A lot of dogs are a valued member of many families, so it’s only natural that you would want to take them on holiday with you instead of leaving them behind at home or in a kennel. Leaving them behind can seem unfair and put a dampener on your holiday; it’s normal to miss your pets when you’re away, so why not bring them with you? Fortunately, it’s now easier than ever to bring your dog on holiday with you as a lot of places offer dog friendly accommodation. So, if you’re considering treating your dog to the holiday of a lifetime, we’ve compiled a short list of tips for taking your dog on holiday.
Think Of Your Dog
Choosing the perfect place to stay for you is vital, as it should be for anyone else who is going to be staying with you. However, you should also think about how suitable the accommodation is for your dog; we recommend always calling ahead before any booking and confirm that their pet policy has not been changed (updating a website isn’t at the top of the list for every business.). This is your chance to make sure that they are able to cater to the needs of your pet if necessary and welcome your animals with open arms. If you are taking more than one dog, you should also check if they allow multiple dogs per booking.
Make A List Of The Essentials
Before you take your dog on holiday with you, you should think about making a list of the essential items that both you and your dog may need to guarantee that the trip is as safe and fun as possible. There are a lot of canine accessories out there that can help to make your trip easier so you should definitely do some research and look into things that can help. Some of the most obvious items include:
- Dog bowls
- A leash/collar
- Dog waste bags
- A dog bed
- Shampoo and other products
Stick To Your Routine
Just because you are on holiday, you shouldn’t completely change your routine. More often than not, dogs will adapt quickly to new surroundings but it’s not always the case; if you are taking your dog on holiday with you for the very first time, you should watch them and monitor their behavioural changes.
Keeping to your routine will help to instil a little bit of ‘home’ into your pooch’s daily life when on holiday, which can ensure that they keep calm and have the time of their life. You can keep meal times as close as possible to what they are at home, for example.
We hope that the tips above have helped you consider some things that you may not have thought about before you take your dog on holiday. If you would like to discuss the pet friendly accommodation that we offer, please feel free to call our friendly team today.