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Loving Furgie · 03-31-2011, 08:23 AM

I think Tucson is really dog friendly! Dogs are allowed at a lot of restaurants, in the stores at La Encantada, lots of dog parks. It is really growing on me. I have been here 4 years. Then we can have doggy playdates!!!!

gemy · 03-31-2011, 10:17 AM

What about Oregon? I was in Eugene a year ago and it was gorgeous...that coastline!

Now if you were Canadian I'd root for either wolfville Nova Scotia, or about anywhere on Cape Breton Island. lol

Deuce · 03-31-2011, 10:23 AM

Hmm...I don't know of any AF bases in Oregon, not that there aren't any just don't know which one(s) are there.

I'll give it some thought for sure

Nancy1999 · 03-31-2011, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by gemy

What about Oregon? I was in Eugene a year ago and it was gorgeous...that coastline!

Now if you were Canadian I'd root for either wolfville Nova Scotia, or about anywhere on Cape Breton Island. lol

I've heard that Oregon is the best kept secret in the nation.

chattiesmom · 03-31-2011, 10:36 AM

I've never been to California and I truly believe that one day there will be an earthquake and it is going to fall into the ocean.....

BUT if you have a chance to live on a beautiful base and have Donna (yorkiedaze) for a neighbor, I envy you. I hope to meet this dear lady one day.

Good luck!

manolos mom · 03-31-2011, 05:04 PM

My favorite City in the US is San Francisco. China town, Fishermans Wharf,Ghirardelli Square, Muir Woods, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz,Napa Valley and my favorite place to drink Irish Coffee, Buena Vista on Fishermans Wharf...They make the best! They line up rows of coffee in glasses then the whiskey, sugar cubes and real whipped cream. YUMMMMO..I promise...I think my husband and I drank 5 each!

Deuce · 04-13-2011, 07:37 AM

Sigh...well my list came out today I can go to the dc/area (Andrews), Florida (Hurlburt), Idaho (Mountain Home), New Jersey (McGuire), Dyess TX, or Grand Forks ND.
I'm not really pleased with any of those options, but I will make the best out of any of them. I put Andrews and Hurlburt on my Dream Sheet, I think I would be able to easily enjoy either one of those. Though the traffic of DC would drive me bananas, Naples (where I am now) I think is pretty comparable to downtown DC and I hate it. Though I don't mind using Public Transportation and with gas prices how they are that's probably what I'll do. I should be finding out in the next month (maybe less) where I'm headed, then it'll be time to start looking for condos/town homes/apartments that are pet friendly and safe.
I really don't like moving, which I suppose I should have realized before joining the military, lol. They do make everything easy though, they hire the companies that come out, pack, and ship everything for me. I just have to sort through all my junk and decide what is coming with me and what is going to the dump/charity. And I need to start getting pet stuff ready, need to find out for sure what all I need to get my little creatures back to the States.

gidget529 · 04-13-2011, 08:33 AM

Langley AFB is Hampton is right by VA beach, Williamsburg, good southern food...if you like that?

manolos mom · 04-13-2011, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Deuce

Sigh...well my list came out today I can go to the dc/area (Andrews), Florida (Hurlburt), Idaho (Mountain Home), New Jersey (McGuire), Dyess TX, or Grand Forks ND.
I'm not really pleased with any of those options, but I will make the best out of any of them. I put Andrews and Hurlburt on my Dream Sheet, I think I would be able to easily enjoy either one of those. Though the traffic of DC would drive me bananas, Naples (where I am now) I think is pretty comparable to downtown DC and I hate it. Though I don't mind using Public Transportation and with gas prices how they are that's probably what I'll do. I should be finding out in the next month (maybe less) where I'm headed, then it'll be time to start looking for condos/town homes/apartments that are pet friendly and safe.
I really don't like moving, which I suppose I should have realized before joining the military, lol. They do make everything easy though, they hire the companies that come out, pack, and ship everything for me. I just have to sort through all my junk and decide what is coming with me and what is going to the dump/charity. And I need to start getting pet stuff ready, need to find out for sure what all I need to get my little creatures back to the States.

Are you in the Air Force? My daughter is 3rd year med student at USUHS Bethesda Md and is a 2nd lieutinant in the AF. She shops at Andrews and Quantico. She will be traveling next year so I know her house will be up lease. She shares with 2 other med students that are in the AF...

Deuce · 04-13-2011, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by manolos mom

Are you in the Air Force? My daughter is 3rd year med student at USUHS Bethesda Md and is a 2nd lieutinant in the AF. She shops at Andrews and Quantico. She will be traveling next year so I know her house will be up lease. She shares with 2 other med students that are in the AF...

I am in the AF, how does you daughter feel about the Andrews area? I've been told a few good things but I'm still not sure about traffic. I guess I just hate being delayed from getting home to my little fur-family.

Deuce · 04-13-2011, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by gidget529

Langley AFB is Hampton is right by VA beach, Williamsburg, good southern food...if you like that?

I pretty much like any food, lol

gidget529 · 04-13-2011, 09:40 AM

I have friends who live near Andrews area (he was in the AF reserves at Andrews after finishing 4 yrs of service). They love the area (good restaurants, things to do) - hate the traffic!

FlDebra · 04-13-2011, 09:58 AM

I LOVE Florida -- the northern Gulf Coast specifically. The cost of living is great, especially right now with reduced housing prices. There is no state income tax. The weather is great! You can't get more laid back than the south! Pets are pretty welcome in most places but not as much in stores as I have read here on YT. We do not have a lot of pet boutiques -- I wind up shopping online for most of the things I want. I live in a pretty small town and there are LOTS of grooming shops and boarding places. One in particular is amazing! Plenty of vets in this area and vet prices seem to be much less than other YT members experience. I think pets are very well accepted in this area but maybe looked at as more pets than family as we usually feel.

Finding an apartment or house to rent with pets would be easy but most stores & restaurants do not allow pets unless they have outside seating. Doggy daycare is available here.

This is a great place for families but the public school system leaves a lot to be desired. If you come here with kids, I would recommend private school. Huge number of churches in this area. Not a big night life selection but the beach is a GREAT attraction any time! Lots of outdoor activities -- I live in the Canoe Capital of the World

Parasailing, jet skiing, boating, fishing, swimming, or just laying around the beach. Lots to do here. Have I sold you yet?

FlDebra · 04-13-2011, 10:07 AM

Just saw you have Hurlbert Field on your Dream Sheet --about 45 minutes to an hour from me. Love that area! The base is big & sprawling right on the coast. Fort Walton Beach, Mary Ester -- the whole area is nice. Then if you go across the bridge into Destin -- LOTS OF FUN! We get a condo over there every once in a while. Shalimar is a really nice area -- my sister lived there. Just out of the tourist traffic patterns but still close enough to the beach.

We were just over that way a couple of weeks ago. Took my grandson to the Gulfarium. The Dolphin Cruises are also a wonderful way to spend the day. I could not believe how the dolphins in the wild entertained us. They enjoy showing off!

Downtown Fort Walton is really getting run down. Not sure why they have not kept up with the beach tourist industry but it is sort of old and tacky. But right across the bridge it all changes and things perk up with new and better kept establishments. If I was 20 years younger, I would probably live in Destin/Shalimar area myself.

Britster · 04-13-2011, 10:36 PM

Come to DC and hang with me and Jackson, haha.

03-31-2011, 08:23 AM	#16
Loving Furgie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tucson, AZ, USA Posts: 217	I think Tucson is really dog friendly! Dogs are allowed at a lot of restaurants, in the stores at La Encantada, lots of dog parks. It is really growing on me. I have been here 4 years. Then we can have doggy playdates!!!! __________________ Mindy and Furgie

03-31-2011, 10:17 AM	#17
gemy YT 2000 Club Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Huntsville,Ont,Canaada Posts: 12,340 Blog Entries: 2	What about Oregon? I was in Eugene a year ago and it was gorgeous...that coastline! Now if you were Canadian I'd root for either wolfville Nova Scotia, or about anywhere on Cape Breton Island. lol __________________ Razzle and Dara. Our clan. RIP Karma Dec 24th 2004-July 14 2013 RIP Zoey Jun9 th 2008-May 12 2012. RIP Magic,Mar 26 2006July 1st 2018

03-31-2011, 10:36 AM	#20
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	I've never been to California and I truly believe that one day there will be an earthquake and it is going to fall into the ocean..... BUT if you have a chance to live on a beautiful base and have Donna (yorkiedaze) for a neighbor, I envy you. I hope to meet this dear lady one day. Good luck! __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

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04-13-2011, 09:58 AM	#28
FlDebra Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: FL Posts: 7,651	I LOVE Florida -- the northern Gulf Coast specifically. The cost of living is great, especially right now with reduced housing prices. There is no state income tax. The weather is great! You can't get more laid back than the south! Pets are pretty welcome in most places but not as much in stores as I have read here on YT. We do not have a lot of pet boutiques -- I wind up shopping online for most of the things I want. I live in a pretty small town and there are LOTS of grooming shops and boarding places. One in particular is amazing! Plenty of vets in this area and vet prices seem to be much less than other YT members experience. I think pets are very well accepted in this area but maybe looked at as more pets than family as we usually feel. Finding an apartment or house to rent with pets would be easy but most stores & restaurants do not allow pets unless they have outside seating. Doggy daycare is available here. This is a great place for families but the public school system leaves a lot to be desired. If you come here with kids, I would recommend private school. Huge number of churches in this area. Not a big night life selection but the beach is a GREAT attraction any time! Lots of outdoor activities -- I live in the Canoe Capital of the World Parasailing, jet skiing, boating, fishing, swimming, or just laying around the beach. Lots to do here. Have I sold you yet? __________________ FlDebra and her ABCs Annie, Ben, Candy Promoting Healthy Breeding to the AKC Yorkshire Terrier Standard

03-31-2011, 10:23 AM	#18
Deuce No Longer a Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,717 Blog Entries: 1	Hmm...I don't know of any AF bases in Oregon, not that there aren't any just don't know which one(s) are there. I'll give it some thought for sure

04-13-2011, 07:37 AM	#22
Deuce No Longer a Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,717 Blog Entries: 1	Sigh...well my list came out today I can go to the dc/area (Andrews), Florida (Hurlburt), Idaho (Mountain Home), New Jersey (McGuire), Dyess TX, or Grand Forks ND. I'm not really pleased with any of those options, but I will make the best out of any of them. I put Andrews and Hurlburt on my Dream Sheet, I think I would be able to easily enjoy either one of those. Though the traffic of DC would drive me bananas, Naples (where I am now) I think is pretty comparable to downtown DC and I hate it. Though I don't mind using Public Transportation and with gas prices how they are that's probably what I'll do. I should be finding out in the next month (maybe less) where I'm headed, then it'll be time to start looking for condos/town homes/apartments that are pet friendly and safe. I really don't like moving, which I suppose I should have realized before joining the military, lol. They do make everything easy though, they hire the companies that come out, pack, and ship everything for me. I just have to sort through all my junk and decide what is coming with me and what is going to the dump/charity. And I need to start getting pet stuff ready, need to find out for sure what all I need to get my little creatures back to the States.

04-13-2011, 08:33 AM	#23
gidget529 Gidget & Sidney's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA Posts: 3,462	Langley AFB is Hampton is right by VA beach, Williamsburg, good southern food...if you like that?

04-13-2011, 09:40 AM	#27
gidget529 Gidget & Sidney's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA Posts: 3,462	I have friends who live near Andrews area (he was in the AF reserves at Andrews after finishing 4 yrs of service). They love the area (good restaurants, things to do) - hate the traffic!

04-13-2011, 10:07 AM	#29
FlDebra Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: FL Posts: 7,651	Just saw you have Hurlbert Field on your Dream Sheet --about 45 minutes to an hour from me. Love that area! The base is big & sprawling right on the coast. Fort Walton Beach, Mary Ester -- the whole area is nice. Then if you go across the bridge into Destin -- LOTS OF FUN! We get a condo over there every once in a while. Shalimar is a really nice area -- my sister lived there. Just out of the tourist traffic patterns but still close enough to the beach. We were just over that way a couple of weeks ago. Took my grandson to the Gulfarium. The Dolphin Cruises are also a wonderful way to spend the day. I could not believe how the dolphins in the wild entertained us. They enjoy showing off! Downtown Fort Walton is really getting run down. Not sure why they have not kept up with the beach tourist industry but it is sort of old and tacky. But right across the bridge it all changes and things perk up with new and better kept establishments. If I was 20 years younger, I would probably live in Destin/Shalimar area myself. __________________ FlDebra and her ABCs Annie, Ben, Candy Promoting Healthy Breeding to the AKC Yorkshire Terrier Standard

04-13-2011, 10:36 PM	#30
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