Dogs are man’s best friend and who doesn’t want to spend the day with their best friend? Rockville dog owners are lucky to be in an area that offers so many opportunities to get out and about with their four-legged friends. Check out Rockville's new dog-friendly neighborhood With 65 community parks, the city and its surrounding area makes it easy to get outdoors for two and four-legged exercise. And the pooch-friendly atmosphere doesn’t stop there. Restaurants, shops, and attractions throughout Rockville roll out the welcome mat to accommodate not only their customers, but their furry friends as well. Here are the best places to eat, drink and play with your dog in Rockville, MD:

There is no doubt that Alexandrians love dogs. A quick stroll down the sidewalks of Old Town, and you’ll see shops, artisans, and restaurant owners have left an assortment of water bowls and biscuit jars outside their doorsteps, welcoming dogs to take a break, and sometimes even to come inside.

Montgomery County is preparing to start construction on downtown Silver Spring's first dog park across from Chelsea Heights townhomes. Ellsworth Urban Park will be home to the new play space for pups. Today, the park already features playgrounds, tennis and gazebo, all within walking distance of the shops in downtown Silver Spring and EYA's new homes at Chelsea Heights. The move by the County is a smart one, as there are now more households with dogs than kids and dog ownership helps people stay fit, social and active. The park is scheduled for completion at the end of 2015.

This Halloween, head to Old Town Alexandria to learn about its haunted history and indulge in some tasty treats. From graveyard tours to trick-or-treat shopping, there’s something for Halloween enthusiasts of all ages, including your four-legged friends - all steps from EYA's new home communities in Alexandria!

Getting ready to strut your mutt along King Street, the Potomac waterfront or to one of the many pet-friendly cafés around town? Olde Towne School for Dogs can help you get Fido in polite, obedient shape for your upcoming outings.

Just five blocks from EYA's Old Town Commons Townhome Community is Montgomery Park, Alexandria's perfect little spot for Fido.