Pet Safety on the Road

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I see it all the time… a driver holding a small dog in his or her lap while trying to manuever a vehicle down a busy street or on the open road. Invariably, the dog will move back and forth, and the driver will have to look around it on either side to try to watch the road. Unfortunately, I see this also with unrestrained small children. Read more

Recreational Activities with Pets

Every day, people travel with their pets. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, they are always on the go. When they are off the road, they may go to the beach, visit dog parks or just have their companions with them wherever they may be throughout the day. In their down-time, they may play Frisbee or catch with a tennis ball or some other sort of fun activity with their four-legged friend. Read more

Pet Heat Stroke Warnings

Heat stroke is a very important issue concerning your pet’s health and with the current heat wave sweeping many parts of the nation, it’s important to remember that high temperature, high humidity and poor ventilation can be a threat not only to humans but to pets as well. Temperatures can rise very quickly in a parked vehicle (even with the windows cracked).  Read more

Best Pet-Friendly RV Parks in North America (Part II)

Okay, so we didn’t get a tremendous response on your favorite pet-friendly RV parks in North America, so we’re going to try again. Perhaps we should ask for this by state? Yikes, that would be 50 separate posts, which could become rather tedious.

I do think, however, this would truly be a great list to compile. And what better source than to get the information from you, the RV experts, who have visited these places and can relate your experiences first-hand. Read more

Best Pet-Friendly RV Parks in North America

I thought it would be fun to compile a list of your favorite pet-friendly RV parks in North America. There is no right or wrong answer here, and the list will represent places you’ve visited and whether you think they are especially “pet friendly.” Read more

Pet Travel Challenges

All of us like to travel with our pets when we can. It’s no fun for them (or us) when we have to leave them behind — even for a short time. Although traveling with pets has gotten easier and more fun with all of the pet travel products available on the market, we still encounter various challenges as we trek across town or across country. Read more

RVing with pets and their unique needs

I would bet that most people who travel with pets have a canine along with them in the RV, car or plane. But there are a lot of folks who travel with their cats, birds and other pets as they head out for business or pleasure. The type of pet you travel with can have unique requirements for feeding, comfort, safety and other considerations. Birds, for example, have much more stringent travel needs than dogs. Some people would argue that cats are more difficult to travel with than dogs. Read more

Petiquette: Good campers make good neighbors

One of the best things about the Internet is the sharing of information. Remember the days when you had to hop in the car and drive to the local library to find out something about anything? Now, in the comfort of one’s home (or in your RV if you’re connected), you can let your fingers search for information on just about any topic you can think of and, presto, it’s served right to your computer screen in a matter of seconds. Talk about technological advancement!

This phenomenon presented itself to me recently when I wanted to find out about pet-friendly campgrounds. I stumbled across the RVing with Dogs website and thought it might be something worth a look to others who may have difficulty finding pet-friendly RV parks. Check out some dog-friendly campsites across the country that you may want to consider visiting in your RV. Search for the state in which you plan to visit and see the listings of the various campsites that are pet-friendly. You can find out more details about the property and even read comments by people who have stayed there. There are not a ton of listings, but it may be helpful to hear what others have to say. By the way, I have no affiliation with this site. As I said earlier, one of the best things about the Internet is the sharing of information.

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Favorite Pet-Friendly RV Parks

At the time I started PetTravelCenter.com, people were always telling me how difficult it was to find pet-friendly hotels when they travel with their pets. We filled that need by providing tens of thousands of pet-friendly accommodations around the world. Now, I’m hearing more stories about RV parks and campgrounds across the country that are opening pet-friendly areas where pets can play and exercise. I think that’s fantastic. Read more

RVing with pets: Making the most of it

Although gas prices still appear to be heading north, record numbers of people will take to the road with their pets this year as more and more pet-friendly hotels, resorts and other accommodations roll out the welcome mat. Recreational activities like camping and hiking will involve four-legged members of family like never before, and more campgrounds and RV parks are beginning to design pet areas that offer dog runs and opportunities for off-leash exercise. Some even offer pet-sitting services so families can enjoy day trips and sightseeing excursions that may not allow pets.

Safe and enjoyable RV pet travel means planning ahead

Just as you would pack your own things, don’t overlook what your pet may need to keep him comfortable, too. Being prepared with the right essentials and equipment is the key to ensure a happy time on the road and once you get to your destination. Also keep in mind when and where you plan to travel. The time of year and geographical location of your trek can make a big difference in how and what you prepare to take along. Know what the weather conditions are likely to be and pack accordingly.

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