Zaanse Schans is just a few minutes from modern, downtown Zaandam, Netherlands but it feels a world away. At Zaanse Schans dogs and humans can get a taste of Dutch life between the 17th and 19th centuries. It is a free attraction open year-round. There are eight historic windmills at Zaanse Schans. Several of these…
Bruges is a picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Site in Western Belgium. The city’s compact size and limited automobile access make it an ideal place to visit with your dog. So where should you with your favorite fur kid spend the night? You should sleep in the Doghouse, dog friendly B&B, of course! The Doghouse B&B…
Miami International (MIA) is one of the busiest airports in America. If you have ever flown to the Caribbean or South America, chances are you passed through MIA. I used to fly from Boston to the Virgin Islands with my dog and dreaded connecting in Miami. The airport is so large taking the dog out…
In St Johnsbury, Vermont, there is a unique pet friendly attraction known as Dog Mountain. The property consists of 150-acres of spectacular hiking trails and ponds. Dog Mountain is also home to the Stephen Huneck Gallery and his masterpiece, the Dog Chapel. Stephen Huneck Gallery Folk artist, Stephen Huneck is probably best known for the…
Dogs in Zoos? Don’t worry I’m not suggesting you lock your precious pet away where the wild things are. Today I want to tell you about dog friendly zoos that you can visit WITH your dog! In Germany, there are many dog friendly zoos and wildlife parks, but my favorite is ZOOM Erlebniswelt. Spread out…
I hope you feel inspired by reading about Louie’s adventures on DogFriendlyTravel.com. Traveling to the EU with a dog is not difficult, but special paperwork is required. In this post, I will introduce you to the USDA international health certificate and explain how to get one for your dog. The great news is most countries…
I think it’s safe to say that more restaurants in Paris allow dogs inside than forbids them. Not only are pups welcome in most cafes, but they can even join you for a gourmet meal in some of the cities finest Michelin starred restaurants. Here is an updated list of my favorite dog friendly Paris restaurants:…
The dog friendly Chateau Marmont in Hollywood has a rich history of welcoming pets. Over the years, the luxury hotel has hosted the dogs of guests like Dorothy Parker, Roman Polanski, and Phil Spector. During our most recent trip to Los Angeles, Louie and I decided to join this notorious bunch. The Chateau Marmont currently…
Whenever I arrive at a new airport with Louie, the first order of business is finding a place where he can pee. At Minneapolis – St Paul Airport (MSP), pet relief areas are available in several locations. Here’s where Louie left his mark at MSP Terminal 1. Outside Terminal 1: There is a pet relief area…