Nothing beats a trip to the beach on a hot summer’s day! Dogs (and their owners) can get some great exercise running along the shoreline and then cooling off with a romp in the waves at these dog-friendly beaches.
Safety Tip: Drinking salt water can make your dog ill or even prove fatal if large quantities are consumed, so bring along plenty of fresh water to keep your companion hydrated.
California:
Ocean Beach Dog Beach (San Diego)
Florida:
Fort Desoto Park Dog Beach and Paw Playground
Massachusetts:
South Carolina:
In order to keep the dog-friendly beaches friendly, please keep these basic rules of dog-beach etiquette in mind:
- Leave nothing behind — always scoop your dog’s poop (see our product reviews on poop bags)
- Obey beach and park leash laws
- Always keep your dog under control
- Know when your dog has had enough fun-in-the sun and is ready to head home
Do you have a favorite dog beach? Post a comment and share your top dog beaches.
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