Pet Friendly Beaches
07/12/06

With dog-friendly beaches getting harder and harder to find anywhere in America, Gulf County is a major attraction for pet owners wanting to share their vacation with man’s best friend.

Named the Number One Dog Friendly Beach in the country by K-9 Magazine, Cape San Blas and all of Gulf County encourage dog owners to spend their time away from home on its beaches. However, it is up to everyone to follow the pet laws so pets will continue to be a part of the family atmosphere. "Gulf County has long-since been revered as a dog-friendly area where children, adults and dogs can intermingle along the shores," explained Gulf County Tourist Development Council Executive Director Paula Pickett. "With residents and visitors working together to follow the pet laws in place and by doing what is right to keep everyone safe, we will remain an area where all family members are welcome."

The pet law in Gulf County states that pets on leashes are welcome on the beaches of Gulf County, except within the St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Animals must remain on the leash at all times while on the beach and owners must remove any remnants left behind by the animal, so carry baggies on all beach adventures. For more information about the Leash Law in Gulf County and for Pet-Friendly accommodations, please visit www.visitgulf.com.