Accommodation
The atmosphere is warm and informal. Every morning you will be able to choose a hearty home cooked breakfast, and in the evening an informal homecooked dinner. Or you can eat in a local pub or restaurant.

There is Private parking, drying room, secure storage for bikes, box cutter, wifi, digital flatscreen TV with DVD in each bedroom. Double, twin, triple rooms, plus a family room. All en suite bedrooms are newly refurbished. Prices – approx. £72 per double or twin. Well behaved owners and their dogs are welcome to stay at the lodge and explore the area together.

http://www.eastfieldlodge.co.uk/

her owners work in call center outsourcing, and they work shifts to fit in their dog care responsibilities.

After the service we escaped to a Stratosphere hotel, something we could not have done while he was alive. But I would be very happy to trade holidays abroad for the companionship of my dog again.

Primrose the Poodle as my bridesmaid

I wish we had more restaurants in the UK where dogs are welcom: at present dog owners eating out are made to feel like pariahs as the staff barcode scanner cannot cope with welcoming a dog on the premises.

dog friendly cafe

Now a new pub/restaurant, The Commander, in Hereford Grove, is in the heart of trendy Notting Hill – London W2. It has been well known as a gastro pub but when it reopens next week there will be a dog friendly bar & restaurant, deli, market area and a butcher on-site. So after sitting down for a nice relaxing meal with your pet, you can buy some delicious sausages for the dog – in case he is hungry again by the time you get home.

I think this is an excellent development and hope other places follow suit. remember when a restaurant would ask your preference -  ‘smoking or non-smoking’? Well now the choice could be dogs or no dogs? Would-be dog owners will also get a chance to sit near some lovely well-behaved dogs and if they ask nicely they might be able to give them a tit bit.

Plenty of independent eateries understand there is nothing to prevent dogs entering restaurants, unfortunately the big chains and pubs tend to be anti-dog as a rule, citing non-existent hygiene restrictions in their defence.

It may seem like a strange idea at first, but pet friendly colleges and universities are on the increase. There are still many student accommodations that do not allow pets, but if the thought of leaving your beloved pet at home for months on end while you are at university is something you cannot accept, then you should be able to find a university or college that offers the course you want, and will let your pet stay with you.
Just about every college has the policy of disapproving of students keeping pets This is so for a number of reasons. Pets are usually considered to be smelly, noisy, and capable of biting, or scratching. Another major concern is that some students may be allergic. Also, there is the possibility that once the novelty of having the pet has worn off, and the students get busy with their academic ( and social) activities, they may neglect or abandon their pets. This would not be beneficial for other students, and certainly neither would it be beneficial for the pet.

Thankfully, many authorities are starting to realize that pets can be a great stress reliever, and that pet owners tend to be happier and more relaxed than non-pet owners. Pets can help students cope with the stress of exams and the initial feeling of homesickness at the start of term.

The Biggest Pet Friendly Colleges and Universities

The closest to being pet friendly colleges and universities as far as most are concerned, is to allow fish or small reptiles. That seems “safe” enough, doesn’t it? Naturally, guide dogs and other service animals are allowed. However, in recent years, many more colleges and universities are permitting certain animals on a trial basis. This is good news for college bound students who would prefer to head off to college with their pets.

The two major universities MIT and UCLA will allow cats that have been spayed or neutered. They also require that the animals innoculations are all up to date, and that the animal be registered with the campus housing office. Every resident on the floor has to approve the cat before it can stay there “” to avoid issues with allergies, for example.

Eckered College has special ‘pet dorms’ where cats and dogs are allowed, although they have to weigh less than 40 pounds, and again, all vaccinations have to be up to date. Stephens College will allow cats, dogs and rabbits in one of its halls, but only on the first floor, so pet friendly ‘places’ are limited.

Vassar College have had a pet friendly policy since 1971, although they operate a voting system and require that at least 75% of the residents in a dorm vote in favor of allowing pets before the dorm becomes a ‘pet dorm’.

CALTEC will allow cats in their dorms, as will the State University of New Your. The University of Pennsylvania will allow hamsters, birds, and rabbits.

As you can see, many prestigious colleges and universities will allow pets. Many more consider the possibility each year, so ask about pets when you apply, and you may find that you can take your four legged friend with you when the term starts.

Just about all pet friendly websites provide helpful information on pet friendly hotels, bed and breakfasts, and vacation rentals. These are a great asset for pet owners who wish to take their pets with them on vacation. These pet friendly websites even list the conditions under which pets are allowed in certain hotels. This helps the pet owner to plan a family vacation that includes the four-legged family members.

There are detailed pet friendly travel guides which offer lots of information on the requirements and restrictions imposed by different companies. You can access the policies and rules of a huge list of airlines and airports, and read up on veterinary certificates and microchip requirements, all from the comfort of your own home.

Reviews of Pet Care Products

If you want to stay up to date with the latest in pet care and grooming products, then again pet friendly web sites have all the information you need. You can find out about products which are available mail-order only, find stockists for specialist toys and products, and get reviews of expensive items before you lay down your hard earned cash. Everything you need for care, feeding, grooming, and transportation of your pet can be found online.

Other helpful information on pet friendly websites include resources for pet sitting in various places, and boarding kennels for pets that cannot travel with the family. In addition, many pet friendly websites provide excellent information on veterinarians, hospitals, medication, and even beauty salons for pets. Everything for the comfort and pleasure of your cherished pet is now literally just a mouse click away. There are even interactive websites which provide personalized information. This is especially beneficial for helping first time pet-owners handle any minor problems with their pets.

Pet web sites are great sources of information– you can even find guides on things such as securing your home and garden and making it more pet friendly. There are lots of seemingly innocuous items in your home that could be dangerous if ingested by a pet. Specialist pet websites offer you tips and warnings about exactly that kind of thing. If you have some stories or tips to share, or would like to learn more about your pet, then take a look for a web site devoted to your chosen animal.