I f you have dogs, it can be rather difficult to go out for a vacation with your pets since dog-friendly trips are tough to come by. So you must leave them behind which comes with its own struggles. Even if you find a trustworthy dog-sitter, most of the holiday is spent fretting over how your pup is feeling and if they are taken care of instead of enjoying your time off.
So how about this time contrary to leaving your dogs behind, take them with you- after all, they deserve a vacation too! Some may like running all around the beach while others would prefer relaxing in a quiet corner in a library. Luckily it is pretty common for dogs to have the same personalities as their owner, so whatever place you choose will be great for them too.
Check out some of these dog-friendly trips to discover on your next holiday with your furry companion right by your side!
Dog Mountain, Vermont
What better way to start than with a place quite literally named Dog? Situated on top of a mountain in Vermont, the Dog Mountain provides free hiking, swimming, and running access to anyone and their dog!
Aside from the mountaintop, Dog Mountain also offers a dog chapel- covered with dog-themed pews, door knobs with dog faces, and pictures of beloved lost dogs. If you have lost a fur-iend before, the Dog Chapel is a great and welcoming place to allow yourself to grieve too.
Since the mountain and chapel are open for all, it has dogs running around all the time, so you don’t have to worry about your dog feeling lonely at all; they'll have a paw-some time!
Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
The Grand Canyon is a majestic place to spend your time, it can be a glorious experience to feel the winds hitting your face and watching the great Colorado River rush between cliffs. If you have been planning on taking a trip to witness the marvel yourself, all the more reason to embark on this trip are the many dog-friendly hikes you can take your dogs on!
Although you will have to follow some rules, for example, your dog needs to be on a leash and is not allowed inside buildings or under the Rim.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs is like a purr-fect little getaway for you and your doggy. With all trails being dog-friendly and moderate to easy, you are sure to have the time of your life hiking along waterfalls and lush forests.
Since there are more than 200 trails for you to choose from, you can easily make the most of your vacation by walking up a new trail and view to not only blow your mind but your dogs’ too!
Along with that, Colorado Springs also has a variety of dog-friendly hotels to stay in, so you don’t have to worry about the safety of your pup either. Additionally, there are also places such as the Pub Dog Colorado where you can have a great dine-in experience along with your fur-bulous friend.
Hakone, Japan
Featuring exuberant activity options such as climbing Mount Fuji, or a spa with swimming pools of ramen broth and coffee, Hakone is a pretty dog-friendly town. If you decide to stay at the Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa, you can find high-quality grooming services such as brushing and ear cleaning at the hotel.
Aside from grooming, you will be able to rent a room with up to three dogs of your own, provided with a private shower room specifically for your puppy, along with dog-friendly shampoo, sheets, and wet tissues as well! If you were wondering about your dog scratching at the furniture and possibly ruining it, the hotel provides vinyl-covered leather sofas that hold up pretty well when it comes to dog paws.
Additionally, if you wish to explore the town on your own, or want your puppy to have a break, the hotel staff also offers free dog-sitting services throughout the day.
Have you thought about embarking on a vacation with your puppy for an un-fur-gettable experience yet? If you haven’t already, what are you waiting for! Get your puppy and set out into a world of adventure by taking some of these amazing dog-friendly trips on your next time off for a time like no other!
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