Great news for all pet owners in Tucson! PetLab Co., a pet supplement and nutrition company, recently released data about the top 10 most pet-friendly cities in the U.S., and Tucson came in fourth.
Based on 19 different factors that contribute to pet friendlessness, the company ranked each factor for the individual cities out of 10 and then indexed them to create a total score out of 100. The top three cities were Colorado Springs (63.85), Madison (63.58) and Portland (62.47). Tucson scored a total of 61.90 out of 100.
Some top factors included the number of dog parks per 100,000 dogs, the cost of a vet visit and average pet insurance. For pet owners across the nation, these factors all play a substantial role in assuring their fuzzy friends’ well-being are taken care of.
“This data provides a fascinating insight into which cities offer pet lovers the best and most affordable experience for their furry friends. Colorado Springs stands out as a top spot for pet lovers, due to its highly combined ratings for several factors that contribute to a strong environment for a pet,” says Christopher Masanto, co-founder & CEO of The PetLab Co.
Tucson has a wide assortment of pet-friendly cafes, hotels and activities! Next time you’re in the area make sure to check out these five exciting spots with your four-legged friend:
- Canyon Loop Trail: Dogs are welcome on this hiking trail and may be off-leash in some areas.
- Dogs-N-Donuts: Find homemade treats for your pups at this local dog bakery.
- Rosie’s Barket: Stop by to create your own custom bath for your furry friend.
- Bisbee Breakfast Club: Enjoy your coffee and breakfast with your pets on the patio.
- Tucson Botanical Gardens: Wander the shady paths during the Dog Days of Summer event from June to September.
