Pets On Holiday
Dogs allowed at many cottages
Pets and holidays....
Pets are part of the family,so what do you do about them when you head off for your holiday or vacation? Think about your pet's needs and ability to handle change; and plan well in advance. Good carers for pets get booked up fast.
Consider your own pet when planning your travel arrangements. Some animals travel better than others. If your pet gets car sick, your vet may be able to help. Put your pet's needs first above your own wishes.
Your options include:
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Arranging for friends, family or neighbours to come and live in with your pets or just pop in as required
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Enlisting the services of a company providing a pet sitter, such as Homesitters or people who provide a "popping in" service to look after pets - check references
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Putting your pets in kennels, catteries or “hotels” created for animals. Plan ahead - they get booked up. Visit first before booking.
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Taking your pets with you! |
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Many places take pets - you just need to hunt them out! For dog owners, this means that you can keep up your daily walkies and have the joy of watching your dog explore pastures new and sniff out lovely new smells.
Forest of Dean Family holiday
Bring
your horses & dogs with you, and take in the stunning scenery.
There are stables for the horses & dogs, and lots of cycling &
walking to do. Secluded, peaceful - go for a weekend break or longer.
It looks absolutely wonderfu! Bed & breakfast. More...Hadrians Wall, Cumbria
Well
behaved dogs are welcome on this working farm in just beautiful scenery
in Cumbria. They are right on Hadrians Wall National Trail & a
cycling trail, so lots for you and you dog to explore. More...
Woof, woof!
Take
your dog off to Cairngorm Bed & Breakfast where they will be plenty
to occupy you both, including hill walking, bird watching, and more.
Horses Welcome!
This
is a wonderful idea, set up by the British Horse Society Scotland (and
spreading into north England and further south), of places where horses
are welcome. Take your horse on holiday and enjoy some great new
riding, while confident that the B & B for your horse will be to a
good standard. You can practically wake up in the morning - and see
your own horse or pony outside! Members of Horses Welcome have been
assessed by the British Horse Society to ensure that stabling, grazing
& facilities for horses are safe and to the required standard.
Plus the site has ideas of some great rides for you and your horse to enjoy! Visit Horses Welcome! Helpful Holidays have a number of holiday cottages in the West Country and many take well behaved pets.Their
search facility means you can track down properties with facilities
such as an enclosed garden, wheelchair facilities, easy access to a
railway station, be near a sandy beach, have a property with a piano,
be near a pub, have smoking facilities, outstanding views etc. Order a brochure or view on line. You can search by their map of Devon and Cornwall showing where their properties are located Tailwagging Holidays with Hoseasons extend to boating holidays! Lots for your dog to explore, with tons of sniffing to do along the canal paths, water to cool off in and friends to make. He won't want to go home. (Pet lifejackets are strongly recommended and you may be able to pre-order them from the boatyard prior to departure.) Scottish Lochs, canals & rivers and the Norfolk Broads to explore in the UK.
Country Cottages galore are available with Hoseasons and many accept well behaved pets. There's an easy to use search facility to find somewhere fab to stay in England, Wales or Scotland. Or may be you'd prefer a lodge to stay in? Lots of special deals for May 2009 holiday time, so check out your options quickly.
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Hoseasons also have many villas for you and your pooch to enjoy. In France, Provence, the Loire and Burgundy, the Atlantic Coast, Normandy and Brittany, the Dordogne and Lot are just a few examples of places where you and your dog can enjoy special quality time together. |
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Want to take your pet abroad?
Check out the Pets’ Passport requirements early - there is a long lead time before your pet can travel, and much to be done.
If you live abroad and need to return back home, or move elsewhere, consider how long it will take to have the necessary paperwork and vet's work done before you can travel with your pet. Many British who have been living in Spain and who have had to return to the UK to live, have underestimated the time it takes to sort out their pet's passport. The consequences often make sad reading for pet and owner, so take action and be prepared for any eventuality. |
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Please...
- Always consult with your GP before starting any new form of exercise
- Note that animals are unpredictable - and they may not always want to be seen or found. We cannot guarantee how close you may or may not get to animals in specific programmes - common sense must prevail.
- WASH YOUR HANDS after touching animals BEFORE eating or snacking. (It could be a good idea to take some antiseptic wipes or handwash with you, just in case loo facilities don't provide soap.) Do not let children put their fingers into their mouths or suck thumbs after touching animals - it's common sense!
- The amount of contact you can have with animals varies from one place to another & one animal to another. Common sense must prevail.
- Before you visit places, check that there are no current regulations/conditions which could mean that they are closed. Also check for opening hours.
- Take your rubbish home with you, at animals' requests
- Note our disclaimer - we cannot be held responsible for any injury, damage or otherwise to you or any third party as a result of your taking part in any activities on this site.
- Note that we do not sell products or provide voluntary opportunities. Any product or service you may purchase is subject to the terms & conditions, disclaimers & policies of the companies selling them. We are simply referring you on & raising your awareness that such opportunities exist
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