Here’s something to bark at: About one in five — or roughly 23 million — U.S. households acquired a dog or cat during the pandemic.

The group measured the puppy love in nearly 200 of the biggest U.S. cities based on 22 key factors — from access to dog walkers, groomers, and trainers to the share of canine-friendly rental properties to the favorability of dog laws.

How does Murfreesboro stack up?

Murfreesboro's Rank for Some Key Metrics (1 = Best)

- Share of Dog-Friendly Rental Homes - 1st
- Dog Events per 100,000 Residents - 54th
- Veterinarians per 100,000 Residents - 9th
- Pet Groomers per 100,000 Residents - 23rd
- Pet Boarding Offers per 100,000 Residents - 12th
- Dog-Friendly Stores per 100,000 Residents; 2021 - 21st

See the full ranking and analysis can be found here: https://www.lawnstarter.com/blog/studies/best-cities-dog-lovers/

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