Welcome to the dogtrotting.net list of dog-friendly city and town guides.
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Here’s a quick guide to the dog-friendly highlights in each city we’ve visited so far:
Dog-friendly Hamilton, Ontario
Hamilton, Ontario is the closest city to our home, so my dog and I visit often. Dog-friendly surprises include two dog-friendly cafes (dog-centric, really) where you can bring your dog inside, along with many walking trails skirting scenic waterfalls.
Dog-friendly Kitchener, Ontario
Home of many unique dog-friendly opportunities throughout the year including outdoor summer and Christmas markets, waterparks (once a year), and seasonal camping.
Dog-friendly Niagara Region, Ontario
Dog-friendly wineries dominate the Niagara Region as must-see destinations for both you and your pup.
Dog-friendly Ottawa, Ontario
Ottawa is a wonderfully scenic outdoor city in both summer and winter, so dog-friendly options are plentiful. Check out the Byward Market, dog-friendly ghost tour, and two of the best off-leash dog parks we’ve ever visited.
Dog-friendly Sault Ste Marie, Ontario
Sault Ste Marie is a very outdoorsy small city, so dog-friendly options include camping, walking trails, provincial parks, and waterfront trails.
Dog-friendly Toronto, Ontario
Toronto has so many interesting dog-friendly options including outdoor markets and tours at Brickworks and The Distillery District, shopping at the outlet mall, and even a dog-friendly zoo near the High Park off-leash dog run.
DOG-FRIENDLY DIGBY, NOVA SCOTIA
Digby, Nova Scotia was the terminus of my dog’s first ferry ride – this time across a world-famous harbour to arrive just in time for a dog-friendly patio lunch in full view of scallop fishing boats docking.
DOG-FRIENDLY HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
Halifax, Nova Scotia has one of the most walkable and therefore dog-friendly Waterfronts of all the places we’ve visited yet. Along with one of the biggest urban and leash-free parks in the Maritimes.
DOG-FRIENDLY YARMOUTH, NOVA SCOTIA
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia is the Maritime compact town to explore history with your dog, and stop for a pint or ice cream at any dog-friendly patio downtown.
DOG-FRIENDLY SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK
Saint John, New Brunswick is a coastal town with two dog parks and the ideal place downtown to have dinner and a beer with your dog indoors if you prefer.
DOG-FRIENDLY FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK
Fredericton, New Brunswick is one o the most dog-friendly cities you’ll encounter on the east coast of Canada. Don’t miss Picaroon’s outdoor dog-friendly patio (and stick library) across the walking bridge.
