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If you are considering a new start in a new state or have to move, consider your pet’s needs as well. There are many great places to live (this is America!), but some places are better suited for pets than others.
What makes one place better for pets than others?
-Plenty of vets and animal clinics for prevention and ...Read More
Are you the kind of person that enjoys doing crafty things at home? Have you considered making your own travel cushion for your pet? Not only will you save money making one by yourself, but your pet will travel in style and it will be the envy of other dog owners.
Creating your own cozy travel cushion is simple, convenient, easy to roll up an...Read More
Taking your dog or cat on vacation with you can be fun and comforting. Here are the essential items that you must remember to pact for your furry friend and why.
Cats:
Bed – Cats need to feel safe and since they are very territo...Read More
Whether you travel by car or by plane, be sure your pet is wearing an ID tag and, if possible, also an imbedded identification microchip. While both should contain accurate contact information, consider not including your pet's name on its ID tag. How a pet responds to hearing its name used could be helpful in reuniting a lost or stolen pet with...Read More
When traveling with your pets, you want to make sure they are safe and happy. Many airlines will allow you to bring pets, either in the cabin or as baggage, and some are even creating special programs specifically to cater to your pets. Check out some of these airlines when looking for the perfect flight for you and your pet. ...Read More
Part II of IV: America’s Best Dog Friendly Places
Best of the East
Welcome back, fellow Yeepet-ers! Hopefully, we are still somewhat on track with our New Year’s resolutions since it’s only been a few weeks since ringing in 2010. This is part 2 of a 4 part series exploring the best dog ...Read More
If you are thinking about taking your dog on your next vacation, consider one of these top 10 dog friendly U.S. cities.
At the top spot on the list of most dog friendly cities is San Francisco. In this city, you can dine on the patios with your furry companion at many of the restaurants, take your dog for a walk across t...Read More
You want a romantic getaway this Valentine's Day but feel guilty about leaving Fluffy and Rover at home. Bring your pets with you to these romantic destinations and they can enjoy some pampering too.
Paris
It doesn't get much more romantic than that for you and your significant other. The city of love is full of romance, from a...Read More
There are few things better in the world than traveling with your loved ones. Having recently watched George Clooney’s “Up in the Air”, I find myself spending lots of time thinking about well, how it is I spend my time. When all is said and done, when we look back at how we spent our days, will we be happy with how ...Read More
Paris Hilton, international trendsetter, has officially made teacup Chihuahuas and other small dogs fashionable accessories that go with any outfit. The brand of dog carriers that she and many other celebrities, including Oprah Winfrey and Jessica Alba buy? PuchiBag.
PuchiBag is a relatively new company, about 10 years old, ...Read More
Dog, the Philosopher: A Perfect Day in LA!
There are some days that the sun is shining just so on your face, the wind is at your back and your dog actually comes when you call! This was one of those days. It was a glorious New Year’s weekend here in Los Angeles and it reminds me why it is I came here for ...Read More
Want to spend the night in an unusual location? How about inside a giant beagle? Yes, that's right, a giant beagle! The Dog Park Inn, located in Cottonwood, Idaho, offers a unique hotel room - a hotel room up in the air in the belly of the worlds biggest beagle!
Dog Bark Park is home to Toby and Sweet Willy, the Wo...Read More
Dog, the Philosopher: The Best Vacation Ever?
It’s nearly year end. . .that time of year that brings lots of introspection:
What have I done with myself this year?
Am I any closer to completing my goals?
What’s the secret to happiness?
Okay, admittedly this last question is a...Read More
It's always great to get outdoors and enjoy some fresh air and relaxation with your pet. Your dog will love you for bringing him with on your outdoor adventure. There's so much to see and sniff and so many opportunities to get nice and dirty! Follow a few simple dos and don'ts and you and your pet will have a great trip!
Do:...Read More
Many organizations help save the lives of animals, but these two are interesting because they are involved in volunteer transport of animals in need.
Freedom Train Animal Rescue Transports is a network of volunteers who transport animals from shelters and abusive or neglectful sit...Read More
Dog, the Philosopher: BEST EVER Dog Friendly Wineries of Sonoma Wine Country!
Day 2 of my Thanksgiving vacation up north, I was ready for a little wine tasting fun especially after my mellow beach day (see my previous blog for the inside scoop on Dog Friendly Beaches and Restaurants)! I was determined to find s...Read More
In case you are in NYC for business or pleasure and have brought along your favorite furry friend, you might want to let your pet enjoy some of the benefits of a pet spa.
Check out any of these three pet spa's right in the NYC area - the city that not only never sleeps, but the city that has it all for us pet love...Read More
Now is the time of year when people do a lot of traveling to visit with family and friends for the holidays. Don't feel guilty about leaving your pets behind. Your pets can travel with you through special flights with Pet Airways and through other airlines.
ABOUT PET AIRWAYS
Pet Airways is a special airline designed...Read More
Dog, the Philosopher: Russian River Getaway!
Sometimes you have one of those days that makes you think - it’s great to be alive! This was one of those days.
Over Thanksgiving weekend, we rented a house on the Russian River in Guerneville, a very small town about 70 miles north of San Francisco. It...Read More
Whether you want to embrace the snowy, wintry bliss of the season or escape for a tropical paradise, there are lots of options for you and your pet! Whichever you choose, here are a few travel suggestions for you and your furry friends.
For the snow bunnies (and snow puppies):
1. Squaw Valley, California
&n...Read More
My wife and I recently moved across the country. So we had to find a way to get our entire family – two humans, a dog, and a cat – to our new home, two thousand miles away.
As I wrote in a recent post, it’s not a good idea to fly your pet unless necessary. I took my own advice and declined to send our dog and cat on an airpl...Read More
There are plenty of us, "Pet Parents" that spoil our pets. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, about 60 percent of all households in the United States have a pet. There are growing numbers of "Pet Parents" around the world. The US may have the highest pet population in the world, but Latin America, Asia and Europe are soon ...Read More
To many, the holidays are a time of family, fun, and travel. Traveling with your pet can be an even grander adventure. At least, this is the case for me.
Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away and this will be the first time in years that I spend it with family. I recently relocated from Texas to Virginia. With my family in New York, hol...Read More
A few years ago, my wife and I had to fly our cat across the country. We had a familial obligation, and our cat was on medication that required multiple daily shots, so we took him with us.
He travelled fine and seemed none the worse for wear. He did express contempt for the Detroit airport, but then again, so have millions of humans.
Our ...Read More
Dog, the Philosopher: Fido Friendly First Fridays!
I love to explore places that fellow Yeepers can bring their four legged friends and this week’s recommendation is in Venice. This past Friday was First Friday on Abbot Kinney (the first Friday of every month) and it is an event not to be missed. I finally we...Read More
The weather here in Connecticut has been great for this time of the year. The temperature has stayed around 55 degrees F, and it has stopped raining everyday. So, the other day I decided to take my camera with me when I took Lizzie for a walk. I do a little amature photography.
As you can see from the picture above, Lizzie ...Read More
How to describe this blog? I'd have to say part philosophy, part wisdom and part adventure! All the best places to take your dog in LA and beyond and along the way, all the teachings and musings of one Black Tri Australian Shepherd, Sonia.
If there is a place in Los Angeles that is a must see for doggies and their companions, please...Read More
f you enjoy hiking with your dog.There are some really nice places to take that doggie out into the woods, within an hour or two of Los Angeles. OF course the easiest is just jumping on the 2 north and ride it up into the Los Angeles National Forest. If you've got the time, take that doggie to Lake Arrowhead. It's about a 2 hour drive and I fo...Read More
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My little Skye goes everywhere she can with me. I am one of the fortunate who can take my dog to work with me, in fact the CEO of the PR firm that I intern at made it a company policy that if you have a dog, it MUST come to work with you! So Skye rides with me for the ...Read More
When you’re moving or visiting overseas with your pet, it can be a stressful situation. When you hear so many horror stories about pets that have flown under the plane, it makes you wonder what the best transportation method is.
Pet Relocation is a worldwide door-to-door pet transportation service, which focuses on safe and compassionat...Read More
We all love our pets, (that's why we are here!) and for those who really love their pets, vacationing with them can be a challenge! Airline Pet Regulations have become stringent and many of us do not like the fact that our bigger pets are forced into the cargo department. Would people put thier kids in the cargo hold? NO, and for many of us, our...Read More
More and more pet lovers are out and about and taking little Fifi or Spot with them wherever they go - I have seen more and more of the Pet Vests out on the street with people walking and toting their furry friend along. I know another friend who takes their dog out walking, and when the little fur ball gets tired, pops him in the Pet Vest...Read More
I love that people take their dogs places with them rather than leaving them confined at home, withering away on a patio or in a garage somewhere, wishing they were with their masters and smelling new things, and bouncing around with other dogs. I like seeing dogs everywhere, like I often do here in my neighborhood in Chicago. Any gi...Read More
Traveling with your pets doesn’t always go smoothly, and if you’re planning a trip across the country or across the world, then you have to worry about other things.
Pets that are up to 99 pounds have to go underneath the plane, which can be a scary experience for even the mellowest person. There is no one ensure that your pe...Read More
With all the traveling to and fro, vacationing, visiting friends, and just taking off for a long weekend, our pets sometimes get caught up in what humans refer to as "jet lag."
We want our pets to be a part of our lives, and they want to take off with us wherever we may go - I found this great article on pet jet lag and how to help ...Read More
There are so many places around the country that now welcome and pamper your furry friend that is is getting easier and easier to take your pet on vacation with you.
Following is a listing of the Top 5 Pet Friendly Vacation Spots in the U.S. - Find one close (or even not so close) to you and make your reservation soon!
#5 Orlando, Florida:
Se...Read More
On my way to the daily walk, I started on my mission to find a new spot where no doggie has been before. I wish my owner would seek a new routine for a daily walk. Wonder if he will ever go down a different path, or maybe my sniffer with reach a point it will seek a new spot . I like to pee where no other dog has peed before
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Next week on August 25th marks the anniversary of The National Park Service which was established on 08/25/1916 ~ This is a great time to check out all of the National Parks that allow dogs and then go visit one near you!
Following, you will find a listing, per state, of the National Parks that you and your pet will be welcome at.
In gen...Read More
Igor is quiet the world traveller. He has been to Russia, Boston, and France. I have many great stories about travelling with pets, but my favorite is the one when he got lost at the airport in France.
It was just a stop, and at the moment when I had to pick him up to tranfer to another plane he was lost.! No where to be found... I waited for 2...Read More
A while back I wrote a blog post on here about travel safety with your pet. Since then I have wondered if there were actually products out there for pet owners to buy to help them take their pets on the road - and wouldn't you know, there are!
I found a great one on Amazon.com called "Bones Outward Bound Dog Travel Kit". It contains a f...Read More
It's summertime and that means vacation time! Lots of folks like to hit the road and drive to their destinations - this can be a really fun family experience. For those of us who own pets, there is no reason to kennel your furry friends - take them along for the ride! But before you do, you will need to prepare your vehicle and your pet for your...Read More
If your pets aren't traveling with you what it best care for them while you are gone? There are several options....boarding, taking them to a family/friend's home, pet sitter, etc. I have done all the above and what works best for me is a pet sitter. Our pets can stay in the comfort of their own home while someone comes in several tim...Read More
Have any of you heard of Pet Airways, a pet-only airline? With this airline, you can drop off your pet at a participating airport's pet lounge. Your pet rides in the cabin monitored by an attendant and given regular potty breaks. If your flight is delayed, then your pet can board at the pet lounge. So far there are only a few participa...Read More
Still trying to decide whether to fly your pet with you this summer? Take a look at this article, written by a National Geographic submitter. It's a collection of stories and inconsistencies comitted by major airlines that might just keep you and Fido grounded from here on out.
Rental car, anyone? Here's the link: www....Read More
Traveling with a pet can be challenging, but is not impossible.Taking your four legged friend along is a great alternative to leaving you pet at home and looking for a pet sitter; or even worse crating your dog or cat when you move. The secret to traveling with you pet without hassel is to do your homework.
Make sure...Read More
Summer is about here and many people start traveling and vacationing all around the country. Taking your pet with you can often be frustrating when trying to find a place where they can stay with you. Following is a list of hotels that do welcome dogs.
When you make your reservation be sure to let them know you are bringing ...Read More
Little Cat (Vivienne Belle) came from the rescue I regularly volunteer with. Sadly, I was laid off from my full time communications gig in January, but the silver lining was: I began to volunteer up to three days a week.
Naturally, all the animals mean a ton to me, but my first day I showed up, and said I'd like to foster (we'd done it bef...Read More
My dog, Conlan, probably doesn't remember his birthplace in Bali, Indonesia. I'm pretty sure he doesn't remember any Indonesian either - because I've tested him. After all, he was just under three months old when I transplanted him.
And I sure hope he still doesn't remember the long trip of more than 21 hours of flight time - not including...Read More
I have never taken one of the cats (or a dog) on an airplane, and if faced with having to do so, I would probably be starting at square one as to determine what is allowed, what I needed, what they needed, and where to begin. I may be a master of my domain and give the boys everything they need while at home, but up in the friendly skies, ...Read More
I have always been lucky when it has come to someone watching the cat when I traveled for work or vacation, I always have had a next-door neighbor who was more than happy to come over and feed and check in on Charlie on a daily basis, give him some attention, and make sure that all his needs were being met while I was away. I repaid the fa...Read More