| We are a nation of animal lovers, and like to | | | | amongst the most popular. The picturesque |
| think that our pets are part of our families. | | | | surroundings and miles of countryside offer |
| | | | dog owners the opportunity to enjoy the |
| For some it can be heartbreaking to have to | | | | scenery and get some exercise when walking |
| leave their dogs in kennels when they go away | | | | their dogs, before returning to relax in warm |
| on holiday. | | | | and cosy surroundings. |
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| However, there is hope for Fido and friends, | | | | In America there are a range of specialist |
| as more and more accommodations around the | | | | 'doggy day camps' where owners can enjoy some |
| country are becoming pet friendly. And for | | | | relaxation, safe in the knowledge that their |
| some holidaymakers, a large grassy area they | | | | canine companions are frolicking in acres of |
| can walk their dog on can be a more important | | | | open countryside, whilst still being under |
| factor than which movies are available in the | | | | the watchful eye of trained minders. |
| hotel room. | | | | |
| | | | Stays range from just a day to a few weeks, |
| There is no shortage of pet-friendly | | | | and owners can even have photographs of their |
| accommodations now available. Hotels and | | | | dog enjoying their holiday sent to them by |
| other accommodations are now going the extra | | | | the staff. |
| mile to cater for pets and their owners. | | | | |
| | | | If you are looking to take your pet on |
| Most hotels and holiday homes will now accept | | | | holiday, it's always best to double check |
| pets that travel with their owners; offering | | | | with your hotel or holiday cottages to find |
| walking services as well as outside hoses for | | | | out their policies on bringing pets. If you |
| cleaning muddy paws, and also a basket for | | | | are looking to travel to destinations that |
| your pet to relax after a long walk. Some | | | | are family-orientated, it's important to |
| hotels may charge a small fee to cover any | | | | check their policy on pets, some resorts and |
| food and cleaning costs. | | | | hotels are cautious when it comes to pets and |
| | | | the safety of small children. |
| Hotels in countryside areas seem to be | | | | |