Activities For Dogs In Rhode Island On Cold Days

If you're a Rhode Island resident, chances are you can make it home from Newport within about an hour, so there may be no need for you to pay to stay. However, if you're from out of state or really just want a change of scenery, start by finding a nice dog-friendly place to stay. Sites like Airbnb are great places to secure a spot that's immersed in the city, its people and culture. There are colonials, beach-houses and regular old rented out homes (plus dog-friendly hotels) to check out, many of which will help cement the New England feel, so you have plenty of options. Even one night can be enough to feel like a mini vacation.

If you're looking to largely stay out of the cold, consider booking a tour with Newport Tour & Guide. Their private, dog-friendly driving tours are completely customizable, so if you want to learn some history you can. If you want to try out some classic dishes, you can do that too. Some locations will allow dogs inside, but for those that don't, you can leave your dog with the experienced and caring staff while you check out any dog-free zones. If that's not appealing, you can customize your trip to be 100% dog-friendly as well. Pricing varies on the length and depth of the tour, so it's not always cheap, but it's a great personalized way to learn about the historic city.

For those looking to save money but still wanting find something new to do or see, there are several places around town worth checking out. Just a few minutes East of the city is Sachuest Beach, which normally restricts dogs during the touristy season but is wide open in terms of both day and time otherwise, which is anytime after Labor Day and before Memorial Day. There is also a cliff walk with beautiful views on the Eastern edge of town that provides about 45 minutes of walking one way as well as Fort Adams State Park, which includes a large open space, more walking paths and even tours of the buildings on site as well, up until January 1st.

The first step you'll need to do is buy or gather the materials listed above. Then, you'll need to calculate how much of the meal you should allocate to your dog, depending on their size. This will also help you determine how much of each ingredient you'll need for each dish. Then, turn the oven to 325F and dice your vegetables to a medium size. Combine the carrots and celery but keep the onion separate. Slice your round or chuck roast into proper proportions for yourself and your dog. Season yours with salt and pepper but leave your dog's unseasoned (salt generally isn't good for them).

Use each Dutch oven to heat the vegetable oil on high (split accordingly) and sear the cuts of meat on each side. Remove both roasts and deglaze only your roast's pan with red wine (don't use the full cup, use a proportionate amount to your cut size). Re-add both roasts to their respective pans and add all vegetables to yours, and just carrots and celery to theirs. Then pour in a proportionate amount of beef stock to each, cover and put them in the oven to roast. Depending on the size of the cuts, you may need to take one out before the other (general cooking time for the full roast is 3-4 hours, so less for each individual cut).

You can keep your vegetables whole if you choose (which is probably best for them) but you can also put yours and the juices into a food processor and turn it into a natural juice, or cook with flour to turn it into a gravy, depending on your preference (classic preparations seem to be split on which is most appropriate). When it's all cooled enough to eat, grab your dog's bowl, a plate for yourself and serve it. Then find a comfy spot with your dog near a window or throw on some music or the TV and enjoy your classic hot New England feast with your beast!

If you're okay spending a small amount of cash, considering signing up for one of Rhode Island's best tours: the Providence Ghost Tour. Not only is it perfect for chilly October weather, but it's quite entertaining, dog-friendly and even gets the pair of you some exercise (especially if it creeps you out enough to shiver). Make sure to reserve your tickets in advance and let them know you plan to bring your dog with you in case there are any restrictions or special details you should know beforehand.

If there is anything more creepy than an abandoned spot, it's an abandoned amusement part taken over by nature with a chilly wind blowing through it. Just outside of Hopkinton there is exactly that. You should certainly be careful because there are no clear paths and nothing has been kept up or cleared for safety. There is another spot in Newport as well, this time the only remains of an epic mansion that used to exist seaside. After being destroyed by fire and then torn down, all that's left of the estate is a crumbling stable and carriage house. They are surrounded by a chain link fence and semi-frequently patrolled, but you won't need to get right on top of it to get the undoubtedly ominous feel.

If you were ever a fan of creepy-crawly horror/sci-fi writer H.P. Lovecraft, there's a lot to love about Rhode Island, which is where the author spent much of his life. You can always walk past his home in Providence (which was used as a model for his story "The Haunter of the Dark") and the nearby parks he frequented for a taste of history, but if you want to get closer than ever before, you can visit his grave located in the Swan Point Cemetery. Etiquette wise, if you want to get up close, have a friend watch your dog or find a safe and respectful place to temporarily tie them up if you're comfortable. The same holds true if you plan to visit and even creepier grave: that of Mercy Brown, known as New England's last living vampire. The story behind her is ultimately creepy for both humans and the supernatural so we recommend for extra chills you read the story beforehand.