By Doug Gelbert
(Republished with permission from Hikewithyourdog.com)
The welcome mat in our National Park System rolls up when we drive in with our dogs. Very few national parks allow dogs on hiking trails. In Yellowstone National Park dogs are not allowed more than 100 feet from roads, parking areas and campgrounds. In Yosemite National Park dogs can walk the paved paths of the Valley floor but are not permitted on any trail or slope. At the Grand Canyon dogs can walk along Continue Reading »
By Doug Gelbert
(Republished with permission from Hikewithyourdog.com)
Cemeteries were America’s first parks. In many towns the local burying ground may still be the area’s most significant greenspace. Respectful dogs are often welcome in graveyards and if you are looking for an offbeat outdoor experience you can share with your dog, a tour of America’s cemeteries may be for you. One famous cemetery that does not allow dogs is Forest Lawn in Hollywood, California, final resting place to countless stars. Another is Continue Reading »
By The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Santa Barbara, CA - The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is pleased to offer its newest membership opportunity. Help support the Garden with a special membership just for your pooch. Purchase a Doggie Membership and you will receive a SBBG bandana fit for your pooch, a Doggie Membership Card, and a special invitation to the Garden’s Doggie Bagel Brunch/Play Date Party this Spring.
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By Nancy Wilson
(Republished with permission from Downeast Dog News)
What makes a region dog-friendly? A lot of people with dogs? Parks and public places that allow dogs? Pet-friendly lodging and restaurants? Businesses that have dogs or invite dogs inside? Whatever the answer may be, the Midcoast area of Maine is purported to be one of the dog-friendliest regions of Maine. In particular, the Damariscotta and Boothbay Harbor regions have a large number of dog-lovers, and businesses that are “co-owned and co-operated” by resident dogs. Continue Reading »
By Bree Cheatham
(Published by the Dog Travel Network)
If you don’t have a dog park in your area, you and your dog don’t know what you’re missing. If you’re feeling ambitious, you may even what to start one yourself! Dog parks are great places for dogs to be dogs without having to worry about the dangers of running wild and free in an unenclosed public area. Continue Reading »
