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MAINE WELCOMES YOUR DOGS! From the forests and the mountains to the beautiful rocky coast, Maine offers something for everyone. You’ll find more than 300 dog parks, beaches, and trails, and hundreds of accommodations and stores that will welcome you and your dog, making Maine one of the more pet-friendly states. Maine is known for its mouth-watering lobster and seafood, delicious blueberries, the first national park established east of the Mississippi River (Acadia National Park), picturesque lighthouses, over 3,400 miles of beaches and the Maine State Animal the mighty moose. For the outdoor enthusiasts hiking is a great activity you can enjoy with your dog, and Maine boasts many beautiful trails and scenery. For those who may prefer to explore the coast rather than the wooded trails, many of Maine’s beaches allow dogs. If a city atmosphere is more your speed, then perhaps you should check out dog friendly Portland which was designated as one of the “50 Best of the Best in the Dog World” by Fido Friendly Magazine. “Fido will feel right at home in Maine, whether he’s an energetic pit bull or a lovable golden retriever. That’s because Maine welcomes all dog breeds (there are no restrictions) and has 76 dog-friendly beaches, making it the best place for pups in the United States.” Reader’s Digest, March 2021 Maine’s so pet-friendly it boasts a monthly newspaper, Downeast Dog News, written entirely about the dog community (visit: downeastdognews. com). petMAINE, Maine’s only statewide travel guide written exclusively for people traveling with their pets, offers information about pet-friendly lodging, restaurants, activities, and communities ... plus, an extensive list of the state’s best pet-friendly parks, beaches and trails! The Boston Globe is quoted as saying petMAINE “is a must-have for folks who can’t bear to leave Rover at home.” We hope you enjoy our guide and find it a valuable resource in making your stay in Maine with your pets even more enjoyable!
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