According to GoRVing.com, 68% of RV owners travel with a pet. I know that the ability to travel with pups certainly influenced my decision to buy an RV. Most campgrounds allow dogs, and many have a fenced-in park where dogs can run around. Some Kampgrounds of America locations even offer campsites with private Paw Pens…
One of the most difficult things about staying at a hotel with your dog is figuring out where they can go potty. DogFriendlyTravel.com pack members Louie and Lawrence will go just about anywhere, but Madame Coco doesn’t like to pee while on a leash. She needs grass and a little privacy when nature calls. Fortunately,…
It’s been a year since I last published a post. A year that saw big changes to dog friendly travel and the world. Changes that I couldn’t have anticipated when Louie and I flew home from California in March 2019. I haven’t been on a plane since and will probably never fly with Louie again…
Coco, the fluffy Frenchie, is quite the attention-getter! Whenever we walk down the street, people stop and ask about her unique appearance. They often assume she is a mixed breed because although shaped like a Frenchie, she has unusual, long hair. They are confused when I explain that both of her parents are purebred French…
Taking a California Redwoods drive with dogs is a great way to see some of North America’s most impressive scenery. If you have a dog who doesn’t enjoy hiking, you can still enjoy the majesty of the towering redwoods from the comfort of your car or RV. Redwoods Attractions Humboldt Redwoods State Park in Northern…
I love taking road trips with dogs. For me, driving is just the simplest and most comfortable way to visit multiple places with a pup. Louie and I have taken several long, dog friendly road trips in Europe but, our experience in the USA has been limited. That’s all about to change. Louie & Jenna’s…
You need to think about many details before flying with a small dog. Every airline has slightly different in-cabin pet policies, but all require that dogs be harmless, quiet, and free of odor. The most significant differences in airline pet policies relate to maximum weight and carrier size. I’ve compiled a chart for your quick…
I admit it; I’m obsessed with airport pet relief areas. Having easy access to a place for your dog to go potty can make all the difference when traveling. Airside (past security) pet relief areas are a godsend when you have a tight connection or a delayed flight. Unfortunately, these inside potty areas are often…
In the post Choosing Dog Friendly Hotels, I shared some tips and tricks to find the best place to stay with your pup. I’ve put together a list of some of the most popular dog-friendly hotel chains to get you started. It’s based on pet policy information available on the hotel websites on January 1,…
There is a substantial increase in hotels that claim to be dog friendly. Unfortunately, there is no clear definition of what makes a property dog friendly, I’ve stayed in dog friendly hotels where pets are treated like VIPs and others where they are barely tolerated. This wide variety makes choosing dog friendly hotels very difficult….