Man’s best friend – sometimes we can’t go anywhere without him! Dog owners and lovers will tell you that if they’re looking to move somewhere new, a major factor in the decision-making process is determining if your potential home is kind to your four-legged friend.
Looking at homes for sale in Toronto or a place to settle in British Columbia? You’ll want to know if your pet companion will feel at home there as well.
Here are some of the most dog-friendly cities in Canada.
Toronto, Ontario
There are over 230,000 dogs here, so your pup will never be lonely if they like making friends.
There are 65 parks to play in and it’s home to Woofstock, the largest dog festival in North America.
Kelowna, British Columbia
Even if you’re living in a small apartment your dog will know it has the world at its paw-tips. Kelowna is a place rife with nature, from sandy beaches to lakes and forested areas.
There are also plenty of off-leash parks for well-behaved pups.
Calgary, Alberta
There are plenty of pet-friendly hotels here like the Carriage House Hotel and Conference Centre and Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel.
Keep your pup busy at the Calgary Scavenger Hunt Tour that allows dogs to take in the city’s historic landmarks and local culture spots alongside their owners.
If you like to dine-out with your pooch there are plenty of restaurants with dog-friendly patios to choose from.
Sandy Beach Park is a great place to go on a hot day, and Banff National Park has plentiful land for your dog to run on.
Whistler, British Columbia
If you like to hit the trail with your canine partner you’ll find plenty of them in Whistler, like The Sea to Sky Trail, and the Brandywine Falls trail.
Treat your pup at one of the many local amenities just for dogs, like groomers, boarding facilities, and pet shops.
There’s even an annual K9 Wine and Dine event at the local animal shelter that is a black tie evening for both you and your pup, or the Dog Jog, a charity race where the dogs run alongside the runners.
Guelph, Ontario
This city ranks top among the most veterinarians per capita thanks to being the home base for the Ontario Veterinary College. You won’t have to fret if your pup gets sick.
This small town has a lot of wonderful trails for tiring your pup out, and many places they can tag along during your day-to-day activities.
Calgary, Alberta
There are nearly 150 outdoor areas you can take your dog to stretch their legs off leash. This ranks it as one of the best places for dogs who like to roam in North America.
Montreal, Quebec
Though dogs are not allowed in the majority of national parks here, there are still plenty of places for them to go.
The city has over 20 dog parks as well as many restaurants and outdoor areas that are friendly towards the furry ones.
Montreal even has dog yoga, and many water activity areas will allow for your pup to hop into a canoe or rowboat with you.
