Have you ever felt guilty about eating out at a fancy restaurant but leaving your dog at home? Well, thanks to dog friendly restaurants, you no longer have to indulge in such a guilty pleasure without including your pet. Here’s how to find one and what to expect while dining with your dog.  read more »

It's not unusual to go flying with a dog these days since airlines have really done a lot to accommodate animal cargo. Here are some tips to make the adventure as pleasant as you can.
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When driving your dog around town, you’ll not only want to make sure that you obey the laws, you’ll also want to make sure that both you and your dog arrive at your destinations safely. Here are some dog safety tips that will help you do just that.  read more »

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Dog sitters are appropriate alternatives for when you have to travel, but don’t want to place your pup in a boarding kennel. Not that there’s anything wrong with kennels, your dog just might not get along with its other dogs or properly adjust to the kennel environment. With a dog sitter, your dog can stay in an environment that it’s used to without having to confront or deal with strange canines, strange rules, or strange procedures. Here’s what you need to know about dog sitters.  read more »

Traveling with a dog isn’t very fun if you’re unable to visit dog-friendly areas. Fortunately these areas aren’t that hard to find. There’s a dog-friendly area almost everywhere in fact -- if you know where and how to look for them. Here are some great ideas to get you started.  read more »

Traveling with a dog isn’t a simple matter of tucking her into a car with a seat belt! The laws in your state (and the laws of your destination) may differ from what you deem adequate. So here’s a handy checklist of what to do and bring before take your pup on a ride. Each item on this dog travel checklist addresses what’s legal, what’s safe, what’s important, and what’s humane.  read more »

Unless you have a medical reason to do so, you’re generally not allowed to take your dog shopping in the U.S. All but a few American stores have a clear rule regarding the subject, and it’s a rule made visible via a “No Pets Allowed” sign. What’s interesting about this rule is that it isn’t stringently enforced in some other countries. Europe for example, has no problem with doggie customers. So if you plan on traveling to the 2nd smallest continent, you’ll enjoy reading our tips for shopping with a dog.  read more »

With more and more lodging facilities accepting pets these days, the need for a pet sitter or kennel is diminishing. There’s a dog friendly hotel in almost every major city! Here’s how to find dog friendly hotels without the need for an assistance dog or the ADA.
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Some people don’t find traveling with a dog in a car troublesome at all while others can’t even imagine how it would work out. The thing is, you’ll have to travel with your dog in a car sooner or later for some reason or another. Below are some great dog car travel tips on how to make that excursion safe, and maybe even fun!  read more »

Thinking about flying with your dog? Be aware of the rules. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has some pretty strict regulations when it comes to traveling with animals. The good news is that they’re all designed to protect your pet! If your dog is not small enough for you to carry on board, the following dog air travel tips will ensure the safety of your dog in flight, and help you comply with federal regulations at the same time.  read more »