When most people talk about Savannah, they point out the majestic Oak trees, or the downtown Historic District, or the well-known restaurant, The Lady and Sons. But they often don’t mention that this famed, historic city is also dog-friendly.

Many of the vacation rentals in the Historic District, including the Heritage House and Gaston Street Getaway, will accept dogs (up to 20 pounds). Some hotels and B&Bs will also allow Spot to spend the night.

There are quite a few dog parks, too.  One of our favorites – which is located downtown – is the Matilda Beasley Dog Park. This park was created in 2008, and is behind the East Broad Street Elementary School.

Heading South from the Historic District is the Savannah Dog Park, located on 41st and Drayton streets in Savannah’s Starland Community. This park has a shaded, fenced-in area where Fido and Spot can play off the leash.

You can also bring your dog to some downtown restaurants, like Vinnie Van Go-Go’s, provided they sit outside.

Or course, you can bring your dog to Forsyth Park and the city’s wonderful squares. But please keep him/her on a leash.

For more Savannah dog-friendly resources, visit  Savannah Dog Park.