Shropshire is a county of dog lovers and with 8 million dogs in the UK we reckon we've got our fair share.
In the beautiful county of Shropshire dogs are welcome in a whole array of places including pubs, eateries, boats, parks, museums, English heritage and national trust sites.
One of the most dog friendly places in Shropshire must be the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge.
Ironbridge has become a national treasure with a vast number of things to do for people visiting and those who live in the town.
With the world's first cast Iron Bridge built over the River Severn in 1779, the Gorge in 2011 celebrated its 25th year as a World Heritage Site, and the area plays a unique tribute to its amazing past.
There is a different walk for every day of the year and with many off road it is great for dogs who like to be off a lead. It is particularly good for small or large dogs as there are few awkward stiles and the paths are well maintained for both walkers and cyclists alike.
Apart from the historic Ironbridge - the first in the UK, Ironbridge is famous for its museums which include Museum of Iron, Engenuity, Tile Museum, Blists Hill. Blists Hill is a 2 mile Victorian village where dogs are allowed in the outside attractions.
Added to which is the longest river in the UK, the River Severn which runs for 120 miles - 10 miles longer than the River Thames.
Ironbridge is also spoiled for choice when it comes to public houses - a 5 mile walk can take in over 12 pubs and 2 breweries! When heading off on a dog walk you can rest assured that the majority of pubs in and around Ironbridge accept dogs inside and out including the ones listed below:
The Coalbrookdale Inn
The Golden Ball
The Robin Hood
The Shakespeare
The Black Swan
The Boat and The All Nations
Your visit should not be without a trip to Eleys the world famous pork pie shop where you can start The Pork Pie Run with your dog which is mainly off lead and with the added advantage of a pie at the top.
It is great to know that you walk your dog safe in the knowledge that you and your canine companion will be accepted on route and they will not be left outside in the cold.
Karen Lloyd together with Boomerang the dog has written a number of books of dog friendly walks which are available at http://www.boomerangbookstore.co.uk/