San Francisco International
Quick Location Summary
Post-Security (Airside): * Terminal 1 (Harvey Milk): B Gates area, C Gates near Gate C5 * Terminal 2: D Gates area * Terminal 3: F Gates at entrance to F11-F22 * International Terminal: A Gates area, G Gates area
Pre-Security (Landside): * Terminal 1: Courtyard 2, Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level * Terminal 2: Courtyard 2, Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level * Terminal 3: Near Courtyard 4, Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level
Post-Security (Airside)
SFO provides indoor pet relief areas throughout all terminals after security screening. These climate-controlled facilities are designed for convenience and cleanliness.
Harvey Milk Terminal 1
- B Gates Area: Indoor service animal relief station with sink, paper towels, and waste bags
- C Gates Near Gate C5: Indoor facility with full amenities
- Look for overhead signage directing you to these dog bathroom locations
Terminal 2
- D Gates Area: Indoor pet relief station equipped with sink, paper towels, and disposal bags
- Follow overhead signs from the gate area
Terminal 3
- F Gates at Entrance to F11-F22: Indoor animal relief area with standard amenities
- Clearly marked with overhead directional signage
International Terminal
- A Gates (Post-Security): Indoor relief facility with sink and supplies
- G Gates (Post-Security): Indoor station with complete amenities
- Both locations accessible via overhead signage
Pre-Security (Landside)
SFO features fenced outdoor pet relief areas on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level. Follow the painted paw-prints on the curbside walkways to find these locations.
Terminal 1 (Harvey Milk)
- Location: Courtyard 2, Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level
- Features: Fully fenced and landscaped outdoor area
- Access: Follow painted paw-prints on curbside walkway
Terminal 2
- Location: Courtyard 2, Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level
- Features: Fenced outdoor space with water bowls and mutt mitt dispensers
- Access: Painted paw-prints guide you from the terminal curbside
Terminal 3
- Location: Near Courtyard 4, Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level
- Features: Landscaped, fenced outdoor relief area
- Access: Follow paw-print markers on the arrivals level walkway
Amenities & Features
Indoor Stations Include: * Sink for cleaning * Paper towels * Waste disposal bags * Climate-controlled environment
Outdoor Stations Include: * Water bowls for hydration * Mutt mitt dispensers * Fully fenced areas for safety * Landscaped spaces * Wheelchair accessible design
Important Rules & Tips
- Availability: All animal relief areas are accessible 24 hours a day
- Kenneling Required: With the exception of service animals, pets must be kenneled in airport terminals
- Leash Policy: Service animals and pets are permitted on leashes in designated animal relief areas
- Elevator Use: Carry pets or use kennels on escalators and moving walkways to prevent injuries; use elevators when changing levels
- AirTrain Access: Service animals are permitted on the AirTrain
- Wayfinding: Look for painted paw-prints (pre-security) or overhead signage (post-security) to locate facilities
Additional Pet Travel Resources
For complete information about traveling with pets through SFO, including airline requirements, veterinary documentation, and TSA screening procedures, visit the airport's official pet travel page or contact your airline directly.