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6 Things to know before booking a pet-friendly hotel

Pet parents increasingly want to take their furry family members with them wherever they can. This has led to an uptick in pet travel, whether around town, on business, or across the country. In response to this demand, more hotels are taking steps to accommodate four-legged guests.

Flying with your pet for the holidays? Here’s what to consider before booking your flight

With the holiday season in full swing, you may be planning to travel a long distance to spend the holidays with family and friends. When it comes to taking your pet along, you may wonder if flying is the best option.  Flying is definitely a quick and seemingly simple way to get you and your pet to where you’re going.  Instead of spending hours driving, you and your furry sidekick will spend a lot less actual travel time when you are on a plane.  However, like all travel methods, flying does pose some potential obstacles and risks to take into consideration.

Don’t wing it. Why you should make pet-friendly hotel reservations early

Winging it can be a good thing. It takes the pressure off of having to plan and make decisions – and opens the door to spontaneity and free spirit. However, winging it also comes into play when you’re simply procrastinating. There is a time and a place for winging it and reserving a hotel room for you and your pet is not the time (or place).

Seat belt for your dog? You betcha

Dogs are on the go and taking more road trips than ever before. And more pet owners are taking measures to ensure their pets are secure in the car.

Where and when to leaf peep with your pup

When life becomes uncertain, our natural instincts tell us to seek calm and clarity in nature. A growing number of Americans are doing just that - and bringing their furry co-pilot with them.