Pet Friendly Travel Guide
How to Plan the Pawfect Staycation:
We all love our dogs, and with more households owning a dog than ever before, taking your four legged friend on holiday is now a big part of the perfect getaway.
We want your dog friendly staycation to be a hit and we have scoured the internet and used our own experiences to give you some top tips to help you plan a great dog friendly holiday.
The Basics
make sure your furry friend is up to do with their vaccinations and their flea and tick treatment, you want your dog friendly staycation to be as safe as possible. On that note make sure they have a harness or crate for their journey to keep everyone in your party safe.
Burn off Some Energy
As the owner of an energetic breed, a big walk before you leave is a great way of burning off some of that huge energy your pet will have and will help them have a more restful journey.
Plan For Delays or Longer Journeys
Travel at peak times can take a lot longer then you plan when you set off. Take time to understand good spots to stop along the way, some services have very good dog exercise areas while others don’t. Sometimes a break from the road is good for everyone so planning a good spot to stop can make a huge difference.
Pack The Essentials
It sounds simple but remember food, water, waste bags, bowls, leads and a dog towel (or two!) Some of their favourite items or toys from home are a dog option make them comfortable and provide familiar scents when they arrive at your destination. Make sure you have your dogs medications if needed and after a day of exploring having a treat or two to offer and brush on hand can given your pampered pooch a relaxing time to look forward to.
Do Your Research
Look at what the property offers for pets before departure, some Stay Ca properties may have dog bowls, poop bags, dog towels and other items included to make the packing a little easier for dog friendly holiday. Also have a look into dog activities in the area, our Stay Ca team can always help your with any questions you have.
With more and more dog friendly options available to holiday makers than ever before the dog friendly staycation has never ben so popular. Most areas now have a wide ranges of dog friendly cafes, pubs, shops, restaurants and visitor attraction meaning you dog friendly holiday is filled with so many possibilities. Many beach are now pet friendly all year round, meaning your dog can also enjoy the sand beneath their paws and a dip in the sea! Take you time to research the options for your stay and make sure your pet friendly staycation is a first class experience for humans and dogs alike. The RSPCA has some great extra information on travelling with pets which can be found here.
A list of Stay Ca’s pet friendly staycation options can be found here. We hope you find plenty of inspiration for your pet friendly holiday on our site but please feel free to get in touch with any questions you may have.