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My family may be moving to the Wilmington, NC, area....I want an area that is more pet friendly. I've been to Coronado Island, California, and Boulder, Colorado, and I really like the way people can take their dogs even to restaurants...so cool! How does Wilmington compare?
The beach towns have their own specific laws; usually they don't allow dogs on beaches during the summer.
I don't know what the law on dogs in restaurants is, however, I have never seen them. Frankly, I don't think dogs belong in restaurants, as it is disrespectful to people who don't like them or are frightened of them.
Some Boulder restaurants allow leashed dogs only in the outdoor eating areas--never inside. Don't mean to confuse people here. What I'm really wanting to know is the "vibe." Boulder people are outdoor people who take their dogs with them to hike, walk, and even get a latte. Wondered if Wilmington area had a section like that. I know some areas in South Carolina promote "dog friendly" living.
Some Boulder restaurants allow leashed dogs only in the outdoor eating areas--never inside. Don't mean to confuse people here. What I'm really wanting to know is the "vibe." Boulder people are outdoor people who take their dogs with them to hike, walk, and even get a latte. Wondered if Wilmington area had a section like that....
I know Boulder was voted one of the most "outdoor oriented" cities in America. I haven't see what you describe in Wilmington. The typical resident is more likely to jump in a car with the air-conditioning blasting to go buy a latte.
The fact that there are only two dog-parks for a city of 100,000 seems low to me. However, the local paper put up pictures of a charity dog-walk recently. About 100 people participated. Look at the lower right for "Walk For Those Who Can't: Wilmington NC: Latest news, sports, weather | StarNewsOnline.com .
We found downtown Wilmington to be very dog friendly. There are a number of restaurants, especially along the river, that allow dogs to dine with you outside. We had our "little girl" with us and there were a LOT of people out with their dogs downtown.
Several beaches are also dog friendly. I can speak specifically to Topsail Beach where dogs are allowed on the beach on lead during the season, and off lead out of season if they are under voice command. That was one of the reasons we are retiring there, we can walk our dog on the beach with ease. To make it even more dog friendly the public beach accesses all have rolls of poop bags and trash cans to help make it easier to clean up after your dog. Pretty sure that Surf City is similar.
Wrightsville Beach prohibits dogs on the beach during peak season. There are beaches further north, like Emerald Isle, that are also apparently dog friendly.
Also indicates Kure Beach has a dog park...so that is 4 dog parks in NHC....as well, you may want to check the leash laws for dogs at the Beaches, it used to be that you could have an unleashed dog during the winter months on the beach...always remember that the beaches essentially function as public parks.
Finally, the Barbary Coast (Front St, downtown) used to allow dogs in the bar (haven't been lately to verify)...its an institution, and is open all times of the day. I wouldn't recommend taking your kids in there, but it is a fun place nonetheless. Here is some info on it...
Downtown wilmington is amazingly dog friendly. Any restaurant downtown with outdoor seating will allow you to have dogs. I live downtown and see them almost everyday. Java dogs downtown in the cotton exchange allows dogs inside if you are looking for a latte with your dog.
Bars I know that allow dogs inside:
Barbary coast still allows dogs.
Goat and Compass on 4th st. in the Brooklyn Arts District.
Satellite Bar and Lounge on Greenfield lake downtown (a great spot with huge beer selection and has live music every Friday and Saturday)
Duck and Dive on Dock st.
Bars that have outdoor seating that allow dogs:
Lula's A Pub (under little dipper across from the serpentarium)
Cape Fear Wine and Beer
Really any restaurant with outdoor seating downtown is dog friendly. Just check them out I love seeing dogs at bars. If you don't mind having your dog on a leash all parks will enjoy having them there. Greenfield lake is a fun one with a five mile loop.
The beach towns have their own specific laws; usually they don't allow dogs on beaches during the summer.
I don't know what the law on dogs in restaurants is, however, I have never seen them. Frankly, I don't think dogs belong in restaurants, as it is disrespectful to people who don't like them or are frightened of them.
People should get over it. There are dogs everywhere. Here in San Diego they are not allowed IN the restaurants unless they are service dogs but they are allowed on the patio or balcony etc. Some people cant have children so they have dogs and people need to understand that a little bit more.
Daughter is moving to Wilmington with her sweet Great Dane and finding it difficult to find a place to live, apartment or house. Who knew Great Danes a restricted breed? Never a report of aggression from a Dane. What is the deal? Does anyone have suggestions for place to rent until she buys in Wilmington.
Daughter is moving to Wilmington with her sweet Great Dane and finding it difficult to find a place to live, apartment or house. Who knew Great Danes a restricted breed? Never a report of aggression from a Dane. What is the deal? Does anyone have suggestions for place to rent until she buys in Wilmington.
Never a report of aggression from a Dane? I live in nearby Brunswick County where I witnessed 2 women trying to control a muzzled Great Dane that was growling/barking/foaming at the mouth as he pulled to enter a dog park. They were told not to enter because he was obviously aggressive. I’ve had large breeds all my life and generally love them but they aren’t always well-behaved.
If your daughter’s dog is gentle, I hope she can find something but the sheer size can be a liability sometimes.
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