See all the places Cello has been HERE!
See all the things Hooch has done HERE!
See all the places Lager has been HERE!
See all the things Rita has done HERE!Â
See all the places Whiskey has been HERE!
See all the things Porter has done HERE!
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Here are a few sites I like to use to find dog-friendly places to go with Cello, Hooch, and Lager:
(1) BringFido.com :
BringFido.com has been providing pet friendly suggestions since April, 2005.  BringFido.com is a dog travel directory that provides reviews, pet policy information, and online reservations at pet friendly hotels through a partnership with Travelocity. Information is also provided on bed & breakfasts, vacation rentals, and campgrounds that welcome pets in 150 countries worldwide.  BringFido.com also provides information on both airlines and hotel pet policies, as well as recommendations on dog beaches, off-leash parks, outdoor restaurants, and other animal attractions in more than 10,000 cities around the world. Bring Fido has a toll-free number (877-411-FIDO) dog owners can call if they need assistance locating a a pet friendly hotel at the next exit on the highway, an animal hospital thatâs open at 4am, or the best restaurant in the area that allows dogs to sit at its outdoor tables.
Some of the great reasons to use BringFido.com:Â
1. Bring Fido has confirmed the pet policy at every hotel listed on the website, so there wonât be any surprise pet fees, weight limits, or other restrictions when you check-in at the hotel. If you find a pet policy that is no longer accurate, you can contact them, and they will cover any additional pet fee you may have been charged.
2. Bring Fido does not charge a booking fee when you make a reservation. They guarantee that youâre getting the best rate available on all prepaid reservations. If you find a lower rate within 24 hours of booking, they will gladly refund the difference plus an additional $20.
3. You can choose a free gift every time you make a reservation online. Just visit the âfreebiesâ page prior to booking to see the current offers and enter the appropriate gift code when making your reservation. They will ship your free t-shirt, sticker, or other gift as soon as you return home from the trip.
4. Bring Fido donates a portion of all proceeds to numerous pet charities, humane societies, and rescue groups every year. You can help save a homeless pet every time you reserve a hotel room through BringFido.com.
(2)  DogFriendly.com :
DogFriendly.com has been helping humans share adventures with their canine kids since 1998.  They have published world-wide pet travel guides for people with dogs of all sizes & breeds.  City Guides show pet-friendly hotels, attractions, such as tours, stores & historical sites, campgrounds and parks,& off-leash parks, beaches, patio dining, skiing, and more. You can also view free listings, highway guides, the siteâs blog, or their dog travel books/ebooks.  You can even join their newsletter to find out about everything dog-friendly!
(3) Gopetfriendly.com:
GoPetFriendly.com has it all ⌠you can search this site by category â such as pet friendly hotels, campgrounds, beaches, and parks⌠to veterinarians, pet supply stores â and even restaurants and wineries where your pup is welcome to join you.  Everything youâll want or need while youâre traveling across the US and Canada is here, all in one place.  The site even has a Road Trip Planner that will map your trip and locate all the pet friendly places along the way.  And if that isnât enough â there is also a collection of approximately 30,000 consistent, detailed pet polices from hotels and campgrounds.
Cesar Millan has some great tips on his site for traveling with your dog:
Cesarâs Best Dog Travel Tips
Bringing your dog on vacation with you just adds to the fun and alleviates the worry of not knowing whatâs happening with your dog while youâre on the road. You need to do your homework on dog travel though. Planes and cars arenât designed with dogs in mind, and you need to know what to expect when you reach your final destination.  By planning your dog travel ahead of time, you can make the vacation a truly relaxing time for you and your dog. Here are my best dog travel tips to help make that happen:
Crating your dog for travel
Itâs natural to feel bad about crating your dog. After all, you wouldnât want to be crated. But donât project your feelings onto your dog. They donât mind the crate and some even feel safer in one.
- The most important thing you can do is make sure your dog has been well exercised before he goes in the crate. If heâs burned off his excess energy, heâll be more inclined to rest.
- Make sure thereâs nothing in the crate that can harm your dog. Leashes and loose collars are especially dangerous items that could present a strangling hazard.
- Keep your energy positive. Donât present the crate like itâs a prison. Show the dog the crate and open the door. Donât shove the dog in the crate. Let him go into the crate on his own. When heâs inside and comfortable, you can close the door. Walk away with good energy and body language. If you affect a sad voice and say things like âDonât be sad. Mommy and Daddy will be back soon,â your dog is going to think somethingâs wrong and get anxious.
- Come back in 15 minutes. This will ease the dogâs separation anxiety next time you crate him. But donât take him out of the crate. Remember that youâre not projecting that the crate is a bad thing. Just open the door and he can come out when heâs ready.
Driving with your dog
Itâs usually a good idea to crate your dog when riding in the car. Youâll be less distracted while driving which is safer for both of you. It also prevents your dog from becoming a projectile if you have to stop fast, also reducing the chance of injury for both of you. Speaking of projectiles, donât feed your dog a lot before the trip as they are prone to motion sickness. Donât feed your dog while youâre moving either. Wait until thereâs a break and you can give her a small snack, preferably high in protein. Itâs also good to spend a little time playing or walking during the break to get rid of some pent-up energy. And of course, donât leave your dog in a parked car, especially when itâs warm out. Even with the window cracked open, the car can quickly turn into an oven, and your dog will get dehydrated.
Taking your dog on an airplane
The first thing you need to do is check with the airline for their rules regarding pet travel. Many require a health certificate and may have other rules you havenât thought of that you donât want to be surprised with at the airport. Your dog will almost certainly be traveling in a crate and it will probably make everyoneâs lives easier if you crate your dog before you enter the chaos of the airport.
As with car travel, itâs smart not to start the trip on a full stomach or blaadder (dogs should fast for at least 6 hours before the trip) and to make a pit stop as close to the departure time as possible. However, make sure your dog has access to waterâenough to keep hydrated but not full.
If your dog isnât flying with you in the main cabin, donât have a big goodbye scene. Youâll only upset your dog. If youâre calm, heâll be calm.
To medicate or not to medicate your dog
With almost as large a selection of pharmaceuticals as humans, it may be tempting to medicate your dog with a sedative or calmative for the trip. I donât recommend medicating your dog. You donât want to start a pattern that ends with a reliance on pills for you or your pet. You possess all the tools to keep your pet calm with your voice, attitude, and body language.
Keeping your dog calm during travel
Make sure you bring your dogâs blankie or his favorite stuffed animal, toy, boneâany item which is familiar to your dog and will comfort and relax him. Â For a little extra calm, try rubbing a little lavender oil between your hands and give your pet a little aromatherapy or deep tissue massage at the beginning of your dogâs spine or base of her head.
Staying in a hotel with your dog
As with flying, a little preemptive research is in order. Does the hotel youâre considering even allow pets? Better to find out before you arrive. Pet-welcoming hotels like Best Western will be prepared for your visit, and can even recommend parks, hikes, and other dog-friendly activities. At other hotels, the only thing fit for a dog is the Continental breakfast. It can also be embarrassing if your dog barks or howls in the new room. Donât inadvertently encourage the barking with affection. Stay calm and assertive and take him out for some exercise to calm him.
Go on a long walk once you reach the hotel
A recently exercised dog will be in a more relaxed state during any long trip. Your dog may growl at strangers and thatâs ok. Itâs natural for your dog to be a little nervous around new people. Sheâs out of her element and may growl. This isnât because sheâs being aggressive, but because sheâs a little freaked out and needs reassurance that everythingâs under control. If you pull her away from the new person, youâre indicating that there is something wrong and sheâll freak out more. Again, be calm and assertive and show your dog that youâve got it covered.
How to enter the hotel room with your dog
Now you are ready to go to your hotel room. Enter first. Get the dog to stay where he is. Donât let him wander around or heâll assume control of the situation. While you are unpacking, showering, or making phone calls, he is waiting. The only one who should move in the environment is youâuntil you are ready, then you initiate activity. Itâs important that your scent is everywhere before the dog settles in.
Exploring a new place
Youâre away from home and that means a lot of new sights, smells, sounds, and potential food items for your dog. Make sure youâre vigilant wherever you go about whatâs around, especially in the area of things your dogs could ingest. Also, especially around the holidays, there may be a lot of lights, decorations, and snout-level treats that can be distracting or dangerous for your pooch. Keep an eye on him and the new place.
Can’t bring your dog along?
Find a good substitute pack.  In a kennel, your dog should be immediately adopted as a member of the pack. The staff should be able to get your dog focused on what is there for him â and not leave him mourning over the fact that you left. It is a big deal for a dog to detach himself from a pack. The new pack should equal or better the pack he just left.  Traveling with a dog can be a fun experience for both of you. Just remember to be as prepared as possible wherever you go. The more homework you do on dog travel, the fewer surprises there will be. Donât forget to make sure your dog gets plenty of exercise and above all, of course, be calm and assertive. A balanced dog makes the best travel companion.