The most dog-friendly cities in the world

Vancouver, Canada

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There are thousands of dogs registered here. Vancouver canine residents have a city prepared to cater to their needs, and they love it!

Tel Aviv, Israel

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Did someone mention beaches for dogs? Tel Aviv has them! Parks for dogs? Sure! And how about movie nights for dogs? Absolutely! The Israeli city is truly dog-friendly in every aspect.

New York City, USA

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New York City has a number of pet-friendly hotels, so you won't have problems finding accommodation when traveling with your pooch. This includes the five-star Loews Regency, among others.

Sydney, Australia

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While most main beaches don't allow dogs, the Aussie city caters to them by having dedicated beaches for the pooches.

Tokyo, Japan

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Japan is a dog-loving country. There's even a statue of Dr. Hidesaburo and his faithful dog Hachiko, who famously waited for his owner for over nine years following his death.

Seattle, USA

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Boasting 14 off-leash parks, Seattle is hands down one of the best cities for dogs in the US. Magnuson Park is one of the most popular spots.

Prague, Czech Republic

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Prague is an uber cool European destination, and probably one of the few where you have an historical art-house movie theater where dogs are allowed! At Aero, you can enjoy a good indie film in the company of your four-legged friend.

Berlin, Germany

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Berlin might be one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Europe, and dogs are certainly included in the life of Berliners.

Rome, Italy

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Romans do love their dogs, and they're certainly welcomed in most places in the Italian capital.

London, England

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In a country where the Queen has had Corgis all her life and the prime minister goes jogging with his pooch, it's only natural that the capital caters to dogs.

San Francisco, USA

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From off-leash parks to beaches, San Francisco is a great city for dogs. Golden Gate Park, for instance, has four off-leash areas.

Geneva, Switzerland

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The city is as dog-friendly as it gets. Head to Parc Bertrand and let your pooch roam free in its fenced area. 

Paris, France

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Parisian dogs can walk into most brasseries and boutiques, like any human would. In fact, they're welcome in most places.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Unlike many other cities, in Amsterdam dogs are allowed in most places. Those that don't allow dogs usually have a sign (think mostly galleries and museums).

Toronto, Canada

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Dogs are certainly happy in Toronto. With plenty of parks to take your pooch for a walk on- and off-leash, the city is very welcoming for dogs.