Safewise.com has published its rankings of the most pet-friendly states in the USA.
Using data from diverse sources such as the Bureau of Labor, the Animal Legal Defense Fund and online resources for pet-friendly accommodation such as BringFido.com, the company assessed states for pet-friendliness.
How does your state rank? Pet-friendly states as ranked by Safewise.com
The Top 10:
- Maine
- Virginia
- Arizona
- Oklahoma
- Colorado
- Oregon
- Massachusetts
- Kansas
- Rhode Island
- Washington
Studies like these can help pet owners make informed decisions about relocation and quality of life for them and their pets. Well done to Safewise for sponsoring this study.
Source: Safewise.com
Kathleen Crisley, specialist in dog massage, rehabilitation and nutrition/food therapy, The Balanced Dog, Christchurch, New Zealand
DoggyMom.com 
Super happy to see my future homestate of Virginia as number 2!!
Happy travels!
Interesting demographic. With my knowledge of the US states, I’d say you guys look pretty pet crazy up the Eastern and Western seaboards but less so in the middle. I’m sure everyone loves a pet though. DOn’t we all…..?