When you are picking the destination city for you and your pet's next vacation, there are many things to keep in mind. Are there lots of activities you and your pet can enjoy? Are there pet-friendly accommodations that will suit you, your pet and your budget? How will you get from place to place with your pooch? Does the city's public transportation permit animals? Is there somewhere to take your pet if it becomes ill? Are there plenty of restaurants that will allow you to dine with your pet? Will you enjoy the city as much as your pet? With all these things in mind, here is a list of some of North America's most pet-friendly cities for you to choose the destination that you and your pet will most enjoy during your next vacation.

Boston is one of the most pet friendly cities in the nation and offers plenty of things for you and your pet to enjoy while you are there. The city's subway (The Boston T) allows leashed dogs of all sizes to ride during non-rush hours and there are plenty of places you and your pooch will want to go! Whether you would like to take a walk along the 2 mile Freedom Trail, hop on a one of the many pet-friendly boats or ferries or spend an active day in one of the city's many parks like the Boston Common, Minute Man National Historical Park or Arnold Arboretum, there are ample opportunities for you and your pet to enjoy Boston's many attractions.

New York is an amazing destination for you and your pet with many famous department stores, including Bergdorf Goodman's and Saks, allowing well-behaved, leashed dogs. There are also more than 30 off-leash dog parks, a swimming pond especially for dogs in Brooklyn's Prospect Park, the dog-centric William Secord Gallery and special pet taxis to take you and your pet to and from all New York's fabulous attractions.

San Diego is know for its nearly perfect year-round weather and with its multiple off-leash and pet-friendly parks and beaches there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the cities almost ideal climate. A prime spot for you and your dog to visit is the Otay Ranch Town Shopping Center with a built-in, off-leash park and pet sitting services, so you may enjoy the Center. La Jolla offers great seaside dining at restaurants with outdoor patios.

Vancouver is a great city for pets and their people to enjoy a fun-filled vacation. There are plenty of outdoor restaurants and cafes for doggie dining, numerous stores that allow pet entry, pet-friendly beaches and parks, including seven off-leash dog beaches and more than 20 off-leash dog parks, and many of the city's ferries and public transportation allows leashed or caged dogs. A visit to Historic Gastown, Granville Island, the Capilano Bridge and Park, Minter Gardens, Hell's Gate Airtram and Victoria on Vancouver Island are a few other fun activities to be enjoyed by you and your pet during a Vancouver vacation.

Houston often tops AAA's list of top pet-friendly travel cities in the United States as the city offers more than 100 pet-friendly accommodations as well as three off-leash dog parks and 20 accredited emergency vet hospitals to ensure that both you and your pet will have a fun and safe vacation. There are plenty of places for you and your pet to enjoy in Houston, from dining at one of the many outdoor restaurants to taking in a show from the hill seats of the Miller Outdoor Theater or exploring the San Jacinto Battleground.

There are plenty of fun attractions to enjoy in Portland from more than 20 off-leash dog parks, a city amusement park that allows leashed dogs, the famous Rose Gardens, Portland Saturday Market or the 185-acre Hoyt Arboretum. And if all this running around get you down, a quick stop at the Iron Mutt Coffee Company or landmark Lucky Lab Brewing Company is sure to lift your spirits.

Orlando offers some wonderful pet-friendly resorts and attractions that both you and your pet are sure to enjoy. When you wish to see the sights of Orlando there are plenty of places to go with your pet from shopping Winter Park, dining at Sam Snead's, walking Paw Park or exploring Disney's Downtown Celebration. And if you want to explore one of the many Orlando theme parks, many will pet-sit your dog for the day.

Austin is a big Texas town dishing out big fun for you and your dog. With 12 off-leash dog parks, lots of dog-friendly hotel and motels, and many dog-friendly attractions including the Congress Street Bat Colony, Zilker Botanical Garden and horse-drawn carriage tours of downtown, there is never a dull moment in Austin.

Belmont Shore proudly exhibits its puppy love with several annual pet parades and dog beauty contests, such as the Easter and the Howl O' Ween parades and the Most Beautiful Bulldog competition. Plus the city boasts the only off-leash dog beach in L.A. County. And when you wish to pamper your pooch with a day of shopping, all the stores that line Second Street are pet-friendly offering bowls of water and yummy doggie treats.

Chicago offers a wide selection of pet friendly locales to visit from outdoor cafes and pet-friendly bars to luxurious, up-scale hotels and even a special White Sox annual Dog Day baseball game. And if you prefer more to be in action than just watch the action, Lake Michigan offers more than 18 miles of paved trails for you and your dog to explore.