{"id":12093,"date":"2024-08-13T14:08:34","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T14:08:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/?p=12093"},"modified":"2024-08-30T08:39:35","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T08:39:35","slug":"the-best-u-s-cities-for-travelling-with-your-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/the-best-u-s-cities-for-travelling-with-your-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"The best U.S. cities for travelling with your dog"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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If you\u2019re planning a road trip for you and your four-legged friend, we\u2019ve discovered the top dog-friendly destinations in the U.S. so you can travel knowing there\u2019s plenty to accommodate your pet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We developed the list of top dog-friendly destinations in the U.S. based on a detailed analysis of factors such as the number of dog-friendly restaurants and hotels that allow pets and the number of dog parks, veterinarians, and animal welfare organizations to determine which U.S. cities are the best to visit with your canine companion. We also have some valuable safety tips from The American Kennel Club for traveling with your dog, particularly when driving with them in a rental car<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n 01.<\/span>\n Orlando, Florida <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Our study found Orlando<\/a> is the best destination in the U.S. to travel with your dog! With 334 dog-friendly restaurants, you and your pooch can sit back and enjoy much-needed fuel after spending a day in one of Orlando\u2019s 15 dog parks. With 535 dog-friendly hotels (the second most of all destinations analyzed), you and your four-legged friend can rest well after a day of adventure together.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Another Florida city takes the second spot, as Tampa<\/a> is home to 250 hotels that allow pets, 115 veterinarian practices, and 302 dog-friendly restaurants. Enjoy a stroll with your canine companion in dog-friendly parks such as Rowlett Dog Park or Deputy Kotfila Memorial Dog Park, which offer vast spaces for your furry friend to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 03.<\/span>\n Richmond, Virginia <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Richmond in Virginia<\/a> boasts the second-most outdoor parks for dog walks per 100,000 people, at 5.74, and the second-most veterinarians per 100,000 people, at 51.6. With 125 restaurants that allow you to take your dog in for a refreshment and 13 dog parks, there\u2019s plenty for you and your dog to do on vacation in Richmond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also be assured that there are 117 vet practices in the area, firmly cementing Richmond as the third-best U.S. city for dogs.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Thanks to its 158 restaurants, 144 hotels, and four dog-friendly parks, Cincinnati<\/a> is an excellent destination for traveling with your pooch. With over 100 veterinarians and 28 animal welfare organizations in The Queen City, Cincinnati clearly loves dogs as much as we do and, therefore, takes fourth place in our study.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Scottsdale, Arizona<\/a>, has the second-highest number of dog-friendly restaurants per 100,000 people, at 90.3, and the third-highest number of hotels that allow dogs per capita, at 105.7, with 255 across the city. Spend the day with your dog at Horizon or Chaparral Dog Park, enjoying the warm weather and stunning surroundings in The West’s Most Western Town.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Florida<\/a> is back again with a third entry in the top ten dog-friendly destinations. St. Petersburg has 111 veterinarian practices, the second-most veterinarians per capita at 43 for every 100,000 people. Along with 153 restaurants that welcome dogs and 16 animal welfare organizations, every family member (even the ones with four legs) can enjoy The Sunshine City.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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With 73 animal welfare organizations, the second-highest number in the study, and an average of 24.2 per 100,000 people, St. Louis is the seventh-best dog-friendly destination in the U.S. This Missouri<\/a> city is also home to 194 restaurants that allow dogs, 104 vets, and three dog parks. Still, most require membership, so check and sign up before traveling.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Minneapolis<\/a> makes the top ten as it has the fifth-highest number of animal welfare organizations of all locations analyzed and third per 100k people at 15.1. Take a stroll with your dog and enjoy all the landmarks and sights the City of Lakes offers. With 198 dog-friendly restaurants, 110 vets, and 16 dog parks to choose from, you\u2019ll never run out of things to do on your dog-friendly vacation, knowing you\u2019re always near help if you need it.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Known for its outdoor recreational activities, Boise is a great dog-friendly destination. The City of Trees has 68 hotels and 108 restaurants that allow pets. With 86 veterinarian practices, the fifth-highest at 36.5 per capita, you can enjoy a getaway with your pooch, knowing the city welcomes you both with open arms.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Spokane, Washington<\/a>, rounds out the top ten dog-friendly destinations in the U.S.. With 5.68 dog parks per 100,000 people, it has the third-highest number of dog parks. Visit Downtown Spokane Dog Park, High Bridge Dog Park, or Valley Mission Dog Park for a fun-filled day out. Spokane also has 79 dog-friendly restaurants and 42 hotels that allow pets.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The top 100 most dog-friendly travel destinations in the U.S.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Safety is always paramount regardless of where you\u2019re traveling to or who you\u2019re traveling with (furry friends included). Here are some tips and advice when taking a dog-friendly vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before setting off on your dog-friendly getaway, here are dog travel recommendations from The American Kennel Club<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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