New Jersey boasts about 450 cities that are receptive to dogs. Roughly half of the Garden's State population owns a pet, and about 30 percent of those own dogs. New Jersey is known for many things from the party scene to the scenic beaches. However, what many don't know is that New Jersey can be a nice place to visit even if you need to bring your favorite pet along with you. New Jersey does have dog parks, and some pet friendly hotels. This state doesn't have as many pet friendly locations as other states, but they are there if you search for them.

Princeton, New Jersey offers approximately 6 pet friendly lodging destinations. The Princeton Palmer Lake Trail is also a nice place to bring the dog along. Toms River has 3 pet friendly hotels and a dog park. East Brunswick even has an "off-leash" dog park called Monroe Township Park where your dog would be free to roam as it pleased.

If you are traveling to New Jersey without a pet, consider purchasing one to take back home with you. Animals in New Jersey may love coming back with you to your home state. There aren't as many dog owners in New Jersey as there are in other states, so more dogs are available for you to add to your family in this area. Browse the listings to see if there is a dog in the New Jersey area that would be a great addition to your household as a family pet!