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Read about America's dog-friendliest towns from years past and enter your town in the 2012 contest.


Dogtown USA

Every year DOG FANCY asks its readers to nominate America’s most dog-friendly cities. The editors then research each city and name the winner based on the presence of dog-friendly activities, restaurants and businesses, dog parks, medical specialists, pro-dog legislation, and other criteria.

dogtown Nominate Your City for 2012 DogTown USA

Think your town has what it takes?
It’s not easy to find the best place in the country to be a dog, but we’re always up for a challenge. Tell us why your favorite town ranks as a great place for dogs.

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dogtown winners 2011 DogTown USA Winner Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Coeur d’Alene has been called a slice of heaven.
No single person, organization, or law can make a city dog-friendly. It takes ongoing effort and dedication from many people.

See last year's winners >>
Editor Ernie Slone Visits Coeur d'Alene >>


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How Dog-Friendly Is Your Town?

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Can you take your dog dinner? Does your town feature dog events? Where is the nearest dog park? Answer a few questions about your hometown to find out where it ranks.


dogtown winners DogTown USA Winners Circle

See the winners and runners-up of years past.
Although our top cities vary in location, climate, and general atmosphere, nearly all have one thing in common: Dogs are not just possessions, but family members.


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I love in Ontario Canada but have just stayed in St. Augustine Florida with my 3 dogs for over a month. I cannot believe how incredibly dog friendly this town is. Specifically Crescent beach where I'm staying. I've seen dogs on motorcycles in Strollers and everyone seems to be very caring and respectful. picking up after their dogs, etc. we'll be back!
Bobbie, Caledon, ON
Posted: 2/15/2012 9:42:52 AM
Did coeur d'alene Idaho win?I live there.
tina marie, coeur d'alene, ID
Posted: 8/12/2011 4:36:09 PM
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Alyssa, Hesperia, MI
Posted: 2/27/2011 7:06:24 AM
check out st augustine fla..very very dog friendly. i do not live there close by but they atre way ahead of other cities
annalee, jacksonville/st augustine, FL
Posted: 2/12/2011 1:19:23 PM
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