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America’s Most Pet-Friendly Cities
According to Forbes Magazine, America’s Most Pet-Friendly Cities report was based on the following criteria:
public park acreage, especially dog parks
quantity of pet supply and pet service businesses
availability of veterinary facilities
affordability of veterinary care
All statistics were measured on both a per capita basis and a pet capita basis, figuring in the city’s estimated pet population. After compiling all of the above, Forbes’ list came out as follows:

Colorado Springs, CO
Portland, OR
Albuquerque, NM
Austin, TX
Charlotte, NC
Virginia Beach, VA
Kansas City, MO
St. Louis, MO
Seattle, WA
Denver, CO

Top 10 Pet-Friendly Cities
In the Dog Fancy study of pet-friendly cities, the editors consider over twenty different factors in making their determination. These include:
dog festivals and canine events
dog-friendly hotels
dog-friendly restaurants
quality of veterinary care
active Humane Society
local pet-related laws
The Dog Fancy Top 10 List of Dog-Friendly Cities is:
San Diego, CA

Long Beach, CA
Carmel, CA
Portland, OR
Seattle, WA
Chicago, IL
New York City, NY
Orlando, FL
Colorado Springs, CO
Austin, TX