5 Most Dog Friendly Cities in the US

In this article, we’ll take a quick look at the top 5 Most Dog-Friendly Cities in the US. For a detailed overview of the top 20 with insights into the pet market, its growth trends, and top players in the industry, read 20 Most Dog Friendly Cities in the US.

5. Atlanta, Georgia

With 590+ pet-friendly accommodations and 380+ places where you can eat with your fido, Atlanta makes a friendly city for dogs. You can have an off-leash fun time with your pooch at the Piedmont Park Dog Park, a thrilling hike at the Whitewater Creek Trail, or a pet-friendly Airbnb experience at the Jeep 4×4 Camping Hiking GA Mountains – the city offers plenty of activities to have a fun time with your furry friend.

4. Austin, Texas

From waterfront retreats to luxury hotels, there are more than 1,000 places in Austin where you can stay with your pup. The city also has more than 500 places where you can eat with them, including Yard Bar, Casa de Luz, Perla’s, Ski Shores Waterfront Café, and more. From pet hospitals to overnight camps and grooming centers, you’ll find hundreds of pet services in the city.

3. Tampa, Florida

A study by LawnStarter ranks Tampa Bay as the second-best city for dog lovers in the US. From the beautiful stretch of Bayshore Boulevard and Tampa Riverwalk to numerous breweries and Curtis Hixon Park, the city makes a paradise for pups. The city has more than 570 places where you can stay with your pooch and more than 260 eateries to enjoy food with them. One of the leading pet retailers, Petco, has a presence in Tampa. The city is also home to a range of pet services, including in-home pet care, overnight pet camp, dog grooming, dog training, and more.

2. Portland, Oregon

This eco-conscious city has numerous off-leash dog parks, dog-friendly breweries, and Airbnb rentals. The Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station allows pets without any additional fee. The city has more than 400 restaurants where you can dine with your furry friend. You can have a fun time with your fido at Sellwood Riverfront Park, enjoy hiking with them at the Wildwood Trail, or take them out for shopping at Portland Saturday Market – there’s a lot more you can do with your pup in Portland.

1. Richmond, Virginia

From Stony Point Fashion Park and RVA Paddlesports to Ruff Canine Club and Church Hill Dog Park, Richmond offers a lot of dog-friendly activities. The city has many dog parks where you can have off-leash fun with your canine, including Bryan Park, Northside Dog Park, Barker Field Dog Park, Phideaux Field Dog Park, and more. The city also holds pet events – Dachtoberfest, Fur Bull, and Give a Dog a Job 5k are some of the upcoming events in the city.

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