Can't bear to take a vacation without your loving pet? It's not hard to find a hotel that will accommodate your needs.
Consult pet Web sites. There are quite a few helpful sites that list dog-friendly hotels nationwide, and you can find them by conducting a search at a major search engine like Google or Yahoo.
Talk to friends, acquaintances and co-workers who have pets. They may be able to recommend resources for pet-friendly vacations, or perhaps they've traveled to your desired destination with their own pooches.
Go to your local bookstore and peruse the travel guides for your destination. You should be able to find a list of hotels that welcome dogs. Also, check with your auto club; AAA's accommodations books indicate whether pets are welcome at hotels.
Call the hotel ahead of time to get details. The establishment may only allow certain types of pets, and it may have a limited number of rooms set aside to accommodate them. Inquire about special pet services the hotel may offer, such as dog-walking areas and pet-sitting.
In addition to the room charge, be prepared to pay a deposit for the room and a pet fee, which could be as much as $50.
