Archive for January, 2010

Dog-Friendly Hiking Around Tucson, Arizona

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There are many excellent hiking opportunities around Tucson, Arizona, with all levels of difficulty. The Huachuca Mountains, Santa Catalina Mountains and Santa Rita Mountains are all amazing places to visit with your rugged dog!
Note: Keep updated on these trails, because sometimes they face the problem of forest fires and need to be repaired.

Upper Ramsey [...]

Dog Parks in Southern New Jersey

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The southern area of the state of New Jersey has some fun dog parks in many different spots. Most of them area off-leash, and some offer night lighting!

Laurel Acres Dog Park
Mount Laurel, New Jersey
This fenced dog run is located along a walking path located in the middle of the greater park. It is separated into [...]

Unable to own a dog? Why not rent one?

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Have you ever been out for a walk on a nice, warm, sunny day and wish you had a dog with you? Have you ever been sitting in the park watching dogs play and wish you had one too?
Maybe your lease does not allow dogs or maybe someone in your household has allergies. Perhaps you’re [...]

Pet Stores and Salons in Greensboro, North Carolina

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Greensboro, North Carolina, has all sorts of lovely local places for cats and dogs. If you are looking for interesting products for your pet, or need to have it groomed or boarded, these places have much to offer!
All Pets Considered
This nicely stocked store features all sorts of items for cats and dogs. They feature cat [...]

Dog-Friendly Hiking in the East Bay Area, California

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The East Bay region of California is full of awesome nature, and so many options for hikers. If you are on vacation in San Francisco, and you and your dog need a break from the city life, you are definitely not short of options.

Point Isabel Regional Shoreline
Although it is not a true “hiking” spot, this [...]

Pet Stores in Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison, Wisconsin, is a great college town that offers all sorts of unique pet stores. Many of them cater to pets with specialized organic and raw diets, and have a variety of healthy foods.
The Dog Den, LLC
This store was created with the intention of providing great care for dogs in the Madison area. They have [...]

Upcoming Dog Events in Florida

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If you are in Florida the next two weekends, there are lots of fun dog events around the states! There is a low-cost vaccination clinic, along with an exercise event, adoption opportunities and other fund raising activities.

CPR’s 2nd Annual Pugs and Pooches WinterBark
South County Regional Park
Boca Raton, Florida
January 23
This event will occur from 10:00 AM-4:00 [...]

Dog-Friendly Vacationing in Cleveland, Ohio

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Cleveland, Ohio, is a city of about 478,000 inhabitants, and is located on Lake Erie. The proper city has a few dog-friendly attractions, but most of the fun is found slightly outside of the urban area, in the vast parks and nature preserves.
Attractions
Chagrin Valley Main Street
This is a cute town located outside of Cleveland, [...]

Relax with a Cat at one of Tokyo’s Cat Cafes

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So you’ve finally done it. You waited for the best airline deal you could find and booked a vacation to Tokyo, Japan. After the 15+ hour flight and walking through the densely populated streets you find yourself in awe of the Buddhist temple known as Asakusa Kannon or Sensoji.  Then you wander around the skyscraper [...]

Pet Stores in Wilmington, Delaware

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If you find yourself in Wilmington, Delaware, for any good reason, make sure to stop at one of these pet stores or grooming spots!
Trolley Square Pet Store
This neighborhood pet store mostly caters to cats and dogs. They sell a variety of toys and supplies, along with many different brands of pet food. It is located [...]