DOG-FRIENDLY PARKS IN MOUNT VERNON, NY

Just north of the Bronx, this diverse city of 68,000 sits entirely within 4 square miles, creating dense urban neighborhoods with limited green space. New York's northern suburbs blend seamlessly here, with apartment buildings and multi-family homes dominating residential areas. Four-season weather includes humid summers in the mid-80s and cold winters with moderate snowfall. The city's working-class character reflects waves of immigration throughout the 20th century. Metro-North Railroad provides direct access to Manhattan, making Mount Vernon attractive to commuters despite its urban density. Spring and fall bring brief pleasant periods between temperature extremes.