DogFriendly.com has introduced their list of the most “dog friendly cities to visit” in the United States. I’m assuming that this means that it’s great to visit those cities with your dog (we prefer to bring our labrador retrievers), but not live there. In the list, they talk about visiting these cities, not actually living in those cities. It’s a technicality, but nonetheless, here is the list of the top 10 cities to visit with your dog:

1. San Francisco, California - Luxurious hotels. Plenty of pet-friendly patio dining. Many off-leash beaches and areas. Ride the cable car, walk the Golden Gate.

2. Austin, Texas - Dine in outdoor cafes. Visit the Zilker Botanical Gardens. See the Congress Street Bats. Many off-leash parks.

3. Boston, Massachusetts - Tour Boston harbor by boat. Walk the Freedom Trail and explore many National Historical Sites. Your leashed dog is welcome on the subway.

4. Northern Virginia - Enjoy a yappy hour or dine in dog-friendly Alexandria. Take the Canine Cruise. Visit outdoor monuments and nearby Washington.

5. Portland, Oregon- Enjoy off-leash areas and the famous Rose Gardens. Visit the Saturday Outdoor Market. Have a drink at the Lucky Lab.

6. Charleston, South Carolina/strong>- Take a ghost tour or walking tour. See the grounds of the Magnolia and Boone Hall Plantations. Visit the beach.