Travel
Pack your bags! Animal
Wellness presents our
Top Ten Getaway Ideas
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HEAD TO THE BEACH
Sun, surf and sand…they’re
as much fun for your canine companion
as they are for you! Most dogs love to
splash in the waves, play in the sand,
or race along the shore after a ball or
stick. Sharing a day at the beach with
your dog makes everything twice as enjoyable,
and the quality time you spend together
strengthens your bond of love and friendship.
Not all beaches allow dogs, so do your
homework before bundling Rover into the
car along with the towels, sunscreen,
and picnic cooler. There are currently
over 200 dog-friendly beaches in the U.S.
and Canada, and they can be found in just
about every region, from California and
British Columbia on the west coast to
New York and Florida in the east. Among
the most popular is Dog Beach, a sandy
stretch located at the north end of Ocean
Beach in San Diego, where beach-loving
canines are allowed to run off-leash from
dawn till dusk.
Remember that even the most dog-friendly
beaches have regulations. Some allow pooches
to run free, while others require leashing.
Others may only allow dogs during certain
hours of the day, and virtually all of
them request that you pick up after your
dog.
If you’re looking for more than
just a day-long adventure, book into a
pet-friendly seaside resort. Cayucos Beach
Inn (www.cayucosbeachinn.com),
for instance, located in Cayucos, California,
is just one block from the beach and also
includes areas for both walking and washing
your dog. Seabrook Exclusives villas,
meanwhile, on Seabrook Island in South
Carolina, offers more than three miles
of unscathed beaches and lush forest (www.seabrookexclusives.com)
– a virtual paradise for dogs and
their humans.
No matter where you go, remember to pack
your natural flea repellent, and use it
throughout the day.
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PAINT THE TOWN
Is Fido a city slicker? If so, there’s
a growing number of pet-friendly communities
where you and your dog can enjoy an urban
holiday indulging in all kinds of activities,
from relaxing at a pet-friendly hotel
or savoring a meal at an outdoor restaurant,
to romping at the local dog park or shopping
for the latest fashions and accessories
at a pet boutique. Some cities even have
pet-friendly buses, subways or ferries,
so you don’t have to worry about
how to get around.
Topping the list of pet-friendly cities
is Chicago, according to www.dogfriendly.com,
an online travel resource for dog guardians.
Along with a selection of luxurious pet-friendly
hotels, cafes and bars, you and your dog
can take a carriage ride, go on a boat
cruise, or explore Navy Pier together.
North of the border, Toronto welcomes
dogs on its TTC buses, subways and streetcars,
and is also home to pet-friendly hotels
such as the Fairmont Royal York and The
Holiday Inn on King, as well as parks.
You can also visit a pioneer village,
go on a walking tour or take a ferry to
Toronto Islands Park. Also on the top
ten list of pet-friendly cities are Vancouver,
Boston, San Francisco and many others.
If your dog is sociable and well-behaved,
and enjoys the bustle and energy of city
life, an urban getaway might be just the
ticket!
For more information and pet-friendly
city guides, visit www.dogfriendly.com
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Published
in the August/September 2005 issue of
Animal Wellness
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