May 23, 2013

Daytripping with Fido

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On the road and at home, pets are an integral part of our lives. Nearly 40 percent of U.S. households own at least one dog, according to the Humane Society. Our pets often accompany us on the road, including one-day road trips. Fortunately, it’s possible to save money and save your sanity while traveling with [...]

Fido-Friendly Getaways for Winter

Winter Pet Getaways

With the holidays over, vacationers are looking for active getaways to burn off those extra pounds. For those who want to bring their furry family members along, options do exist. Here are a handful of Fido-friendly ways to enjoy a winter getaway with the entire family. Cross-Country Skiing: While following you on a downhill run [...]

Pet Spa and Resort Review: Waggle Brothers in Miami

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On a recent business trip with lots going on, we ended up taking our lovable Labrador with us. There were many reasons behind this decision, not the least of which was a scheduling conflict with her usual care provider. For all but one of the five days we were there, we managed to meet her [...]

Leaving On a Jet Plane – How to Ship Your Pets Internationally

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  Flickr Photo Credit: Ejhogbin I’m lea-ea-ving, on a jet plane. Don’t know when I’ll be back again . . . so kiss me and cry for me  . . . tell me that you’ll wait for me . . . hold me like you’ll never let me go. Cuz I’m leaving on a jet [...]

Pet Sitting and Travel Tip: The Kong Is King

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  Flickr Photo Credit: James Khoo Having extra treats on hand is always helpful when pets are going through any sort of transition. So are special toys and things to “work” at while they are processing. The perfect combination? Pet kongs.

Pet Sitting Tip: Medication Administration Chart

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  Photo Credit: Lab GP & Sig Other Does your furry friend have more meds than Carter has liver pills? Keep you and your pet sitter sane with a simple DIY med chart.

Pet Sitting Tip: Maintaining Family Contact

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  Flickr Photo Credit: Aussiegall Want to look like a rock star to your new house and pet sitting clients? Maintaining family contact and sharing information goes a long way towards increasing everyone’s comfort factor. Read on for some ideas.

Canine Hotel Review: The Village Inn in Harrisonburg, Virginia

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  Photo Credit: Trek Hound If you haven’t had a chance to check this place out yet for pet travel, here are our impressions.

Nomadic Pets: The Power of Public Rest Stops

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Photo Credit: Clearly Ambiguous While letting the dogs out at gas stations is fine in a pinch, there’s rarely a suitable area for them to stretch, and the chaos of multiple vehicles going in multiple directions is a bit nerve racking. We prefer rest stops when possible. Here’s why.

Drury Inn by the Airport in Nashville, Tennessee

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  Photo Credit: Trek Hound How did we feel about the pet friendly atmosphere of the Drury Inn in Nashville? Read on for details.

Canine Hotel Reviews: Best Value Inn, El Paso

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  Looking for a suitable pet friendly room for the night? This one could go either way.

Nomadic Pets: The Doggie Diaper Bag

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  Flickr Photo Credit: Tanakawho Having trouble staying organized on your pet trek? Consider a doggie diaper bag.

Canine Hotel Reviews: The Air Force Inn at DMAFB

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  For the past two weeks, we’ve been staying with the dogs in Tucson, Arizona at the Air Force Inn at Davis Monthan Air Force Base. How have we fared?

Nomadic Pets: Welcome to the Hound Dog Hotel

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  Flickr Photo Credit: KangoTraveler Now that we are actually in our first hotel with the dogs, we’re finding several strategies helpful. Want the scoop?

Nomadic Pets: Preparing for Long Term Pet Care

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  Photo Credit: My Boy Dodger Whether you’re traveling with your pets, or arranging for them to receive care while you are away, there are numerous issues to be addressed.