| We are a nation of animal lovers, and like to think | | | | the most popular. The picturesque surroundings |
| that our pets are part of our families. | | | | and miles of countryside offer dog owners the |
| For some it can be heartbreaking to have to | | | | opportunity to enjoy the scenery and get some |
| leave their dogs in kennels when they go away | | | | exercise when walking their dogs, before returning |
| on holiday. | | | | to relax in warm and cosy surroundings. |
| However, there is hope for Fido and friends, as | | | | In America there are a range of specialist |
| more and more accommodations around the | | | | ‘doggy day camps’ where owners can |
| country are becoming pet friendly. And for some | | | | enjoy some relaxation, safe in the knowledge that |
| holidaymakers, a large grassy area they can walk | | | | their canine companions are frolicking in acres of |
| their dog on can be a more important factor than | | | | open countryside, whilst still being under the |
| which movies are available in the hotel room. | | | | watchful eye of trained minders. |
| There is no shortage of pet-friendly | | | | Stays range from just a day to a few weeks, |
| accommodations now available. Hotels and other | | | | and owners can even have photographs of their |
| accommodations are now going the extra mile to | | | | dog enjoying their holiday sent to them by the |
| cater for pets and their owners. | | | | staff. |
| Most hotels and holiday homes will now accept | | | | If you are looking to take your pet on holiday, |
| pets that travel with their owners; offering | | | | it’s always best to double check with your |
| walking services as well as outside hoses for | | | | hotel or holiday cottages to find out their policies |
| cleaning muddy paws, and also a basket for your | | | | on bringing pets. If you are looking to travel to |
| pet to relax after a long walk. Some hotels may | | | | destinations that are family-orientated, it’s |
| charge a small fee to cover any food and cleaning | | | | important to check their policy on pets, some |
| costs. | | | | resorts and hotels are cautious when it comes to |
| Hotels in countryside areas seem to be amongst | | | | pets and the safety of small children. |