The 10 Most Pet-Friendly Cities in AmericaWhere our pets thrive, we thrive.

While millennials are delaying adulthood milestones such as purchasing a house or having children, they aresurpassing their eldersin one very important category -- pet ownership.

In fact, people between the ages of 18 and 33 arehalf as likely to be marriedas they were 50 years ago, according to Pew Research Center. On the other hand,75 percentof people in their thirties have dogs -- compared with half of the total U.S. population -- and the pet industry is thriving because of it.

It's estimated that the industry will reach$62.75 billionby the end of this year after more than two decades of steady growth. (This won't surprise those of you who already have a Halloween costume planned for your pet.)

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我们喜欢淋浴与爱我们的宠物,带them along on our outings and provide them with the best care possible so that they'll live long, happy lives. That's why financial advising siteWalletHubanalyzed the 100 largest U.S. cities to determine which offer the ideal combination of affordable pet expenses, abundant pet health and wellness resources and outdoor pet-friendly spaces.

If you're planning to move now or in the future, check out the best cities for your furry (or slimy) friends.

10. St. Louis, Mo.

St. Louis is the 10th most pet-friendly city (because let's be honest, nobody wants to go toForest Parkalone). If you don't already have a furry friend -- or if you're looking to adopt another -- St. Louis is tied for having the most animal shelters per capita among the 100 cities analyzed.

The Gateway City is also ranked 15th for pet health and wellness and 17th for outdoor pet-friendliness.

9. Las Vegas, Nev.

Las Vegas comes in ninth in the ranking of pet-friendly cities. It has12 dog parksandwarm weatheryear-round, both of which contribute to its eighth-place ranking in the outdoor pet-friendliness subcategory. In fact, it's tied among cities with the most dog parks per capita.

Sin City also ranks 18th for pet health and wellness. Oh, and don't worry about where you're going to find thatcute costumefor your kitty -- Las Vegas is tied for having the most pet businesses per capita.

8. Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati falls eighth on the list of most pet-friendly cities. It's second for number of veterinarians per capita, it's tied for having the most pet businesses per capita and it ranks strongly (12th) in the pet health and wellness subcategory.

Plus, it won't break the bank to adopt that cat you've been eyeing on the adoption agency website, because Cincinnati sits in 20th in the pet budget ranking.

7. Colorado Springs, Co.

Colorado Springs is home to the beautiful Rocky Mountains, and there's nothing better than exploring them with a pet (cats can be outdoor enthusiasts, too). This is why Colorado Springs comes in seventh for overall pet-friendliness. It's also the second most outdoor-friendly city for pets, and it's 19th in the pet health and wellness subcategory.

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The price of owning a pet in Colorado Springs falls right in the middle of the pet budget ranking at 49th (out of 100 cities).

6. Reno, Nev.

Reno falls sixth on the list of most pet-friendly cities. It's not only home to manyparks and trails, but it's also located a little over an hour from Lake Tahoe, a perfect adventure location. Nobody wants to make that trip without a companion.

Reno ranks fourth for pet health and wellness and 31st for pet budget, so man's (or woman's) best friend will keep your heart and your wallet full.

5. Scottsdale, Ariz.

Scottsdale, the fifth most pet-friendly city, is another town that allows for sunny walks year-round. It also shares the top spot for both number of pet businesses and number of animal shelters per capita.

Arizona's seventh most populous city ranks first for pet health and wellness out of the 100 cities analyzed. And compared with the other cities in the top-10 ranking, Scottsdale makes it a little more expensive to own a pet, coming in 79th in the pet budget subcategory.

4. Lexington-Fayette, Ky.

Lexington falls fourth on the list of most pet-friendly cities. You can bet that the Kentucky horses are spoiled here -- and healthy. Lexington comes in third for number of veterinarians per capita.

The city also ranks third in the pet health and wellness subcategory and seventh in the pet budget rank.

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3. Tampa, Fla.

Florida has two cities in the top three spots, Tampa being the third most pet-friendly city. Tampa is another city that provides warm sunny days year-round, and like Las Vegas, the city is tied for having the most dog parks per capita. It ranks fourth in the outdoor pet-friendliness subcategory.

Tampa also ranks 10th on the pet budget list, so you'll have some extra cash to shower your furry or slimy friend with toys and treats.

2. Birmingham, Ala.

Birmingham, the runner-up for most pet-friendly city, offers extremely affordable pet care and supplies. Among the top 10 most pet-friendly cities, it ranks highest in the pet budget subcategory, coming in fourth.

The city also sits in seventh for pet health and wellness, and it has the fourth-highest number of veterinarians per capita. As for outdoor pet-friendliness, Birmingham ranks 26th.

1. Orlando, Fla.

Orlando takes the cake (or should we say the bone?) for the most pet-friendly city in America. The City Beautiful, as it's nicknamed, offers many sunny days for pleasant car rides or walks.

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Orlando also ties for most animal shelters per capita and the mostpet businessesper capita. It comes in fifth for number of pet-friendly restaurants per capita. Ranking number two in the pet health and wellness subcategory, Orlando has more veterinarians per capita than any other large U.S. city.