Pooch & Mutt Christmas range for dogs The festive season and magic of Christmas is just around the corner and let's face it, we all want to give our good boys and girls a place at the table and a chance to indulge whilst keeping things easy and safe. We at Dog Holidays UK are excited to share a review we have on the Pooch & Mutt Christmas Range which includes an advent calendar for dogs as well as a Christmas gift box with that all important Christmas dinner for your dog!   Who are Pooch & Mutt? In a nutshell, Pooch & Mutt are a health food company for dogs! The sto ..read more

Last week Ralph and I travelled to the North East and stayed at the dog friendly Staybridge Suites Newcastle! This is a wonderful pet friendly option if you are looking for a city centre property in Newcastle itself or, if you are interested in visiting Northumberland, the North Yorkshire Coast or some of the beautiful national parks in the area! We had a fantastic time and wanted to share more about what we got up to whilst we were there. And make sure you are following us on Social Media for your chance to WIN a stay at the Staybridge Suites Newcastle. Competition will run from the ..read more

At Dog Holidays UK, we pride ourselves on offering variety to our customers and introducing you to dog friendly destinations across the UK you can enjoy with your dog. When I was looking to get away on a dog friendly holiday with Ralph soon after getting him, we kept coming across dog friendly cottages and country house hotels on repeat. And whilst we absolutely love these options for a break, we felt they surely couldn’t be the only ones out there for people with dogs to enjoy! We are making it our mission to open up the UK to dog owners and bring you traditional dog friendly holidays whi ..read more

The summer of love is back with a bang as the Love Island villa reopens for business! Love it or hate it, we’ve all heard of the show which last week commenced it’s 8th season, following young, glamorous singles on their quest for love. To celebrate the return of Love Island, check out this round up of stylish dog friendly accommodation you can enjoy this summer here on the island of Great Britain. We've done the graft, all you need to do is see if one turns your head! Deveraux House, Whitby Perfect for a double date break, this newly renovated, 5 storey Georgian Townhouse features a ..read more

It’s National Love Your Pet Day on the 20th of February and the perfect occasion to show our dogs just how much they mean to us. Yes they chew on your shoes, ruin your flower beds, they believe you are sharing THEIR bed and let’s not get started on those muddy paws they walk all round the house. The companionship and laughter they bring to our lives though mean they’re always forgiven because we simply love them to pieces! Over the last decade the share of UK households owning a dog jumped from 23% to 33% and there are now 12.5 million dogs living amongst us in our homes. The PDSA Animal W ..read more

At Dog Holidays UK, we pride ourselves on offering variety to our customers and introducing you to dog friendly destinations across the UK you can enjoy with your dog. When I was looking to get away on a dog friendly holiday with Ralph soon after getting him, we kept coming across dog friendly cottages and country house hotels on repeat. And whilst we absolutely love these options for a break, we felt they surely couldn’t be the only ones out there for people with dogs to enjoy! We are making it our mission to open up the UK to dog owners and bring you traditional dog friendly holidays whi ..read more

It’s the best feeling in the world when you wake up and it's warm and cosy, and you don't have to go to work. Winter is upon us and with the dark nights closing in, booking a cosy, dog friendly cottage with a log burner is the perfect way to relax and spend a few days away.  Picture this: early morning frost while out on your dog walk and then back to base to set a roaring fire, snuggled up with your favourite book or movie. Nothing says cosy more than a cottage, especially one with a log burner because who doesn’t love the sound and feel of a crackling fire? With our growing dog frie ..read more

Whether you’re a new dog owner or you have had dogs all your life, I think we can all agree, we just cannot resist the urge to splurge on our pets! Every year, Christmas gifts for dogs are becoming more and more popular and with endless choice and new retailers popping up all the time. It can be overwhelming deciding what to buy. To help dog owners new and old this year, I have put together a few ideas on what I have previously bought for Ralph and what I am eyeing up this year. I get it; you want to reward your dog for being a good boy or girl whilst still ensuring they get gifts that are p ..read more

At Dog Holidays UK we are here to help you enjoy all that life has to offer with your dog and that includes Christmas! We have put together some of our favourite festive days out that you can enjoy together, but what’s more, there’s dog friendly accommodation nearby! So treat yourself, make a weekend of it and enjoy the festive season with your dog by your side.  LIVERPOOL Christmas Shopping If you’re planning a Christmas shopping weekend this year then there’s nowhere more dog friendly than Liverpool. Not only can you take your dog on the Merseyrail Loop line around the city but ove ..read more

It’s that time of year again when people are up and down the motorway visiting friends and family and getting together for festive events. Others are taking city breaks to get the Christmas shopping done while some are escaping to the country for a well-earned rest. Here at Dog Holidays UK, we’re not only in the business of finding you the perfect dog-friendly accommodation, but we care about how you get there. It’s Not Just About The Destination, But The Journey Too Picture this, you’re off on holiday with your dog; their bags are packed and their head is sticking out of the car window, t ..read more