Trina Planning a trip with the whole family but baffled as to what you should do with your dog? The dilemma begins. Should you hire a sitter and leave him at home or should you take him with you? Your dogs are like family members and they deserve to be spending time and bonding with you, too. And so you decide to take him with you on your next trip. Dog crates will make this decision possible and easier to pursue (click here). Choosing dog crates may seem easy, but it is actually not. People often make mistakes in buying crates for their dogs. There are a variety of designs and stylish crates ..read more

Trina As our dogs are members of the family, we often take them along on days out and quick trips in the car. We like to consider ourselves to be good drivers and understand the rules to keep everyone safe in the car. Although, you may be unaware there are certain rules to follow in order to stick to the highway code and keep our furry friends safe. Interested in checking your abiding by the rules? Continue reading to discover some important and helpful tips for driving safely with your dog. How to secure them It’s essential to make sure our dogs are restrained in the car, to keep them safe an ..read more

Trina As travelling with pets is becoming more popular and widely accepted when planning a vacation, are you prepared to bring along your dog on the next road trip? According to GoPetFriendly, 63.8% of owners travel by car or pick-up when asked what mode of transportation they used when travelling with their pets. But regardless of the vehicle, bonding with your pet while seeking new adventures is priceless. As you create your getaway plan, keep in mind the Highway Code that requires owners to secure their pets properly while travelling in vehicles with them. So, it is not only human ..read more

Trina With gorgeous beaches where Fido can play and swim, a collection of incredible dog friendly hotels in San Diego and many bars and eateries which will also welcome your furry companion just as much as you, the sun-soaked Californian city is one of the most pooch-friendly places in the USA. Here are some of the best dog friendly restaurants in the much-loved Pacific Coast city… Crushed – 967 Garnet Ave San Diego Serving up delicious tapas, sweet breakfasts and pizza oven flatbreads, you’re going to want to order more than one thing from the menu at Crushed. It’s open every day from 8 am t ..read more

Trina Are you planning a UK holiday with your dog? Self-catering accommodation is going to be your best bet but only if your holiday cottage is truly dog-friendly. After all, you want to stay in a place where your four-legged friend is as welcome as you are, not where your dog is merely tolerated. This is all very well but how do you tell the good from the bad and the downright ugly? Unhelpfully, the tourist industry has no star rating to show how dog-friendly individual establishments are so it’s up to you to ask the right questions. There is, however, one thing you can look out for: the annu ..read more

Trina Just like us, our canine friends love to soak in the sun, enjoy the wild scents and have fun outdoors. So, why not give them a gift of health and happiness with a weekend backpacking dog trip this year? Most dogs, irrespective of their size, make excellent backpacking companions but backpacking with dogs takes more thought and preparation than going alone. This guide to backpacking with dogs covers some important tips to ensure a safe and fun backpacking trip with your canine companion. Preparing For your backpacking dog trip Once you’ve decided to embark on an adventurous jour ..read more

Trina Last year, over 4.5 million people in the UK headed overseas during the Christmas holidays. If you’re one of the millions of people who plan to travel overseas or even domestically this winter, you’ll benefit from arming yourself with a few winter travel safety tips that will ensure a happy holiday for you and your furry best friend. Pick The Right Type Of Transportation As your pup’s parent, you’ll likely understand how comfortable they are in a car, train or airplane. Try to aim for choosing places that are either easily accessible with a pet in stow, or that are p ..read more

Trina Dogs can be the ultimate co-pilots on a long road trip. They won’t talk your ear off, and never complain when you need to stop to use the toilet. However, 40% of people in the UK admit to letting their dogs ride in the car without restraints. And while most of us don’t think twice about using our seat belt, dogs don’t have that same luxury in the event of a crash. Now, there’s a lot to consider when taking your dog on a long road trip, but safety should always be the first priority. Making sure your companion is secure is easy once you know what needs to be done. Dog Seat ..read more

Trina For people who work overseas, such as Foreign Service workers, international travel with a pet can be challenging. Along with ensuring they have the proper vaccines, pet owners need to arrange transportation for their pets, and they may need to leave them with strangers under quarantine. However, if you prepare your dog for moving, then you, and they, will be able to adapt quickly to moving to a new home, no matter its location. Here are four tips to prepare your dog for international travel. Contact Airlines for Policies If you need to fly to your next assignment, then you should conta ..read more

Trina Did you know that about a quarter of adults in the UK have a pet dog? With so many of us keen to share our lives with our four-legged best friends, it is no wonder that a dog-friendly holiday is now a big thing. So, what’s involved? Taking your pooch on holiday is probably not something you would do on the spur of the moment. It requires prior thought and planning to make sure that your journey, as well as your stay, is an enjoyable experience for all concerned. Minimise potential stress wherever possible by carefully considering the needs of your pet. This is where renting a self-cater ..read more