Better Cities for Pets

Pets make life happier and healthier. That’s why the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program helps cities make pets as welcome as possible. And now Mars Petcare is certifying the most pet-friendly places to recognize and celebrate all they do for pets and pet owners.

Meet the Certified Cities

These cities have all earned BETTER CITY FOR PETS™ recognition thanks to the programs and policies they have in place and their commitment to continuing improvement.

See how the BETTER CITY FOR PETS™ program helps cities be more pet-friendly in our 2019 Annual Report. For more information about the certification, click here.

Person running on trail in Arlington, TX

BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ kickoff in Franklin, TN

Dog outside at Miami Lakes K-9 Cove park

Pet-friendly proclamation in St Petersburg

Dogs standing on sidewalk in Gresham, OR

How Do Cities Get Certified?

The BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program includes a model of 12 key traits for pet-friendly cities. Things like local organizations working to end pet homelessness, available pet-friendly housing, pet amenities like free pet waste bags, and shops and restaurants that make it easy to be out with pets.

Cities that want BETTER CITY FOR PETS™ recognition take our online assessment, a detailed look at the city’s pet demographics, features, pet-friendly programs, and plans for the future.

Want your city certified? Write to your Mayor or City Council and encourage them to visit BetterCitiesForPets.com to get started.

Let’s Begin

Thanks for choosing to help. Let’s start with a few easy questions.

What is your name?

So glad you’re doing the assessment! Please keep in mind that by completing it, you’re giving us permission to use the information you provide for any research and marketing purposes. For example, we might compile city data for a regional or global report, or use the citizen data to show what pet-friendly features people want most in their communities. By completing the assessment, you agree to receive email and other marketing communications from Mars, Incorporated and its family of companies, and you certify that you have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Statement.

What city do you live in?

City

Country

State/Region

Do you have pets? If so, please indicate the number of each.

Dog

Cat

Others

Are any of your pets adopted ?

Yes

What is your e-mail address?

Please opt in to receive our communications at the email you provided.

Yes

Are you over the age of 13?

To proceed to the assessment, you need to be at least 13 years old. But even if you aren’t 13, you can still speak up for pets! Click here to leave this form and learn more.

Last question.
Are you registering to take the full assessment (representing your city) or the brief citizen survey (as a concerned pet lover)?

Government Official

Citizen

Thanks, !

It’ll be just a sec. We’re getting your assessment set up.

Stay in touch

Hope you’ll sign up so we can continue to share tips, resources and best practices for pet-friendly cities.

The Playbook for Pet-Friendly Cities gives you best practices and tools for going pet-friendly.

It’s free for everyone who joins the Better Cities For Pets™ program. By signing up you’ll also receive periodic emails about pet-friendly topics. We don’t share or sell our mailing list. We’re just trying to make life happier and healthier for pets and people everywhere.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

By clicking submit, you agree to receive email and other marketing communications from Mars, Incorporated and its family of companies, and you certify that you have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Statement.

Thanks!

We’re happy to stay in touch to help as you make your city as pet-friendly as possible.

Thank you!

With the Playbook for Pet-Friendly Cities, you’re on your way to a happier, healthier place for people and pets alike.

These Cities Make it Easier to Have a Great Life with Your Pet

Meet the Certified Cities

How Do Cities Get Certified?

Related blog posts

A City that Cares – an Excerpt from the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ 2019 Annual Report

Room to Run and Play – an Excerpt from the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ 2019 Annual Report

Pets Welcome in More Places – an Excerpt from the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ 2019 Annual Report