The 10 Best Cities For Dogs

Dog owners do it all to cater to their canines, whether it’s plying them with new toys and treats, or taking them to expensive doggy day spas. But would you pack your bags and move to a new city to please your pup? Some might—and if you’re one of them, you might want to check out Yelp’s ranking of the 10 most dog-friendly cities in the U.S., as spotted by Travel + Leisure.

The user-review website scored cities based on the percentage of Yelp page views they received in two categories: the Active category for dog parks and the Pets category for dog walkers. It also took into account the number of businesses that allow dogs inside, including hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes, and beaches.

As it turns out, the perfect place to be a pup is Arlington, Virginia. The small city of under 235,000 is home to eight dog parks, several walking trails, and many dog-friendly businesses.

Tampa, Florida, home to the Davis Island Dog Beach and Picnic Island Beach Dog Park, comes in second place. However, Yelp noted that only two cities per state were considered in its ranking, in order to achieve “geographic diversity.”

Ready to hit the road with your dog? Here’s the full list of the 10 most Fido-friendly cities in the country:

1. Arlington, Virginia
2. Tampa, Florida
3. West Hollywood, California
4. Dallas, Texas
5. Portland, Oregon
6. Minneapolis, Minnesota
7. Colorado Springs, Colorado
8. Seattle, Washington
9. Jersey City, New Jersey
10. Phoenix, Arizona

[h/t Travel + Leisure]