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Crane Beach: Good Dogs, Off-Leash At The Beach

dogs playing with a ball at the beach outside Boston
When it comes to beaches, I am a bit of a snob after spending many a long summer on Nantucket’s white sand beaches. This sunny winter weekend, we took a ride just North of Boston to Crane Beach in Ipswich Massachusetts. We found an incredibly beautiful beach, where dogs are allowed to play off leash, at least in the winter.

Our Boston dog, who spent his puppyhood as a beach dog on Nantucket, was shaking with excitement when we pulled into the parking lot at Crane Beach. The salty ocean breeze, the sounds of talkative seagulls and the promise of saltwater meeting sand is as intoxicating to my dog as is myself. If you love going to the beach as much as we do, take a moment to learn more about Crane Beach, the Green Dog program and enjoy a bunch of pictures of dogs playing on the beach. Continue reading

Bright Spot Therapy Dog Workshops

Two certified therapy dogs take a moment in massachusetts
Beginning and Advanced Therapy Dog Workshops have been scheduled for Saturday, March 27th and Saturday, April 17th, in Northampton Massachusetts. Cynthia Hinckley, who was kind enough to write the therapy dog article for Fido loves, will be your instructor. I personally know Cynthia, she is a fantastic resource for therapy dog training and will make the trip out to Northampton well worthwhile. Continue reading


Dog Shops & Services

Four Preppy Paws, Beacon Hill
Four Preppy Paws, Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill might be one of Boston’s most picturesque neighborhoods with cobblestone streets, gas lighting and historic homes. Nestled on Charles Street you will find a cute little shop called Four Preppy Paws. This is not a huge dog boutique but they have a nice selection of unique dog toys, accessories and treats.

Dog Friendly Places

Crane Beach: Good Dogs, Off-Leash At The Beach
Crane Beach: Good Dogs, Off-Leash At The Beach

When it comes to beaches, I am a bit of a snob after spending many a long summer on Nantucket’s white sand beaches. This sunny winter weekend, we took a ride just North of Boston to Crane Beach in Ipswich Massachusetts. We found an incredibly beautiful beach, where dogs are allowed to play off leash, [...]

Healthy Dog

What You Might Not Know: MSPCA-Angell
What You Might Not Know: MSPCA-Angell

We were invited to tour the MSPCA-Angell Animal Hospital and Adoption Center in Boston, for a behind the scenes look how MSPCA-Angell helps the Boston dog community. All Boston dog owners should take a moment to learn about the resources available in Jamaica Plain.

Events

A Behaviorist, Dog Lovers and "BEST IN SHOW"
A Behaviorist, Dog Lovers and “BEST IN SHOW”

It’s all about dogs and the people who love them at the Coolidge Corner Theatre on Monday, March 15 at 7:00pm, with a special screening of BEST IN SHOW, master mockumentarian Christopher Guest’s hilarious send-up of competitive canine culture, paired with a talk by Nicholas Dodman, one of the world’s leading

Real Estate

Boston's Most Dog Friendly Neighborhoods
Boston’s Most Dog Friendly Neighborhoods

How we defined which Boston neighborhoods are dog friendly and a quick review of our favorite Boston neighborhoods to live with a dog. This is the first part of multiple articles, about living in Boston with your dog.