The Dog Lover's Companion to Chicago: The Inside Scoop on Where to Take Your Dog [Paperback]

Margaret Littman (Author), Phil Frank (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 8, 2003 | Series: Dog Lover's Companion Guides

What can you do with your pooch in Chicago when the sweltering summer temperatures make humans pant like Poodles or the snow drifts pile up higher than your Great Dane? Turn to The Dog Lover's Companion to Chicago for the inside scoop on the best parks, dog runs, beaches, forest preserves, pet-friendly businesses, and much more. Local author Margaret Littman and her trusty companion Natasha have dug up many surprising resources available to dogs in the Windy City, such as baseball games, summer camps, lake cruises, and indoor play areas. For the less outdoorsy dog, there are doggy spas, art openings, and even synagogue services! Packed with wonderful illustrations, helpful maps, up-to-date leash laws, and a useful "paw" ranking system for all locations in the book, The Dog Lover's Companion to Chicago will become your pet's best friend as you enjoy this dog-loving city.

Editorial Reviews

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Indispensable to dog owners, dog lovers, or indulgent onlookers, and vastly entertaining as well. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 239 pages
• Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing (October 8, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1566916356
• ISBN-13: 978-1566916356
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,327,682 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Margaret Littman is a journalist and author who splits her time between Nashville, Tenn, Chicago, Ill. and wherever else her travels take her. She loves to write about overlooked domestic destinations that should be reconsidered. In addition to her paper-bound books, she is the author of the new iPhone app travel guide, Nashville ★ Essential ★ Guide.

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Four Paws Up!, November 7, 2003

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This review is from: The Dog Lover's Companion to Chicago: The Inside Scoop on Where to Take Your Dog (Paperback)

Who knew there were so many fun things to do with your dog in Chicago? Margaret Littman takes us far beyond the asphalt jungle of Wiggly Field in this delightful and informative guide. Along with her intrepid dog, Natasha, Littman explores the best Chicago has to offer for pooches, including little-known havens such as cafes, bars and even restaurants.

Littman has obviously done her homework. Well organized by section of the city, the book weaves solid information with humor, and provides a Fodor's-type glimpse into the rich culture and history of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. (For example, looking for authentic Mexican food? "Grab your leash and let your nose lead you," to Logan Square or Humboldt Park, Littman advises. After that, head to Humboldt Park for an on-leash tour of the park's Prairie School architecture-not to mention its multi-million facelift from the city.)

Thanks to this book, my dog and I visited a 60-acre, totally enclosed doggie nirvana in Lake County just 45 minutes from the city (I swear I heard my city dog exclaim, "Say, waaaaaaaahat," when we got there) and look forward to checking out other great locales in the city that are not only dog friendly - as we have learned, they roll out the red carpet for four-legged friends. This book is a must-have for any Chicago dog lover!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fun, friendly, information-packed, and useful reference, March 5, 2004

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This review is from: The Dog Lover's Companion to Chicago: The Inside Scoop on Where to Take Your Dog (Paperback)

Enhanced with the charming illustrations of Phil Frank, The Dog Lover's Companion To Chicago: The Inside Scoop On Where To Take Your Dog by Margaret Littman is an indispensable guide especially recommended for true dog lovers who live in or near Chicago -- or who plan to vacation there with their beloved pet. Region-by-region examination of dog friendly places, as well as a listing of pet-related resources from veterinary hospitals to groomers, animal shelters, pet taxis, dog walkers, dog bakeries, waste removal services and much more, The Dog Lover's Companion To Chicago is a fun, friendly, information-packed, and useful reference.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Littman and Dogs: Even better the second time around!, March 19, 2007

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Jamie Damato "GooGurl" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Dog Lover's Companion to Chicago: The Inside Scoop on Where to Take Your Dog (Dog Lover's Companion Guides) (Paperback)

Margret Littman knows Chicago, knows dogs and most importantly knows how to share information in a fun, friendly, organized and entertaining way. Although I thoroughly enjoyed the first edition of her book, the 2nd edition proves to offer even more details, stories and ideas for the Chicago dog lover. As a dog trainer and owner of three dogs myself, I have found myself turning the pages of The Dog Lover's Companion to Chicago with great enthusiasm while making mental notes about new places to explore with my pack. Thanks to Ms. Littman for providing our great city with yet another invaluable book. Can't wait for the 3rd edition!