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Holidays With Dogs
Welcome! This website will highlight what you should really know about booking Holidays With Dogs.
Dog Friendly Accommodation
There are many different types of accommodation that are dog friendly. If you prefer to kick back in luxury, there are a range of hotels and resorts worldwide that cater for dog holidays. If you are looking for more independence, you will be able to find a number of dog friendly caravan parks and pet cottages that will let you take care of your family and dogs your own way.
Pet Friendly Holidays - Restaurants
Even if you manage to find great accommodation for your UK holidays with dogs, it's also equally important to make sure there are enough local eateries that also welcome pets. Before confirming the booking, it is always advisable to ask the hotel or landlord about restaurants and cafes in the area where you are holidaying. You don't want to arrive at your holidays with dogs destination only to find that you can't take them out with you for meals!
Helpful Tips for Choosing the Right Holidays with Dogs
Accommodation Owners - Rent or stay at accommodation run by people who understand dogs. They will understand your pet's needs and will make your pet friendly holidays stay much more pleasant.
Outside Garden Area - Ideally your accommodation should include a secure outdoor area (preferably concreted) which allows you to let your dog outside with confidence that it cannot run away, and provides a place to clean off any dirty paws. A clean dog holiday is a good dog holiday!
External Hose - The easiest way to wash off your dog after a busy day of walking or playing around in the outdoors. All the dirt can be washed away outside without the risk of soiling the premises when the dog returns indoors.
Non-carpeted Indoor Area - Somewhere inside that the dog can dry off without wetting the carpet after a wash.
Pet Friendly Holidays - Planes
Sometimes your perfect dog friendly holiday destination with your pet may involve a flight outside the UK. This is clearly more difficult than driving around with your dog in the car, and there are a few things you should know before booking your holiday with your dog.
Airlines will generally not allow dogs under the age of 8 weeks onboard due to an increased risk of dehydration while they are a puppy. If your pet does qualify to travel, make sure they drink plenty of water before check-in. The Airline will absolve themselves of any responsibility if your pet becomes dehydrated or sick in any way.
For the duration of the flight, your pet will be locked up in a small cage, and may be exposed to a significant amount of noise in the baggage hold. If you have a particularly anxious dog, it may be a good idea to consult a vet in order to find out how to sedate your animal before the flight.
Finally, you should also investigate the pet quarantine requirements of your destination - they may not be the same as the UK. Some countries require this, so check before you leave to ensure your holidays with dogs are all happy ones!
Holiday Cottages With Dogs - Driving Holiday
If the thought of taking your pet on a plane trip with you is a little bit overwhelming, then maybe it would be better to start off with a pet driving holiday. As long as you plan and prepare for the trip, your dog can enjoy your family holiday as well.
It's advisable to give your dog a few test runs in the car just to get them used to vehicular traveling. This should give you a fair idea whether they are likely to become car sick or excessively agitated. Vets can prescribe medication to reduce the risk of pet car sickness, but just be prepared for a small clean up if the worst happens!
Make sure that your pet is secure for the duration of the trip in the car. It can be very dangerous for your pet to be moving about freely as any sudden braking or, even worse, an accident could seriously harm your dog. Just as humans wear seatbelts, you may want to consider using an animal car seat. At the very least this protective harness will offer your dog some security, whilst not being overly restrictive.
It's also very important that you keep your dog fed and hydrated for the duration of the trip. Also make sure you let your pet have fresh air when they need it, and try to enforce regular toilet breaks - not just for you, but most importantly for your pet! The last thing you want on holidays is to be cleaning up a little accident in the car!
UK Holidays With Pets - Dog Friendly Cottages UK
Dog friendly holiday cottages are proving very popular in the UK, especially around Wales and Pembrokeshire. They are the perfect getaway for both your family and your pet. Often they are situated near beautiful hills, forests, lakes or even beaches, meaning there is always some fantastic terrain close by to take your dog for a walk.
The above information on this website should point you in the right direction to help you find the perfect accommodation for your holidays with dogs UK. We wish you and your pooch pet friendly holidays!
