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, 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
Walk The Dog At Boston’s Belle Isle Salt Marsh
We found ourselves looking for a place near Boston where we could spend some quality time with the dog; without the dog park. Sometimes, the dog park, which is perfect for letting your Boston dog socialize with other dogs, can be a bit much. This past weekend, we had one of those moments where we just wanted to find a quiet place for some quality family time, dog included.
Funny enough, we found Boston’s largest remaining salt marsh in one of the most unexpected places; East Boston. Right in the middle of a well developed area is the Belle Isle Salt Marsh Reservation. There you will find 241 acres of trails, sea grass, saltwater and views of Boston in the distance. We had found a relatively unused place to play with the dog. Continue reading
New England Ski Trip With Your Dog
Pack the ski gear, load the car and head North, just don’t forget to bring the dog. Because this New England ski trip is pet friendly not just pet tolerant. Too many times in the past we have cut our ski trips short because of the dog. This weekend that changed when we drove into Jackson NH with our dog’s head happily hanging out the window. Jackson sits in the center of New Hampshire’s ski country and happens to have one of the most pet friendly bed and breakfast inns I have come across thus far. So pack your snowshoes, skis, snowboards or cross-country gear because here is a dog friendly New England winter vacation for the “Whole Family”. Continue reading
Walking Your Dog In Boston’s Public Garden
I am always amazed how our dog knows when Boston’s Public Garden is near. It does not matter whether we are in the car or on foot, but within a block or two, he knows either by the scent or simple recognition. The Boston Public Garden might be one of my favorite places to take our dog for a walk; on a leash of course.
As a centerpiece for the park you will find a large pond surrounded with tall trees, beautiful lawns and gardens. Crossing the center of the pond is a beautiful stone bridge, allowing you to overlook the landmark Swan Boats gliding along with passengers; a pretty idyllic scene. Granted my dog only notices any of this if he needs to pee or is hunting one of the countless squirrels, pigeons or geese. But for my dog, the Public Garden is the perfect place to go for a walk, in the center of Boston. Continue reading
Off-Leash on the Boston Common
In my opinion the Boston Common and Public Gardens are the beating heart of Boston. On any day you will find Bostonians with and without dogs milling about, socializing and sometimes just catching a noontime nap under one of the fantastic trees or beneath the summer sun. The Boston Common is the first public park in the United States and has a rich history much like the rest of Boston. Still today many events take place here, only history will tell which moments are remembered.
When you live in Beacon Hill, Back Bay or Downtown Crossing; the Common is a perfect place to take your dog for a walk or for socialization. Thanks to a small group of locals there is even a small section of the Boston Common where your dog can run off-leash. Continue reading
