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May 20, 2013 · 5:50 pm

Memorial Day pet friendly

We all have our favorite places to visit (perhaps a bucket list for you and the dog?) … if we were traveling this Memorial Day weekend, there are a few favorite places to visit easily from Monterey County… Half Moon Bay, Bodega Bay, Napa, Sebastopol, Healdsburg, Mendocino … We love them all… Still, here is a trip we are longing to explore again in a heartbeat…  beaches, wine and cheese and chocolate and redwood trees… who could ask for anything more?

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Wine countries

Our favorite pet friendly wineries…

Larson Family Winery 

23355 Millerick Road

Sonoma, CA

707-938-3031

Larson Family Winery

Navarro Vineyards 5601 Highway 128, Philo; (800) 537-9463; www.navarrowine. com. Doggie heaven. There are always treats and a bowl of water in the tasting room. Picnic tables are around the grounds, and there’s a fenced-in dog exercise area.

Toulouse Vineyards 8001 Highway 128, Philo. (707) 895-2828; toulousevineyards.com. Dogs are free to roam the big warehouse of a tasting room or outside on the loading dock.

(Contact me for a free list of pet friendly wineries in California)

Mendocino

Pet Friendly Avenue of the Giants

from Willits to Garberville is about 1 to 2 hours (twisty and windy) and then to Orick another 2-3 hours….very twisty and windy from Oregon to Crescent city (just beyond Orick)   Orick is north of eureka and arcata

and Trinidad is just before Orick, or south of Orick on the way to Eureka and Klamath is just north of Orick a few miles

if you take the 5 rather than the 101 north, you wind up in Medford, Oregon…

Ruffing it in the redwoods

If your dog has a certain affinity for trees – and what dog doesn’t? – they’ll certainly enjoy a fragrant stroll among the tallest in the world. Humboldt County has some of the few places where you can let your dog scamper among redwoods. And while other regions boast of having a single off-leash dog beach, Humboldt has six of them – one of which awaits at the end of a scenic 5-mile coastal trail.

http://www.redwoods.info/showrecord.asp?id=2685

Beaches

Several County Beaches allow dogs to run without a leash on the wave slope within voice command:

Clam Beach 

Big Lagoon

Moonstone

Luffenholtz

Mad River County Park

Samoa Dunes Recreation Area

Leash only

Trinidad State Beach, 

Little River, and Dry Lagoon. 

http://www.friendsofthedunes.org/resources/dog/

http://www.treesofmystery.net/trails.php

Pet Friendly lodging

Motel Trees across from Trees of Mystery

http://www.treesofmystery.net/motetree.htm

$60 + per night

Humboldt Gables Motel

Rio Dell Clean, comfortable, AAA approved, & just a few minutes from the Wild and Scenic Eel River.

RATES STARTING AT $60

707-923-2721

Sherwood Forest Motel

Urban luxuries in a northcoast motel located in the center of a beautiful redwood forest.

http://www.sherwoodforestmotel.com/

 Travel Inn

Clean and comfortable stay at a reasonable price. Close to the redwoods. Travel packages for groups.

Econo Lodge Downtown

Humboldt County’s best in the budget segment. Close to Old Town. Indoor pool.

Bode Suites & Rentals

Perfect choice for a 30 day+ stay. Comfortable, convenient and affordable in the Eureka area.   53/day (30 day minimum).

stay far far far away from the eureka motel 6 worst place ever

 

http://redwoods.info/capsule.asp?seeall=yes&category1=Lodging&searchtype=&petswelcome=yes&orderby=&searchphrase=

http://www.redcrestresort.com/rates.html

visit to the Humboldt Redwoods State Park Visitor Center in Weott, 6 miles south. The friendly staff will be happy to answer all your questions. Then it’s time to go! Hiking, biking are literally at your doorstep and golfing is just a short drive away. Fishing, swimming, kayaking and rafting are possible on one of our six spectacular rivers. Search for shells and agates on one of the many redwood coast beaches.

Traveling North from Redcrest

Visit the Victorian Village of Ferndale which is listed on the Historic Register. See the many turn of the century homes and shops. Many movies have been filmed there, the most recent being The Majestic, with Jim Carrey. Don’t miss the cemetery, it’s awesome.

In the “Good Ole Summer Time”, Fortuna, Eureka and Arcata have an old-fashioned farmers market once a week, featuring all home made crafts and home-grown produce. Stroll the boardwalk and visit the quaint shops in Old Town Eureka.

Visit picturesque Trinidad, a fishing town with a scenic harbor. Hike on Trinidad Head and stroll along the beautiful beach and view the historic lighthouse. If pulling the handle of a slot machine makes your day be sure to visit the Casino in Trinidad.

http://www.trinidadcalif.com/lodging.html

Orick is about 20 miles north of the town of Trinidad

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Sounds like music, reminds me of Orick, CA where we heard the elks mating

Visit spectacular Fern Canyon and Gold Bluffs Beach. Jurassic Park, The Lost World was filmed in the canyon, you don’t want to miss it. Watch out for the elk in the meadows at the Fern Canyon turn off and on Gold Bluffs Beach.

http://www.redwoodparkslodge.com/about/index.php

http://www.redwoods.info/

Traveling South from Redcrest

You don’t want to miss the Rockefeller Forest. Turn off of the Avenue of the Giants onto Mattole Road and drive through the largest virgin forest in the world, just 4 miles south of Redcrest Resort, where you will find the tallest trees in the world. Continuing on this road past Rockefeller Forest, the Lost Coast Loop will take you through Petrolia, where oil was first discovered in California. While driving the Lost Coast you will pass through the furthest western point of the 48 states. The Lost Coast Loop takes about 3 hours (you should start with a full tank of gas) and you will see the scenic back country, and end up in the Victorian Village of Ferndale.

Ever see a black sand beach? Take a drive to the scenic fishing village of Shelter Cove. Watch the fishermen clean their day’s catch. Watch the sea lions on the rocks or maybe you will spot a whale in the distance.

The rugged coastline of Humboldt County proved an obstacle to early road builders, and so Highway 1 gives up just north of Fort Bragg and heads inland to join up with Highway 101. This mostly undeveloped coastline became known as the Lost Coast. While some sections are only accessible on foot, there is one route, known as the Lost Coast Loop that provides a pleasant day drive that will take you through giant redwood forests, to the splendid scenery of the rugged coastline, and then end up in the Victorian Village of Ferndale. Works just as well in the other direction too. Just make sure you have a full tank of gas before you leave, as services are sparce.

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May 3, 2013 · 9:22 pm

Mama’s day weekend in SLO

Mothers day is Sunday May 12… next weekend !!!

What’s cooking for Mothers Day?  Why not take your mom to dog friendly SLO for a week or the weekend?

San Luis Obispo County Has Tons of Dog Friendly Places to Explore

San Luis Obispo is located midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, and a few hours south of Monterey county. It is known as the Happiest City in America… According to Dan Buettner’s National Geographic book Thrive, “San Luis Obispo has snagged the top spot for happiest people in America.”

Below are some suggestions of dog friendly places to stay and visit while you are in SLO.

Take a dog friendly wine tour in Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo regions with a Breakaway Tours Dog Day Wine Tour.

www.breakaway-tours.com

Mom and dog can learn how to surf at Pismo beach with miles of lovely sand and waves. Amble along the boardwalk, fish from the historic pier, or explore Pismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove, which hosts an average 25,000 butterflies per season.

Lunch at the Splash Cafe (try the yummy clam chowder) is a must.

Mom and pooch will feel right at home at a pet friendly oceanfront hotel such as the SeaCrest OceanFront. Ask for their Celebrity Pet Package which includes a pet bed, food bowls, a pet concierge brochure, and a 5 acre lawn area for pets to do their business (with pet waste stations along the way) and direct beach access to the pet friendly Pismo beach.   More info at www.petfriendlypismobeach.com

Take a walking tour of the downtown of the Happiest City, SLO, visit Bubble Gum Alley, the dogs will LOVE the creek that goes through downtown, and dogs are even welcome at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art. Also, check out the pet boutique Tails for yummy treats for the canines. Other pet friendly attractions include the San Luis Obispo Botanical Gardens.

Enjoy a leisurely dinner at a pet friendly restaurant such as Luna Red. Their patio is filled with guests and their four legged friends. And the food and wine is to drool for. Organic, sustainable fresh seafood and salads.   Crab lasagne, wild boar spare ribs and a variety of vegetarian fare.

http://www.lunaredslo.com/storage/Dinner%20Menu%20March%202013.pdf

After dinner, head on down to Grover Beach, and relax at a beach party with bonfires, wine and s’mores and all.  Beach Butlerz will set up bonfire pits, each with a good supply of seasoned firewood, luxe beach chairs, a Luxe Cabana (ultra style), tiki torches, and a 12–‐foot tall teepee decked out with plush pillows and all the fixings to create s’mores. The marshmallows are huge and the service is magical. All you need is a full moon to get the party started (and some lit bocci balls).

Beach Butlerz
(805) 878-4283; www.beachbutlerz.com

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Pooches all aboard on a Tiki Boat tour of the Morro Bay Harbor on the Lost Isles Cruise.  View the wildlife in their natural habitat, and sea otters, seals, sea lions, and a wide variety of birds in Morro Bay’s beautiful estuary. The dogs will love the sounds of the sea life.  www.baycruisers.com

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Lots of shopping and meandering after the cruise along the Embarcadero… Then enjoy a great meal of freshly caught fish, smoked oysters, calamari, fish and chips and more. at Tognazzini’s Dockside Restaurant. Tognazzini’s is also home to three beautiful and friendly white Labs.
www.bonniemarietta.com/Dockside-Restaurant.htm

Before you leave the coast, be sure to take a coastal hike at one of the many pet friendly parks such as Montana De Oro (Mountain of Gold).

After lunch, you may want to relax or head up the coast to San Simeon. Tour the infamous Hearst Castle (or save that for the next day). www.hearstcastle.org

Dogs are NOT allowed at the castle.  If you want to visit and do not want to leave the dogs alone, hire a pet sitter from Faithful Friend Pet Sitting Service.

You can also enjoy wildlife viewing including bird-watching, whale-watching, sea otter preserves, and elephant seal viewing and the dogs can roam along the beach.

Stay at the pet friendly Best Western Cavalier Oceanfront Resort, Cambria and San Simeon’s only oceanfront accommodation that offers direct beach access to dog friendly beaches and 14 acres for walking the dogs. A King room with oceanview has a fireplace and your very own patio. There is a hot tub/jacuzzi and pool on property and bonfires at sunset.

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Check out the artistic town of Cambria. Be sure to enjoy lunch or dinner at Robin’s Restaurant. The gorgeous garden patio will be a treat for the dogs and your mom alike. The food will please everybody. Unique starters such as Singapore chicken sate, fresh inviting straight from the garden salads and curried chicken and other sandwiches are what’s for lunch. For dinner, lamb curry, Tail Lobster Enchiladas, Malaysian chicken and Moroccan duck breast entrees, plus delectable desserts (hot fudge sundaes with coffee ice cream and pistachio nuts) , Robin’s seasonal menus are prepared from scratch.

www.robinsrestaurant.com

Top off the weekend with a visit to one of Paso Robles pet friendly wineries. Ecluse features Bordeaux and Rhone style wines, as well as their fabulous Zinfandel. Meet and greet Ecluse Winery’s blind dog Toby. www.eclusewines.com

Ecluse has a special love for dogs and produces “Blind Dog Wines” In honor of their assist dogs that both lost their vision, they have created an eclectic blend of some of the best Paso Robles reds. A percentage of proceeds from “Blind Dog Midnight Run Cuvee” will be donated to Dogs for the Deaf in Central Point, Oregon.

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Stroll through downtown Paso Robles after the wine tour and shop in stores like Sealed with a Kiss. Pet friendly retailers offer special treats and you can enter the Thomas Hill Organics dog friendly patio restaurant from this store. www.thomashillorganics.com

Brunch or lunch will be a feast of the eyes as mouth watering plates piled high will fill your tummy. The menu features organic produce from their farm and highlights unique wines from sustainable growers on the Central Coast. Thomas Hill Organics also provides local organic grass fed beef, lamb and free range organic poultry.  Smoked Salmon Omelette, PC Cattle Burger, Pumpkin Bread French Toast, and more. Gluten free bread upon request.

http://www.thomashillorganics.com/menu_files/Brunch%20Menu.pdf

Whatever you do, your dog and mom will feel lucky, refreshed and grateful for the great getaway.

Dog Parks

- Dinosaur Caves Park, Price St., Pismo Beach

- Elm Street Dog Park, Ash St., Arroyo Grande

- El Chorro Regional Dog Park, Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo

Dog Friendly Beaches

- Pismo Beach, To the left of the pier

- Port San Luis / Avila Beach, Between 2nd and 3rd pier

- Oceano Dunes, Off of Hwy 1 exit

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Blog Hop time…thanks to Life with Dogs, Two Little Cavaliers and Confessions of the Plume…  grab the blog hop  link

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· 11:47 am

California dog friendly

Dogfriendly.com has announced its 2013 list of the Top 200 Dog-Friendly Places in the United States.  The list is broken down by state.

…California has more dog-friendly destinations than any other state, with more than 21 destinations on its list,  according to the list published by DogFriendly.com.

(Cici and I wonder what Dogfriendly’s criteria is… there are some other cities that should be on this list… and other inns that are truly dog welcoming not just dog tolerant)…

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California

Carmel

Carmel City Beach   Carmel, CA

Cypress Inn   Carmel, CA

PortaBella   Carmel, CA

Lake Tahoe

The Village At Squaw Valley   Olympic Valley, CA

Los Angeles

Runyon Canyon Park   Los Angeles, CA

Mendocino

Stanford Inn by the Sea and Spa   Mendocino, CA

Napa Valley

Old Faithful Geyser   Calistoga, CA

Orange County Beaches

Huntington Dog Beach   Huntington Beach, CA

Fashion Island Mall   Newport Beach, CA

Fun Zone Boat Tours   Newport Beach, CA

Placerville – Highway 50 Corridor

High Hill Ranch   Placerville, CA

Sacramento

Old Sacramento Historic Area   Sacramento, CA

San Diego

Otay Ranch Town Center   Chula Vista, CA

Loews Coronado Bay Resort   Coronado, CA

San Diego Dog Beach   Ocean Beach, CA

San Francisco

Baker Beach   San Francisco, CA

San Jose

Santana Row   San Jose, CA

Solvang

Solvang Village   Solvang, CA

Sonoma Wine Country

Russian River Adventures Canoe Rentals   Healdsburg, CA

Yosemite

Yosemite National Park   Yosemite National Park, CA

http://www.dogfriendly.com/server/travel/guides/lists/top200US.shtml

Hotels, Inns and Resorts on DogFriendly.com’s Top 200 List:

Westward Look Resort: Tucson, Ariz.

Cypress Inn:   Carmel, Calif.

Stanford Inn by the Sea and Spa: Mendocino, Calif.

Loews Coronado Bay Resort: Coronado, Calif.

Dog Bark Park Inn: Cottonwood, Idaho

Paris Las Vegas: Las Vegas

(Vegas is not that pet friendly according to Cici and me… more dog tolerant and only if the dog is under 50 pounds)…

PetStay Luxury rooms come with a welcome treat and a dog food/water bowl. Guests traveling with their dog will be asked to fill out a waiver form accepting responsibility for any damage and/or cleaning charges that may be incurred. Up to 2 dogs per room are permitted and each dog must weigh less than 50 pounds.

http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/lifestyle/2013/05/dog-friendliest-destinations-in-the-u-s-and-canada/

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May 2, 2013 · 3:59 pm

SLO has gone to the dogs…

Cici got to travel on a Tiki tour boat and see/hear the sea otters, seals and seal lions in Morro Bay.  She kept looking around and sniffing for fish.

And we met a chi-wow-wow named Lillie who out-diva’d my polka dot princess.  Seriously this tiny pup has x-ray eyes, follows her guardian man Leslie wherever he goes and does not stop shaking until he comes back to her. Then she sat on my chest and went into Zen meditation mode. What a cutie, am missing her already.  (me and Lillie and her dad Leslie at Thomas Organics restaurant in Paso Robles).

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Emma, some kind of heeler, herder puppy, two years old, with a black eye, Cici and Emma had some fun together playing, jawing, wrestling, running around on the beach.

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April, an adorable Beagle mix, also white but with some brindle/brown markings. Cici and April chased one another, too.  Here are most of the dogs walking with Robyn.

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Zoe, the Saluki, kind of kept to herself (I think she is kind of scared of other dogs) and she is a lapdog.

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and Demi (who I keep wanting to call Murphy), a Heinz 57 type of gal with her mom Deb at the Ecluse Winery (Deb took all of these photos except the Saluki).

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can you imagine a more diverse group of dogs???

 

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All of the dogs are female and they and their owners/guardians and I went on a press trip (very intense) for three days and two nights to San Luis Obispo county (seven cities in three days)… whew !!!     (Cambria, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, San Simeon, San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles).   www.visitSanLuisObispoCounty.com

will be writing more about the FUN we had and the dog friendly places we met along the way in future blog posts including one for  Mama’s Day which is coming up May 12.

All of the dogs also got to meet some white Labs and a blind dog named Toby at the Ecluse winery in Paso Robles.

A great time was had by ALL…lots of divine food, wine and treats and s’mores at Grover Beach…

well except for one day…  every dog has her day…

Cici’s terrible horrible no good very bad day…

well, you know that Cici has three nemesis, right…

1. cats

2. bull dogs

3. skateboards (and scooters)

all three of the above make her freak out… bark and act like she is having a canine melt down…

and guess what happened to my girl?

she met all three of her nemesis in ONE day… and she flipped out….

otherwise, we all had tons of fun…

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April 17, 2013 · 1:50 pm

Family vacation in the UK

Guest blog post by Ariane Franke

We are a large family of two adults, two children, two dogs and two cats and if we can do things as a family then we will usually do so.  One thing we have yet to achieve is to holiday as a family.  The cats have never really seemed that bothered about being left behind in a luxury cattery but the dogs have never enjoyed the kennels and we have had many a sulking dog post holiday.  We decided last year to attempt a proper family holiday (minus the cats who just didn’t care).

Our first decision was should we go abroad or stay more local in the UK.  While obtaining a pet passport seemed relatively simple, we decided to try and keep costs down and stay in the UK.  We thought we would look at going down towards Cornwall way having never been there before but knowing it was beautiful.  Our friends had told us that it was an ideal place to go with children and dogs, plenty of long walks and lots of fresh air to wear the lot of them out.

We looked at staying in a suitable pet hotel and did find a few chains online as well as small private hotels that welcomed dogs for a small refundable deposit and a small daily/weekly charge.   Whilst the hotels all looked lovely we decided to stay in a dog friendly cottage which meant that we could come and go as we pleased and not worry about disturbing other guests with our loud family.

When packing for the holiday I hadn’t anticipated how many extra things I would need when including dogs on the holiday.  I had to pack a week’s supply of dog food, suitable dog bedding and covers for their furniture in case my dogs got a bit over comfy on it, their favourite toys and even their water and food bowls in case the cottage did not have any to lend us.  I also had to source a suitable dog bed to go in the boot of the car and a dog gate in the car to ensure they did not leap over the back seats on the journey down.

Despite the added stress and baggage I can safely say it was a great holiday, one which was enjoyed by everyone and one we would take again.  Children and dogs were completely exhausted by the end of every day and the journey home was the quietest and sleepiest one I have ever known.

http://www.allaboutcornwall.com/Dog_Friendly_Cornwall/Dog_Friendly_Beaches_Cornwall.html

http://www.allaboutcornwall.com/Dog_Friendly_Cornwall/Cornwall_Dog_Guide.html

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http://www.thecornishcoast.co.uk/

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April 11, 2013 · 7:55 pm

National Pet Road Trip to Carmel Day

Now today  is National Pet Day… and Fodor has a few puppy approved road trips…everyone run don’t walk to Carmel, the pet friendliest city in the USA… (see below)

http://www.fodors.com/news/national-pet-day-puppyapproved-road-trips-6666.html

There should be a National Pet Road Trip to Carmel Day when all the puppies who want to hit the highway…  or a National Pit Bull Road Trip to Carmel Day when all of the pit bulls who want to hit the road, Jack.

pet friendly places to stay in Carmel

http://celiasue.com/2008/11/14/happy-tails-to-you-when-we-meet-in-carmel/

Speaking of pit bulls, it is because Maryland made the erroneous decision against pit bulls that they LOST the pet friendliest city award from Ge Pet Friendly’s contest… and Carmel WON… although I have to say that Carmel beach is not all that pit bull friendly, at least some of the people there, and neither is Monterey, but at least there is no Breed Specific Legislation bans on the books… just dirty looks and uppity kooks… anyhow, am glad that Carmel got a lot of PR in the local newspapers and TV, and on Facebook… for being pit bull friendly so now they absolutely have to LIVE UP TO IT.

am glad to see that some pit bull rescue organizations including Villalobos are being given donations due to this contest and that pit bull awareness was raised.

From go pet friendly:

Congratulations Carmel, California – you’ve been voted 2013′s Best City for Pet Travelers by GoPetFriendly.com’s readers, pet travelers, fans of your city, and pet lovers in general from around the country! We know you’ll carry your title proudly and continue to make Carmel a wonderful destination for pet travelers.

With Annapolis sporting a comfortable advantage, the tournament was turned completely on its ear when the Maryland legislature was unable to pass a law on Monday that would supersede a court decision declaring pit bulls “inherently dangerous” in the state. Now the dedicated Carmel enthusiasts were joined by passionate dog lovers across the nation on a mission to ensure that a city which is subject to the discriminatory laws imposed by its state wasn’t named the 2013 Best City for Pet Travelers. That combination propelled Carmel to the victory.

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Though Annapolis does not impose a breed ban, the state of Maryland considers pit bulls “inherently dangerous” and that has forced many people to surrender their beloved pets. The pleas to end BSL were overwhelming.

What we need to remember is that the people of Annapolis did not vote for this and they don’t want it either. The people of Maryland do not need our disdain or our lectures on the evils of breed discrimination – they need our help!

let’s help make a difference in Maryland!

State House, Annapolis, Maryland
(410) 974-3901   1-800-811-8336 (toll free)
tdd: (410) 333-309

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Sadie the Wonder Pup worked hard to make this victory happen…

The following animal welfare organizations will receive the benefit of Sadie’s vision and hard work:

Lab Rescue LRCP
Salinas Animal Services
The SPCA for Monterey County/ Monterey SPCA Wag N’ Walk 2013
Animal Friends Rescue Project
SOL (Sharing Our Love) Foundation
Rowdy to the Rescue
Best Friends Animal Society
Villalobos Rescue Center
Peace of Mind Dog Rescue
Doris Day Animal Foundation (DDAF)
The Animal Orphanage of Voorhees
Second Chance Rescue

Pit Sisters

Fresno Bully Rescue

Mended Hearts Rescue

http://gopetfriendlyblog.com/carmel-wins-gopetfriendly-coms-2013-best-city-for-pet-travelers/

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Where can a pit bull eat lunch safely and comfortably next to family? Well, in Carmel, of course!   (Sonja Torres and her pup Luna)

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March 11, 2013 · 12:25 pm

Doggone Spring Break 2013

Our pet policy here at Have Dog Blog will Travel is that we will feature places we like that have Dogitude, (go above and beyond to welcome dogs and their people) and even places we have never been if they allow ALL breeds of dogs, do not restrict pets based upon weight nor size, do not charge enormous pet fees, and are generally pet friendly and dog tolerant (although we prefer places that really welcome pets with big open arms and hearts).  If your venue does NOT allow dogs like my Cici, then naturally we prefer that you find another blogger to write about your place. Thank you.

Five hotels in New Mexico in three cities that are

pet-friendly and have custom pet-friendly packages and amenities. Note:  The ONLY hotel in Santa Fe that does NOT restrict based upon weight is the St. Francis and we applaud them for that. The other two hotels accept dogs up to 50 pounds. What happens after 50 pounds? Do the dogs woof more, shed more, become a nuisance, are real dogs?  We do not get it, but let it slide since these two hotels would allow Cici to visit. However, for our friends with dogs that weigh 60, 75 , 100 or 150 pounds, we do not condone this nonsense and suggest that you let the hotels know and go stay at the St. Francis.

Nativo Lodge in Albuquerque:

http://www.nativolodge.com/special-pkg/albuquerque-pet-friendly-pkg.aspx

Hotel Chimayo de Santa Fe:

http://www.hotelchimayo.com/special-pkg/santa-fe-pet-pkg.aspx

Lodge at Santa Fe:

http://www.lodgeatsantafe.com/special-pkg/santa-fe-pet-pkg.aspx

Hotel St. Francis in Santa Fe:

http://www.hotelstfrancis.com/santa-fe-pet-hotel.aspx

Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces:

http://www.hotelencanto.com/special-pkg/las-cruces-pet-pkg.aspx

 Oregon

Lincoln City OR has a reputation for being a pet friendly place to visit. From lodging options, to activities, Lincoln City has a lot to offer travelers and their furry companions.

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Check out pet resources here:

http://www.oregoncoast.org/pets/

A few hotels in Lincoln City that offer pet friendly options:

http://www.lookingglass-inn.com/Dog_Friendly.html

http://www.thecoholodge.com/packages.html

http://www.theshearwaterinn.com/Dog_Friendly.html

More Lincoln City, Oregon info… Cici and I LOVED staying at the Capt. Cook Inn when we were there… it was a small motel, with LOTS of pet friendliness, privacy, clean and quiet at a very affordable price. We felt welcomed, it was charming and truly nice people in the midst of a very busy city. A hidden treasure.

THINGS TO DO

http://www.captaincookinn.com/Things-To-Do.html

http://www.oregoncoast.org/pets/

Other pet friendly hotels along the Oregon Coast…

http://www.oregoncoast101.com/lodging/pets.html

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 Washington

The Woodmark Hotel is located on the shores of Lake Washington in Kirkland, Wash. The Woodmark Hotel is dedicated to providing all guests with a home away from home, which for many means travelling with their faithful canine companions.

Amenities for four-legged travelers are available upon request, and are offered free of charge. The shoreline paths, nearby city parks and beautiful scenery are perfect for a leisurely dog walk or invigorating run, ensuring a restful night sleep for all. The Woodmark provides everything needed to pamper pups with complimentary use of a cushy pet bed, food and water dishes, plus Woody’s walking map, bottled water, leash, tennis ball and doggy biscuits. Simply request a pet friendly stay upon booking and all the items will be waiting in-room.

First to welcome two- and four-legged travelers to the property is Woody Mae, a black Labrador retriever and the hotel’s “Director of Barketing.” In June through September, Woody Mae also hosts Yappier Hour on the Beach Café lawn, where pups and their people can enjoy the lake views, warm weather and a cocktail.

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The Woodmark requires no additional fees to travelers with pets. For more information about The Woodmark’s pet policy, go to… http://www.thewoodmark.com/seattle-pet-friendly-hotel.php

New York and DC 

Pet-friendly Affinia Hotels, has properties in NYC and D.C. The boutique hotel collection caters to man’s best friend with Happy Tails which includes:

  • Good Karma Rope ToysTM by Jax & Bones for the pup to chew, play, tug, or fetch
  • Plush, eco-friendly dog beds by Jax & Bones
  • Delish dog treats by Dylan’s Candy Bar
  • Food and water bowls (offered in deep and shallow depths)

Additionally, extra services can be arranged including pet psychic, grooming, walking/pet-sitting services, and much more.  Some Affinia hotels even go above and beyond:

·        The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel in Washington, DC invites your pup to enjoy their famed restaurant, Art and Soul, established by celebrity Chef Art Smith, where Fido can crack open a “Bowser Beer” (a non-alcoholic canine brew), enjoy a “Hungry Dawg” six ounce grilled steak and linger on a “Raw Deal” frozen dog bone. All of these items are on the restaurant’s Pooch Patio menu:  http://www.artandsouldc.com/images/Puppy_menu.pdf.

·        Affinia Manhattan is an official host hotel of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, and was the home to the Best of Show winner for two years in a row!

·        TripAdvisor rated Affinia Dumont, located in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood, as the number one pet hotel for the second year in a row.

There is a $25 surcharge per stay.

More about dog friendly NYC and Wash DC

http://celiasue.com/2011/03/02/spring-break-for-bicoastal-pets/

http://celiasue.com/2012/04/02/spring-break-dog/

 

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March 9, 2013 · 2:25 pm

Pet friendly Spring Break 2013

 Travel trends for Spring Break 2013

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/spring-break-2013-travel-trends_n_2792134.html

Most popular dates for spring break 2013

March 9 – March 16

March 16 – March 23

March 23 – March 30

Just a reminder that Cici and I have NOT visited nor rated any of the hotels below so we cannot vouch for them and they are not rated for dogitude.

What can you do with your pooch if you CAN’T take them with you on your Spring Break trip?

DogVacay may be an option. It is a community that offers dog owners a way to travel while leaving their pooch at home with a qualified host, starting at $15/night.

With hosts across the U.S. and Canada, you can also bring your dog with you

on vacation and have him stay nearby if your hotel doesn’t allow pets.

HomeExchange.com, is a home exchange service that offers an alternative to high priced hotels.

You can stay in a dog friendly home with a pool, game room and an amazing kitchen.

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Arizona

Hidden Meadow Ranch, which is located in the White Mountains of northeastern Arizona offers

dog-friendly accommodations. In addition, this March kids 11 and under stay, play and eat for free.

Three of the Ranch’s luxurious 900-square-foot cabins, Squash Blossom,

Trail’s End & Blue Quill, are available to pets and have an attached dog

run. The Ranch offers an enclosed space on the property where dogs can

run freely. Each cabin comes with a food and water bowl along with a pet

bed.  There is a $20 per night pet fee. Guests can take their pets on a hike

or even swimming in the nearby trout ponds.

General Manager Jane Lenci who lives at the property and has several dogs of

her own says it’s a welcome sight when a visitor brings their pet.

For more information on Hidden Meadow Ranch or to make reservations, please

visit www.hiddenmeadow.com or call (928) 333-1000.

California

About Tri-Valley

Tri-Valley is the towns of Danville and the cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton and San Ramon and its three valleys (Amador, Livermore and San Ramon).

Pet friendly hotels in the Livermore Valley

Laquinta

http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ6136&propId=6136

http://www.localgetaways.com/2010/08/a-visit-to-tri-valley/

Pet-friendly wineries in the Tri-Valley Region

The Tri-Valley region is not only a great destination for man, woman and child, but also for man’s best friend. More than 20 wineries in the Livermore Valley are pet-friendly and welcome a visit by these four-legged friends.

Here is a list of the pet-friendly wineries.

Big White House

Well-mannered dogs on leash allowed in tasting room.

Boaventura Winery

Dogs welcome in the tasting room on a leash.

Bodegas Aguirre Winery

Well-behaved dogs on leash welcome on outside patio.

Brent Creek

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on outside patio.

Cedar Mountain

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.

Charles R. Vineyard

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.

Concannon

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.

Crooked Vine and Stony Ridge

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.

Eagle Ridge Vineyard

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome in the tasting room and on the outside patio.

El Sol

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on outside patio.

Fenestra Winery

Dogs welcome in the picnic areas on a leash.

Garre Vineyard and Winery

Dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.

John Christopher Cellars

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio and in the tasting room!

La Rochelle Winery

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.

August 4, 2013 is Dog Day in August with a patio tasting!

Las Positas Winery

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.

Les Chenes Estate Vineyards

Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.

Page Mill Winery

Dogs welcome outside on patio on leash.

Red Feather Winery

Dogs welcome outside on the patio on leash.

Retzlaff Winery 

Dogs welcome in picnic areas on leash.

Valor Winery

Well-mannered dogs allowed in the tasting room and on the outside patio.

Wente

Dogs allowed on patio on a leash.

To learn more about these wineries, visit www.VisitTriValley.com.

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 Colorado

The Westin Riverfront Beaver Creek offer complimentary Westin Heavenly Dog Beds and bowls to all guests and no extra pet fees. There is an amazing 40-mile trail right outside the hotel that runs along the Eagle River.

http://www.westinriverfrontbeavercreek.com/pet-friendly-hotel

For Spring Breakers, offer direct gondola access to Beaver Creek, plus you can enjoy tubing, ice skating, Nordic skiing. It’s perfect for an active vacation!!

Spring break deals, include Stay 2 Weekend Nights and Get a 3rd Weekend Night Free:

http://deals.westin.com/Westin-Riverfront-Avon-Beaver-Creek-Resort-1958/so.htm?ES=LPS_ALLOFFERS_SOP_WI_1958_WEST

Lodge & Spa at Breckenridge: http://thelodgeandspaatbreck.com/

Pet policy: The Lodge and Spa at Breckenridge allows up to two dogs of any size for $20 per night.

Packages: spring break starting at $169/night for four-night stays

Breckenridge pet-friendly 

Made-in-Breck dog treats: Your pooch will be showered with treat love upon check-in, but to stock the reserves, head to The Bond at Breck (http://www.thebondatbreck.com/) for all-natural, locally-made goodies for your dog.

Carter Park Dog Park: If you don’t get your outdoor fill on the trails at the Lodge & Spa, head to the local dog park (http://www.townofbreckenridge.com/index.aspx?page=1057) for a meetup with other local owners. There’s plenty of room to run and play at this free, off-leash space.

Goochi Poochi: From fashionable pet purses and collars to basics such as beds and bowls, this downtown boutique offers unique accessories for dogs. http://www.mypetcessories.com

Pet-friendly Antlers at Vail, a reasonably priced condominium hotel is a perfect option for spring break skiers. Here’s a link to Antlers’ pet-friendly policies page: http://www.antlersvail.com/amenities/pet-friendly/ 

There’s always a well-stocked bowl of dog biscuits in the front lobby to help canines feel at home the minute they arrive. “We recognize that many people consider their dogs to be full-fledged members of the family,” says general manager Rob LeVine, owner of Miley, a 3-year-old Australian Sheepdog. “We offer dedicated rooms just for pet owners, and our staff is always happy to recommend canine-friendly activities in the area.”

The Antlers at Vail is the “Official Dog Friendly Lodging Partner” of the GoPro Summer Mountain Games (formerly the Teva Mountain Games), June 6-9. This year they’re offering an unusual special that actually makes it cheaper to stay with your dog. During the GoPro Games, instead of charging their usual $15 pet fee, they’ll reduce your room rate by $15 if you bring your dog!

 

 

 

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February 28, 2013 · 6:09 pm

Pet friendly Colorado Springs

Guest blog post by John, the founder of EzyDog. He is an outdoor enthusiast, and an even bigger dog enthusiast.

Note: if you have a pit bull type/mixed breed, please be aware that although pit bulls are not banned in Colorado Springs, they are in Denver, and other nearby cities. Colorado Springs is about an hour south of Denver on I-25. There seems to be some prejudice against the dogs and also an underground of “illegal” dogs from Denver. Be aware and keep your dogs safe at all times.

Here are some dog-friendly spots in outdoorsy, beautiful Colorado Springs—home of the gorgeous Garden of the Gods, spectacular mountain views, and, as you might have guessed, dog-friendly patios, hiking trips, and even puppy pool parties (we’ll get back to this one in a moment).

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If you’re planning a vacation (or a move) to Colorado Springs, here are some of our team’s dog’s favorite spots—to stay, to play, and to relax.

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Our absolute favorite area hotel is, of course, The Broadmoor, with its perfectly manicured gardens, sunny patio spaces, and really tasty (though pricey) cocktails. Luckily, the Broadmoor is pet-friendly—allowing you up to two pets per room at $50 per pet per night.  Note: seems like a very steep pet fee, so Cici and I would consider this more of a dog tolerant hotel rather than a pet friendly one, just because of the pet fee…

The Broadmoor also offers things like gourmet food and treats and special bedding and bowls. And prices per room start around $175.

There are also Hilton hotels for about $90 a night.

Drury Inn Pikes Peak is about $60 a night.

More pet friendly Colorado Springs hotels and attractions…

If you are traveling on a tighter budget, consider renting an apartment through a site like Airbnb. Often even if the ad says no-dogs, people will make exceptions for well-behaved animals (one of our team members has a 75% success rate in asking for exceptions; she recommends sending emails to a handful of great spaces and seeing what opportunities arise, particularly if your dog is a Canine Good Citizen or is therapy trained).

Dog-friendly eating

Our absolute favorite dog-friendly place to eat is the big, sunny patio over at Nosh. It’s a wine and tapas bar located in the heart of downtown and its patio is decidedly dog friendly. In fact, during the summer, Nosh encourages dog owners to gather on Sundays for a puppy pool party complete with water dishes, kiddie pools, and goodie bags full of treats.

If your dog is a social creature, it’s really the perfect outing.

(It’s always a good idea to check with Nosh about the days and times for their puppy pool parties, as they can vary from summer to summer.)

While Nosh is our favorite, there are plenty of other dog-friendly patio options around too—like Ted’s Montana Grill, Champps, and Pizzeria Rustica—so you won’t run out of new places to eat with your fuzzy friends in tow.

More pet friendly dining choices…

Parks and the great outdoors

In addition to the famed Garden of the Gods, which allows leashed dogs in the park and on the restaurant patio, there are a number of parks, trails, and camping areas available for you to get outside and enjoy the wild beauty of the Rocky Mountains.

Here are just a few options (we haven’t been to these specific spaces, but we’ve heard great things through the grapevine): Red Rock Canyon (spaces for both on- and off-leash dogs), Seven Falls, Bear Creek Dog Park (we’ve heard this called the best dog park in the country landscape-wise, but we’ve also heard tell of some aggressive dogs there, so be careful).

Dog parks

A big thanks to Celia Sue for letting us guest post here. We hope this information is useful and that you have an amazing time exploring Colorado Springs with your four-legged family members.

About the author/bio

John Hatcher is a dog lover, outdoor enthusiast, and world traveler. In 2003, he started EzyDog—a company that makes products for active dogs and their owners. He lives in Sandpoint, Idaho with his wife and Vizsla mix and spends as much time outside as possible.

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February 27, 2013 · 12:43 pm

Very Important Pets

Vacationers traveling to Orlando no longer have to leave their beloved Fifi or Fido behind. Rosen Hotels & Resorts is now offering a VIP ̶ Very Important Pet ̶ package that enables guests to bring their family pet with them on vacation at no extra charge. The VIP Package is available at all four of Rosen Hotels & Resorts’ value-priced, AAA Three Diamond properties, including the Quality Inn International,  Rosen Inn closest to Universal, Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando and Clarion Inn Lake Buena Vista (LBV).
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Not only will guests save the money they would have spent boarding their pet in a kennel, but they’ll also enjoy the following perks when they book the VIP package now through Dec. 31, 2013:

  • Customary pet fee of an additional $15 per night waived as part of this package.
  • Complimentary American breakfast buffet for two each morning.
  • “Pet Welcome Kit,” which includes a pet feeding bowl, dog or cat treats, eco-friendly “relief” bags, a “Pet in Room” door hanger and an ID collar to be worn by the pet throughout the stay.
  • Complimentary internet/WiFi in guest rooms and public areas.
  • Complimentary daily scheduled transportation to Universal Orlando®, SeaWorld Orlando®, Aquatica® and Wet ‘n Wild Orlando® (reservations required). The Clarion Inn LBV also provides complimentary shuttle service to Walt Disney World® theme parks.
  • Complimentary parking.
  • Deluxe accommodations with two double beds, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and electronic safe.
  • Kids Eat FREE Program (children 9 and under eat free with each paying adult)
  • Kids stay FREE.

Pets must weigh less than 50 pounds, be put on a leash and supervised at all times when outside the guest room.

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One of the newly renovated rooms at Quality Inn International

To view the complete pet policy, visit  www.orlandohotels4less.com.

 

To book online or for more details, visit www.orlandohotels4less.com or call 800-999-7300 and ask for the Very Important Pet package. This special package rate is based on double occupancy and does not include tax.

The three International Drive properties offer guests complimentary scheduled shuttle service to Universal Orlando®, SeaWorld Orlando®, Aquatica® and Wet ‘n Wild Orlando® (reservations required). The I-Ride Trolley stops in front of each hotel, providing low-cost transportation to more than 75 stops in the International Drive attractions area. The three hotels are conveniently located off I-4, on International Drive, in the heart of the attractions area and just 12-15 minutes from Orlando International Airport.

Only service dogs can get into the attractions (seeing eye, etc…)
There is a dog park on Apopka Vineland at Dr. Phillips park within 3 miles, also there is a dog beach one hour away at Ponce-Inlet (south of Daytona Beach near the lighthouse). A great place to eat at is Yellow Dog Eats Café where doggies are welcome, and the hotel’s Bar & Grille has outdoor seating where Fido can sit with his best friend.

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