Penny's Paws: The Cooper Bridge Run

Battery Park at Sunset

Why do I not live in Charleston? That is a great question and I am determined to live there one day, I guess you could say its on my bucket list. Two of my best friends, Cynthia and Lauren, and I made our annual journey to Charleston for the Cooper Bridge Run 10K in April. It is such a fun run and we never need an excuse to take a road trip to the coast. It also happens to fall on Cynthia's Birthday weekend - so what better way to celebrate. The highlight this year....Penny got to go! We always have such a blast. Since we go at least twice a year, we never do the tourist things so look below for some awesome local spots that are both fabulous and dog friendly.

We loved watching her figure out all of the new sites, sounds and places. She was such a trouper and loved all of the adventures! One of my biggest goals for her is to be able to go into any environment while being calm - she did so well and is learning not to jump on everyone she sees. She is always the bell of the ball and people run up to see her - we are trying to teach her to find cute single guys with that talent, not that we don't love meeting new people, but somethings are more important than other ;). Needless to say, it's still a work in progress....

Sullivan's Island is still her favorite place and she couldn't get enough of the beach. She was one salty mess, but it was totally worth it! Enjoy the pictures!

Penny watching the sail boats in Battery Park

Chasing Banana Leaves in Battery Park - This pup has ups!

Taco Boy - Best Mexican in Charleston, Margaritas were also amazing! Apparently, they made Lauren jump for joy...

Plus, they have an awesome outdoor patio that is dog friendly.

Penny enjoying the sunshine at Taco Boy

Morning of the run, it was early, rainy and cold! We still had a blast though!

Sullivan's Island - Beaches are dog friendly and Penny loved it! She had a blast chasing other dogs on the beach. The waves took her by surprise but it didn't take her long to figure out what they were all about. Hint Hint Sam and Jean Anne- its time for a beach house!

One Salty, Wet Mess!

Poe's Tavern on Sullivan's - Dog friendly and so much fun. They have a great beer list, fish tacos and the Bloody Mary's were so yummy! The tavern is inspired by Edgar Allen Poe, who used to write here.

Cynthia, David, Lauren at Poe's. It was raining so Pen had to wait in the car, sorry Pen!

Red's Tavern at Shem's Creek - Fun water front bar, dog friendly and great boat watching. We sat out and watched both the boats and storm roll in. It was so beautiful to watch the thunder clouds move in. Penny loved it!

Penny at Red's - she loved catching peanuts and watching the sea gulls. What can I say, she is a bird dog!

Shrimp Boats off the docks at Red's

Cyn's Birthday Dinner at Hall's Steakhouse. Hall's is AMAZING and family owned. The owner's great you at the door and it is such a welcoming atmosphere. The steaks are incredible, wine is fabulous and if your lucky enough to have a birthday you can order a mega cupcake from Cupcakes, Inc - a yummy bakery across the street. We had just run a 10K so we got two - emmmm!

David and Lauren's at Hall's. Watch out all, David has his game face on!

Cyn and I at Hall's