Whether it's the Year of the Dog, National Dog Day or any time of year, read on for dog-friendly L.A. restaurants, hotels and activities, along with some doggie inspired culture.

Home to 1,000 dogs per square mile, West Hollywood’s pet policies truly reflect the core values of the city.

Los Angeles weather is not only good for your wellbeing, but for your dog’s, too, and there is no shortage of places to take your dog off-leash. From parks and hiking to boutiques and friendly restaurants, the East Valley welcomes your canine companions.

Pet-friendly Los Angeles can mean different things to different people. To some, it means the ability to pamper pets at a posh pet-friendly hotel, and for others, it means experiencing the best of L.A. together. Luckily, Los Angeles has all your bases covered, offering up services, dog parks and activities that specifically cater to your pet.

Welcome to the world of dining with dogs, which has become a little easier, thanks to legislation that gives restaurateurs in Los Angeles County the option to permit dogs on patios, so long as Fido doesn’t have to promenade through the restaurant to get there.