In the northeastern United States, you can find the small state of Vermont surrounded by New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Canada. Being such a small state, it only has about 650,000 residents. This makes it the second least-populated state in the country, with a lot of open space for natural beauty and fun. Vermont … Read more
Located in the northeast US, on the coast of the Atlantic, Virginia is a historic state sometimes called the Mother of Presidents. This is because eight Virginians have been President of the United States. To date, the state has 8.7 million residents and about 1.3 million fur babies, making it one of the most pup … Read more
Whether you call it Washington State or The State of Washington, this small state in the northwestern corner of the US is the national capital and was named after George Washington. It runs along the Pacific Ocean to the west, Idaho to the east, Canada to the north, and Oregon to the south. Washington is … Read more
West Virginia is unmatched when it comes to outdoor recreation, and it has some of the friendliest people in the US. The scenic mountains in this central east state make it the perfect place for selfies and pup shots. Surrounded by Kentucky, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, it is one of the smallest and least … Read more
When many people think of Wisconsin, they think of cheese. But it is also known for its ginseng and cranberry production, as well as Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. This northern midwestern state is just minutes from Canada but is surrounded by Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and the lakes. Another important creation from Wisconsin is the … Read more
Wyoming is known for its incredible outdoors, with the Rocky Mountains in the west and the High Plains prairies in the east. It is also the least populated state in the country with only 576,851 residents at last count in 2020. It is bordered by Montana to the north and northwest, Nebraska and South Dakota … Read more
Nicknamed The Silver State because of the silver mines that were so important to its economy and history, Nevada is a western state surrounded by California, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Arizona. Although it is the driest state in the US and has incredibly hot summers, the winters are mild, with highs in the upper 50s. … Read more
In the southeastern United States, Florida is a popular tourist state surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. There are more than 21 million people living in the sunny state, and millions more visit every year. With approximately 2.4 million fur babies living in Florida and millions more coming to the state … Read more
California is the most populous state in the country and one of the most dog-friendly as well. The city has close to 40 million residents and millions more visitors every year. Part of the draw to the state is its long coastline with 420 beaches along 840 miles. Many of them are pup popular, and … Read more
You may think of country music when you think about Tennessee, but those of us with pooches are more worried about how many dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, parks, and beaches there are in the state and which vacation destinations are the best for pup parents. Since there are over 1.1 million dogs living in the state … Read more
Your fur baby is your best friend. A treasured family member. So, you really hate the idea of going anywhere without him. You do not have to leave him at home if you find a city where pups are just as popular as people. There are plenty of places all over the US where you … Read more
Surf enthusiasts come from all over the world to ride the waves in Santa Cruz because of its awesome surf breaks and mild weather all year long. Located just about 30 miles southwest of San Jose and about an hour from San Francisco, this popular city in the middle of California draws millions of people … Read more
South Lake Tahoe is a popular resort town on the southern end of Lake Tahoe with many dog-friendly beaches as well as parks, stores, motels, and restaurants. Lake Tahoe is over 1,600 feet deep and is the largest alpine lake in North America, as well as the largest freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada region. … Read more
Santa Cruz is the largest city in Santa Cruz County, California, on the central coastline. There are approximately 63,000 residents in nearly 22,000 households with about 7,000 fur babies. That is almost one dog per every three homes. The average high temperature in the summer is 76 degrees F and 65 degrees F in the … Read more
Everyone around the world has heard of Los Angeles, California. The city of the rich and famous as well as vibrant culture and natural spaces. There are almost four million people living in LA, making it the second most populated city in the US, behind New York. Being such a popular place, of course, you … Read more
If you are looking for a city in California to visit that is known for being the first, Monterey was the first at numerous things. It had the first public school, public library, brick house, and the first theater. Also, it was the first to use the printing press, which printed the state’s first newspaper, … Read more
Southern California, also known as So Cal, is the most popular region in the state, with approximately 24 million of the state’s 39 million residents. It includes two of the most populated counties, San Diego and Los Angeles, as well as 56 more like San Bernadino, Orange, and San Luis Obispo. It also includes the … Read more
The central section of California has over 100 miles of coastline with a blend of beaches and vineyards, as well as some incredible valleys and mountains. Some of the most well-known cities in the area include Salinas, Carmel, Santa Cruz, Modesto, Bakersfield, Fresno, Cambria, Avila Beach, and Monterey. There are also quite a few parks … Read more
The northern section of California covers 48 counties and over 100 cities, 40 of which have more than 55,000 residents. Some of these include San Jose, Oakland, Salinas, Santa Clara, and Berkeley. The largest metro areas include the San Francisco Bay area, Greater Sacramento, and Metropolitan Fresno. With so many cities, you will also find … Read more
With a nickname of Surf City, you already know that Santa Cruz, California, has lots of beaches. But there are a lot of great parks in and around the city as well. Most of them are dog-friendly, and some are even off-leash dog parks. Santa Cruz is also known for its easygoing vibe, technology, and … Read more