If you ask my girlfriend and business collaborator Christina Minh about my feelings towards our dog Milo there is almost certainly one word, and one word only, she’d use to describe me: OBSESSED.
I’m not going to deny her accusation, but I will say this: The reward for my obsession has been an unforgettable set of memories and an unbreakable bond that I would not trade for the world.
Below I’ve cataloged just a few of the captures I’ve taken over the course of the adventures of myself, Christina, and Milo as we’ve gotten to know the city of angels.
It’s only been about a year and a half since we got the little guy from the Pasadena Humane Society, but if the first 18 months are any indicator, he may just be the best investment we’ve ever made.
Hopefully the quick rundown of these moments will inspire you to go on a few adventures of your own, or maybe even adopt a new pup if you don’t own a dog (yet).
Also, I’ve included some helpful links at the conclusion of the listicle to get you started with ideas for things to do with dogs in L.A.
Enjoy!
1. Having a blast at Alice’s Dog Park
Alice’s Dog Park. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
2. Chilling and making friends at Amir’s Garden
Amir’s Garden. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
3. Exploring the L.A. River with my friend Thomas
Walking along the L.A. River bike path. Photo Credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
4. Trying not to drink the water at the Grand Park fountain
Grand Park fountain. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
5. Grabbing shade at Echo Park Lake
Bench at Echo Park Lake. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
6. Contemplating Dante’s View
Dante’s View. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
7. Hanging with friends at Street Food Cinema
Hanging at Street Food Cinema. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
8. Posing for a pic at Vista Hermosa Park
Posing at Vista Hermosa Park. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
9. Seeking some knowledge at The Wisdom Tree
A Wisdom Tree and a dog. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
10. Treading carefully in Turnbull Canyon… is that a squirrel?!?!
Think I heard something! At Turnbull Canyon. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
11. Hiking with Casey from Modern Hiker at O’Melveny Park
Leaning over the edge at O’Melveny Park. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
12. Waiting patiently for brunch at Messhall
Milo the dog at Messhall Kitchen. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
13. Spending a day in Griffith Park
Seeing Los Angeles at a glance. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
14. Admiring the scenery at Ascot Hills Park
Milo posing for skyline at Ascot Hills Park. Photo credit: Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
15. Trying to be patient at Kenneth Hahn Recreation Area
Milo chilling at Kenneth Hahn Recreation Area. Photo credit: Brian Champlin
16. Doing a photo op with some Modern Heroes in West Hollywood
Modern Heroes. Photo credit: Brian Champlin
Want to explore Los Angele with your dog? Start here:
13 Things Your Dog Really Wants To Do With You in Los Angeles
10 Most Excellent Dog Friendly L.A. Hikes
15 Awesome Los Angeles Dog Parks Where Your Ruffer Can Roam Free
12 Dog Friendly Restaurants in L.A. Where The Food is Totally Top Notch
Have a memory of you and your dog exploring Los Angeles that you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments below!
