While your pet is familiar with trips to the vet and those exciting journeys to the pet store, longer car rides can wear on your furry friend. So in order to make a long excursion more comfortable, follow these travel tips as suggested by Trips with Pets and About.com.

5. Keeping your pet safe- while the image of a pet-friendly trip brings the image of Rex’s ears and tongue flopping in the wind, this isn’t the safest thing for your pet. It’s wiser to secure your pet with a harness, a carrier, or vehicle barriers. Such restraints prevent your pet from slipping and getting seriously hurt. Visit your local Pet Smart or Pet Co to find these products. Read the rest of this entry »

With 50 states to choose from, and numerous cities within those states, it’s hard to know just where to take your furry friend. But according to Dog Fancy, a popular magazine for dog owners, there are five cities that beat the rest. Whether it’s for outstanding veterinary care, or the multiple play areas, these five cities are top dog!

5. Fort Bragg, California

Fort Bragg welcomes its furry friends with several dog-friendly hotels and restaurant patios. Dog Fancy editors also loved local Hairy Putter’s blog on dog-friendly sights. Read the rest of this entry »

With the end of summer approaching, the thought of welcoming winter from your desk can seem stifling. The beach is calling your name, but one problem, you don’t want to leave your furry friend behind. Well luckily, you don’t have to! The following is a list of our favorite North and South Carolina pet-friendly hotels- oh, and did we mention, they’re at the beach!

Ramada Plazza

1701 South Virginia Dare Trail

Kill Devil Hills/Nags Head, NC 27948

252-441-2151

Ramada Plazza charges a $25 nightly rate for pets, but they really accommodate your furry friend by providing a doggie bag and ground floor rooms. As an added bonus, pets can enjoy the beach all year, but time restrictions are enforced during certain months. To pre-register your pet, and to learn more about the beach restrictions, visit the Ramada website. Read the rest of this entry »

There’s no question that Disney World offers the ultimate package for families. With four different amusement parks, three water parks, and hundreds of restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets, you’re promised a fun packed vacation. But did you know that Disney World offers the perfect getaway for pets, too?

As of August 2010, Disney World opened its new ‘best of breed” boarding vicinity called Best Friends Pet Resort. The boarding rooms offer exquisite services for pets of all kind. Dog owners can enjoy a fenced walking trail with play areas and a special canine water park. There’s even a place for owners and pets to play during their vacation. Other luxuries vary from grooming (with a special going home treatment), ice cream treats, and a nightly bedtime story. Read the rest of this entry »

When you go on vacation you’re looking to let off a little steam. . . which can mean anything from fine dining to indulging in all the attractions. If you’re a pet owner, you also want to make sure your pet is well taken care of. That’s why it’s important to know what to look for when researching pet friendly hotels. From goodie bags to weight limits, it’s essential to know everything so you and your pet can both find that dream getaway.

3.   Weight and Pet limit

Weight and pet limits vary from hotel to hotel. Some places allow 25lb pets, while others have no restriction. There’s also varying policies towards the number of pets you can bring. The Clarion Hotel in Williamsburg, VA, permits up to three furry friends, but many allow one. On the other hand, like the weight limit, some hotels permit an unlimited number of pets. For exceptions, always seek the General Manager’s approval. Read the rest of this entry »