Gone to the Dogs
These 10 Maine towns - arguably the most pet-friendly in the state - really do treat Rex like royalty.
By Michaela Cavallaro
Fancy kennels abound, and there's always the prospect of a live-in petsitter who will pamper your beloved pooch while you head off for an out-of-town getaway. But will man's best friend still love you after a weekend apart? Actually, yes, he will - isn't unconditional love and tail wagging the number-one reason to have a dog? But better not to risk a rift.
Instead, bring Rover along as you dine al fresco, tramp along wooded trails, and shop in interesting boutiques. Maine is an exceptionally dog-friendly state (where else do the First Dogs merit their own Web page?) that boasts an array of activities for dogs and their people.
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