Does your precious pooch love walking around in the park so he can sniff every tree? Living off Washington will place you within walking distance of Coleman Memorial Park. The park has been the pride and joy of the town for 75 years and plays host to walking trails, recreational sports, playgrounds, and picnic areas. There are Jacaranda trees sprinkled throughout the park, which offer a nice view when the pink flowers are blooming. After a trip to the park, you can head over to Greeks Pizzeria for a slice...or a whole pie! Try the specialties, like Cordon Blue ala Rafael or gourmet wings on a pizza!

Does your dog have tons of energy and love going for nice long hikes through the trees? If you live off Lafayette, you can walk over to the Sam Ralston Trailhead, which interconnects with a trail system called Farm Heritage Trail. The full trail is 20 miles long — beginning in Thorntown and ending in Lebanon — and stretches through various counties and towns of Indiana. The Sam Ralston is a mile long and begins at Dead End Road. This is a good place to take larger dogs that can walk furrever! Don't forget to bring water for Fido, as dogs are more than welcome on the trail.

Does your dog think he's more of a bear than a dog that's as cuddly as he is protective? Good companion for a hike! Living off Sugar Creek gives you quick walking access to the Big 4 Trail. This hike is 9.5 miles of winding crushed stone through the backcountry of Indiana. There are trail markers along the way and plenty of wildlife to see. If you go at the right times, you might stumble across deer or spot a red-tailed fox! As you walk, note that Abraham Lincoln traveled this route on his way to his presidential inauguration. Fido's impressed!