Dog Friendly Hotels - Find One
It doesn't have to be difficult to find hotel accommodations that allow your pet in the room with you. When you're preparing for your trip, use the Internet to search for pet-friendly lodging along your route. Try typing "dog-friendly hotels" in your online search engine, and see what pops up. There are sites dedicated to posting information about pet-friendly hotels across the country.
Another way to find good hotels that allow pets is to ask dog-loving friends and neighbors in your community. Chances are they'll have information about resources in widely-traveled areas of the country, or major cities. You can also ask your veterinarian or a professional dog trainer for information.
If you do a little research, you can also find a wealth of books written specifically with pet travelers in mind. Every year, guides to pet-friendly accommodation are published for the United States and even abroad. Check your local bookstore and ask for a reading recommendation.
Dog Friendly Hotel Etiquette
Finding a comfortable hotel that allows pets is just the first step in traveling with your beloved pooch. The next step is to ensure your dog is a well-behaved guest who will be invited back. Even though the place is pet-friendly, be considerate of the property and other guests. Here are a few tips to remember:
Even if the place advertises "Dogs OK," it's just common courtesy to advise the hotel staff ahead of time that you'll be taking them up on the offer. Plus, hotels that were dog friendly last year may have changed their rules this year.
With just a little planning, you can make traveling with your pooch an adventure you'll always remember.
