From the off leash Carmel Beach to the numerous hotels and restaurants, Carmel clearly has the doggy door open for business. You can stay overnight at the Carmel Mission Inn (owned by Clint Eastwood), the Tradewinds Inn and the Lodge at Pebble Beach.

While visiting, consider a meal outside on the patio with your pooch at Alsatian Coq D'Or, the Forge in the Forest, Buon Giorno Café or Roy's at Spanish Bay.

DogExplorer.com applauds Carmel and the businesses with the vision to offer food and accommodations to those of us who love to travel with our pets.

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