The Most Pet-Friendly Places in the U.S.
Finding a place to live that welcomes your furry, scaled or feathered friends is a must for any pet parent. But with so many factors to consider — from dog parks and pet-friendly businesses to affordable vet care and welcoming communities — it can be tough to know where to start your search. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive guide to the most pet-friendly places in the U.S., with data-driven rankings, expert insights and helpful resources for pet owners.
Curious which states truly prioritize pets? We’ve got you covered with a list of the most pet-friendly states that analyzed a study from Dogster that ranked all 50 states and how accommodating they were to dogs based on key factors like the number of pet-related businesses, vet care access, dog parks and pet-friendly accommodations to rank the most welcoming states for pet owners.
What about on a community level? MARS Petcare’s “Better Cities for Pets” program celebrates cities that go above and beyond to create inclusive and supportive environments for pets and their people. You can find a roundup of some of our favorite quintessential Livability cities that have earned the MARS “Better Cities for Pets” distinction as well as a Q&A with the MARS Petcare Director of External Affairs.
Moving with a pet is a whole different ball game, and we’ve got tips and tricks on how to get your pet acclimated to a new neighborhood and the lessons our furry friends can teach us during a move and how moving with a pet can make a new place feel like home. We asked several pet parents how working from home has impacted their animals and even studied how workplaces are becoming more pet-friendly.
But it isn’t all work and no play here! If you’re ready to hit the road with your four-legged friends, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate guide to pet-friendly air travel that analyzes everything from tips to prepare your pet to weight requirements to how much it costs to fly on the most popular U.S. airlines. And now that you and your pet are prepared, discover the most pet-friendly city in every state, bucket list pet-friendly hotels you must visit and even dog parks that are actually bars!
And since we’re all about finding your best place to live, we know how important it is to find your pet’s best place, too!
