog owners nearby and setting up playdates so easy. I love that everything is in one place, from connecting with people to finding fun things to do with your dog. Such a great way to meet new people while making sure your pup gets to socialize too. Definitely a must-have for dog owners!

### 5/5 — Amazing App. Must download!

*2026-08-09*

We love Dog Date Afternoon. I am looking forward to attending more events and meeting other dogs for my dog. So excited for more events and matches!

### 5/5 — My dog has more dates than me!

*2026-06-02*

As a dog parent to a very friendly pup, it can be hard to find good playmates and this makes it so easy.

You create a profile for your dog, swipe left or right just like a dating app, and connect with other local dogs for playdates.

The app is super user-friendly and it’s a great way for both dogs and humans to make new friends. My dog gives it two paws up! 🐾 If you’ve ever wished Bumble existed for dogs, this is it.

### 5/5 — Love it!!

*2026-05-29*

As a dog owner in New York, I’ve spent plenty of weekends taking my pup to Washington Square Park and the dog run at Tompkins Square Park hoping he’d meet friendly dogs to play with. Those places are great, but it can still feel random and hit-or-miss depending on the day. This app honestly made things so much easier.

Instead of just showing up and hoping for the best, I can actually connect with other dog owners nearby, set up playdates, and find dogs that match my dog’s energy level and personality. It feels way more social and intentional than a normal dog park experience. My dog has already made a few regular friends through the app, and I’ve met some awesome people too.

If you live in NYC and have a dog, and want to be social, this app is a game changer.

### 5/5 — Better than the dog park

*2026-05-23*

My dog is friendly but not “every random dog in a crowded park” friendly. This solved that problem immediately.

Instead of rolling the dice at Washington Square or Mercer, I can actually find dogs around his size and energy level and set up a real playdate. The quality of interactions is way better for both the dogs and owners.

Also surprisingly well designed. Feels like an app built by people who actually live in NYC and own dogs, not just developers chasing a niche idea.

A few apps try to do this. This is the first one that feels like it could actually become part of city dog culture.

### 5/5 — So needed!!!

*2026-05-23*

Great app, and my dog loves it! Don’t go to empty dog parks anymore and the dog friendly map is a lifesaver

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-04.*