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Charlotte, North Carolina Is One Of America’s Most Dog-Friendly Cities

Author Phil Harris
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We may not always love each other, but we do love our pets. It’s safe to say that the U.S. is one of the most dog-friendly countries on Earth. Dog-obsessed is more accurate. Let’s face it, we spoil our fur babies rotten. The mere fact that we refer to them as “fur babies” is a good indication of that. A study just released by Zillow and BARK looks into which U.S. cities are the most pet-friendly.

Real estate site Zillow used the number of pet-friendly rental listings in the biggest U.S. cities by population to help come up with the ranking. BARK, known for its BarkBox pet supply delivery service, looked at more than a dozen years of its subscription data to determine the most popular dog breeds and dog names in each city.

Pet-friendly rentals are in high-demand, as 59% of renters have at least one pet and 40% have a dog, according to the Zillow data. They’ve found twice as many renters filter for pet-friendly listings on their site than any other amenity. While 55% of rental listings on Zillow advertise being pet-friendly, some cities have many more available.

The Lone Star State might as well be called the “Bone Star State.” The top three cities on the list are all in Texas. Dallas leads the pack with its share of pet-friendly rental proprties at 79-percent, followed closely by Austin (77%) and San Antonio (75%). All three eclipse the national average of 55-percent. But so does Charlotte, North Carolina.

Charlotte is actually tied with San Antonio and its 75-percent share of pet-friendly rentals. Furthermore, the date from BARK reveals that the Queen City’s most popular breeds are Golden retriever and Labrador retriever, while the most popular dog names are Bailey and Bella. The rest of the top 10 dog-friendly cities along with each city’s most popular breeds and dog names in parentheses:

America’s Most Dog-Friendly Cities (Zillow, BARK)

  1. Dallas, TX (Breeds: Golden retriever, Labrador retriever; Names: Bella, Charlie)
  2. Austin, TX (Breeds: Labrador retriever, Golden retriever; Names: Winston, Charlie)
  3. San Antonio, TX (Breeds: Labrador retriever, German shepherd; Names: Athena, Bailey)
  4. Charlotte, NC (Breeds: Golden retriever, Labrador retriever; Names: Bailey, Bella)
  5. Indianapolis, IN (Breeds: American pit bull terrier, Labrador retriever; Names: Bear, Bella)
  6. Denver, CO (Breeds: Labrador retriever, Golden retriever; Names: Bella, Charlie)
  7. New York, NY (Breeds: French bulldog, Golden retriever; Names: Archie, Charlie)
  8. Phoenix, AZ (Breeds: American pit bull terrier, Australian shepherd; Names: Bear, Bella)
  9. Seattle, WA (Breeds: American pit bull terrier, Australian shepherd; Names: Bailey, Charlie)
  10. Jacksonville, FL (Breeds: American pit bull terrier, Australian shepherd; Names: Bear, Bella)

Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.


These Are the Most Popular Dogs Right Now

There’s something truly special about having a close relationship with your pet. They say a dog is “man’s best friend,” and it’s totally accurate. I have friends and family who truly feel like their pets are a member of the family. Pets will be there for you through thick and thin. Pets are also know for being loyal, which can be a really good feeling in this world. So, what are the most popular dogs right now?

Danspetcare.com has a great article out that names the most popular dogs in the world right now. In it, they describe that special relationship that one has with their pet. “From hunting to sled-pulling to herding and protection, dogs have helped us survive and thrive in countless ways,” they explain. “One of the most important roles dogs play in our lives is companionship.”

So, what do you do if you’re in the market for a new dog? Danspetcare.com has some good advice on how to pick the right breed. They explain that finding the right breed is a big part of that decision. So, ask yourself, do you want a delicate breed or a more meaty, masculine breed? Also, what’s the purpose of you wanting a pet? Do you want a pet for protection, or are you looking for a small buddy for some companionship?

Either way, when you’re in the market for a new pet, make sure to have lots of questions and ask the right people before settling on your little guy or gal. I remember one of my friends buying the cutest little puppy ever only to see it grow into a huge dog that was almost too big for her apartment. She loved him, but it was quite a surprise. Read on to discover the most popular dogs right now and some more stats. Find more via Danspetcare.com here

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