Redfin and Rover Rank America’s Best Cities for Dog Walks

Key Takeaways San Francisco, New York City and Jersey City ranked as the top three best cities for dog walking, according to data from Redfin and Rover. Eight out of the top 10 best cities for dog walking are on the East Coast. Goldendoodles are the most popular breed in 46 of the 107 cities analyzed. For dog owners, choosing where to live isn’t just about finding a home with enough space for a dog bed or to play fetch. The ability to go outside and easily get some zoomies out can also make a big difference. San Francisco is the most dog-friendly city, according to a new analysis from Redfin and Rover. New York City is a close second, followed by Jersey City. Redfin and Rover’s Top 10 Best Cities for Dog Walks of 2026 Rover Rank Cities Walk Score Most Popular Breed Top-trending Breed 1. San Francisco, CA 88.7 Golden Retriever Standard Schnauzer 2. New York, NY 88.0 Goldendoodle Schipperke 3. Jersey City, NJ 86.6 Goldendoodle English Springer Spaniel 4. Boston, MA 82.8 Goldendoodle Old English Bulldog 5. Chicago, IL 77.2 Goldendoodle Toy Fox Terrier 6. Washington, DC 76.7 Labrador Retriever Pomsky 7. Miami, FL 76.6 Goldendoodle Coton de Tulear 8. Newark, NJ 75.9 Labrador Retriever B...