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Updated: May 17th, 2007 - 19:37:32 |
The city of Seattle is the largest in the Pacific Northwest. Known as the so called "Rainy City", Seattle is home to some of the top landmarks as well as major coffee companies, including Starbucks and Seattle's Best Coffee. Traveling with your pet throughout the city is made simple as well behaved pets are allowed on trains, buses and even ferries.
Places to Stay
Hotel Vintage Park, a boutique hotel located in downtown Seattle offers pet friendly accommodations that any dog would love. Your pet is welcomed at check in with a Hotel Vintage Park dog tag. During wine hour, your pet is treated to grape shaped dog biscuits made by Chez Puppy. Services including pet-sitting and grooming can be handled by the hotel and there is even a resident pet photographer on hand to capture your vacation with your pet.
The Alexis Hotel, also located downtown offers your pet upon check-in a designer doggie bed, a water bowl with distilled water along with complimentary pet treats. Plus, as a pet-friendly hotel they can arrange pet sitting services to care for your pet while you're out exploring the shops, art galleries, cafes and restaurants in downtown Seattle. The hotel also offers a "Doggie In-Room Dining Service Menu," in addition to private sessions with a groomer, animal psychologist, masseuse or acupuncturist, all specializing in pet-friendly treatments.
Things to Do
For water lovers, the Sand Point Magnuson Park includes the largest off-leash dog area within city limits and also offers water access for pooches who want to take a swim. The park is set on nine acres and includes winding trails with several opens areas to hike with your pet.
Pioneer Square is Seattle's oldest neighborhood. It is preserved as a National Historic District. In this district, you can stroll through the area and see the historic buildings, or better yet, take an elegant horse and carriage ride from Emerald Country Carriages, which allows well-behaved dogs to ride with their owners.
There are many pet friendly restaurants and stores located within the heart of the city. Norm's Eatery and Ale House is a pet fan favorite, and the Madison Park Cafe allows pets at their outdoor tables and brings bowls of water and treats while you dine.
Not to Miss
If you travel about 25 minutes north of Seattle, you will find The Dining Dog Cafe & Bakery situated in the suburb of Edmonds. This restaurant specializes in a unique dining experience for you and your dog. They offer a full service menu for both patrons including doggie cocktails, appetizers, entrees and even a dessert tray. Private parties, including birthdays can be accommodated and come with a very special cake for the birthday "boy" or "girl."
A trip to Seattle would not be complete until you have visited the Space Needle, located inside the Seattle Center, home of the 1962 World Fair. While your pet is not allowed inside the buildings, a great photo opportunity awaits. Also inside the center, pets are allowed to walk with their owners through the Sculpture Garden. Have a safe trip!
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