Getting that urge to go somewhere but feeling a little unsure or even guilty about leaving Fido or Pom- Pom behind. Well worry no more, now you and your pet can get out there together and really stretch your paws! There are many paw-some pet friendly resorts all around the country that offer wonderful accommodations for you, your family and those furry family members with paws!
Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels and even campgrounds are starting to go above and beyond offering training classes, multiple pet play areas, even spa treatments that will be sure to leave your pampered pooch’s tail wagging and they haven’t forgotten about cats, they will have a purr-fectly good time as well! Here are some great picks around the country that you and your pet are sure to love! Let’s start on the east coast and then head west.
Where: West Rutland, Vt.
This place is definitely all the bark! The Paw house is crazy for canines, so much that if you check in without your furry companion you are charged an extra fee. Dogs are sure to have a bark-tacular, tail wagging time here with multiple play areas, dog walk/hiking trails, access to Paw House Park, training classes and more. No bones about it, this bed and breakfast has everything to ensure a great stay for you and your pet.
Where: New York, N.Y.
This is the Purr-fect place for your finicky feline! This place is crazy for kitties, so much they even have their own resident concierge…four legged of course! Matilda the hotel’s resident cat will be sure to greet you and your kitty making both feel right at home. She is the most gracious of hosts and having free roam of the hotel’s lobby; she is sure to keep the mice away and things in tip top shape! With Matilda in charge, your feline is sure to get top notch treatment at this wonderful pet friendly resort.
Where: Miami, Fla.
Have your dog feel like Versace when they stay in style with very posh comfy beds complete with a lounging robe and of course a collar made of crystal at this swanky pet friendly resort. Since you’re in Miami have your pet play hard with doggie play and training sessions provided, you’ll have a beach bod dog in no time with these professionals!
Where: Beaver Creek, Colo.
For those of you who really want to pamper your pet, the Ritz Carlton in Colorado will have them feeling like royalty in no time. Pets can enjoy in room massages, their own comfy cushy beds complete with turn down service and a liver treat to seal the deal. Whether your pet is the outdoorsy type or the type that prefers to relax on the sideline and just watch the action the Ritz has it all. Animal oriented hikes and plenty of play areas are provided to make this a great stay for you and your pet. All proceeds from pet fees go to the ASCPA.
Where: Scottsdale, Ariz.
Not only is this pet friendly resort great for dogs, so much they have a dog for a pet ambassador, but they are crazy about cats too! That’s right…frisky felines are welcomed with open paws and those paws are ready to purr-fectly pamper any kitty with toys, info on pet –friendly areas around, and plenty of purrsonal attention. Pets are provided with their own food bowls and comfy beds to rest their weary paws. This resort is top class and a great escape to enjoy, relax, and have fun for both you and your furry friend.
Where: Raymond Vineyards in Napa Valley, Calif.
Napa Valley’s first dog winery was founded with the belief that people and their pets should be able to enjoy the great taste of wine and the beauty of Napa together. Wines for dogs say what! That’s right; as you enjoy a great bottle of the finest wine your pet can be lapping it up as well, right next to you! Ok not really, but as you sip a great Chardonnay your furry counterpart gets to enjoy their own outdoor shady dog suite and a wine barrel bed for added comfort. You and your pet can take in the breath taking scenery of beautiful wine country, take advantage of the expansive play area or take a stroll and enjoy the unique canine paintings that adorn the walls of this charming winery. This winery gives you and your pet true star treatment.
Where: San Diego, Calif.
Whoa dude, check it out! Fido and you can catch a wave at this totally paw-some dog friendly resort that just so happens to be the place where the Loews Surf Dog Competition is held. Your pooch can hang 10 with the best of them and receive some rad treatment like surfing classes that come with surfing outfit and a surf ‘n’ turf dinner. This hotel will give your four pawed Kahuna the pro treatment with awesome pet packages, meals, room service and many more amenities that will have their wet tails wagging.
Where: Portland, Ore.
The Hotel Monaco is all the bark, that’s right this pet friendly resort offers your pet the star treatment. Pets are welcomed with delicious treats and of course a personalized sign to show which pooch is pooch. But that is only the beginning, pets can enjoy many amenities here including comfortable lodging, turn down service, an onsite pet psychic and dog friendly wine tasting hours where even pets get to experience different micro brews.
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