Raleigh makes list of best cities for dog owners, Asheville and Wilmington also mentioned

Friday, November 14, 2025
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Three North Carolina cities are at the top of the pack when it comes to catering to dog owners.

This is according to a recent study by lawn care company, LawnStarter.

They compared the 500 largest US cities across 37 key factors including yard size, dog-friendly rentals, veterinary access, affordability, and community support.

Asheville snagged the number 2 spot, while Wilmington came in 6th, and Raleigh was number 9.

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