Most Pet-Friendly Cities in 2025

from Wallet Hub August, 2025

To many of us, pets are family — even if they’re covered in fur, feathers or scales. Animal companionship is a great stress reliever, and over 94 million households in the U.S. that own pets want to live in places where their beloved companions can enjoy long, healthy lives without breaking the bank. In 2025, pet ownership will cost Americans an estimated $157 billion, according to the American Pet Products Association.

Years ago, pet owners had access to only a handful of businesses offering animal services and supplies. Petco and PetSmart were among the biggest names. Now, the market for pet businesses is growing to fill increasing consumer demand, and new ways to buy goods for your animal have appeared, such as monthly subscription boxes.

Adding an animal to the family roster can be hard on the wallet. For popular choices like dogs and cats, a long list of expenses that include licenses, grooming and medical care can cost $1,000 - $3,000+ annually. Health insurance alone can exceed $500 per year for a dog, and it may not even be worth it. And if you rent an apartment with an animal, you can expect to pay hundreds, if not thousands, more for a pet deposit, fee and rent.

With animal parents in mind, WalletHub compared the pet-friendliness of the 100 largest U.S. cities across 23 key metrics. Their data set ranges from minimum pet-care provider rate per visit to the number of pet businesses per capita to walkability….

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