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Bowser on a Budget
By Paris Permenter and John Bigley
Relaxation for both you and your dog is top priority at the Island Inn at 123 West, located on San Juan Island. Whether you drive off one of the Washington State Ferries or come in via plane—or even float plane—this Front Street accommodation welcomes Fidos with its Preferred Puppy Pass. Dogs are greeted by a welcome guide with popular spots for relief and play...
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Mountain Magic in New Mexico
Exploring Santa Fe and Taos on Paw.
By Robin Tierney
The magical landscapes of Taos and Santa Fe have drawn artists from around the world. Instead of schlepping paints and canvases, let's bring Fido and explore those enchanting New Mexico landscapes on foot and paw.
Both towns are famous for art, walkable downtowns and mountains with distinctive plum, rose and sage hues, fragrant with pinon,...
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In El Paso, The Old West Shines Again
See, feel and taste what’s new in this happy border city.
By Robin Tierney
When you enter Hotel Paso Del Norte, the stunning architecture and decor will inspire you to take Fido for a long walk indoors before checking into your guestroom and taking a nap in your luxurious bed.
Honestly, you can spend hours exploring this stunning building, which opened in 1912 and reopened after a...
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Switzerland
Dogs are welcome on most trains and cable cars.
By Susan Sims, Publisher
A trip of a lifetime was gifted to me by my son Scott and we both were excited to explore Switzerland this October. In speaking with friends who had the good fortune to travel to Switzerland, the fall months of September and October were optimum for weather and least crowded.
We landed in Zurich and rented a car to...
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Bowser on a Budget
From kayak trips to historic city strolls, sunset beach walks to patio dining, hotels invite travelers to get out and explore with their dog.
by Paris Permenter and John Bigley
Nothing says summer like a few days away with your best friend. From island getaways to historic city excursions, hotels are welcoming Fido travelers with innovative packages and the opportunity to create memories of...
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Goats on the Roof in Door County
How else would the sod on the roof be maintained?
by Susan Sims, Publisher
A visit to Door County is never complete without stopping to gaze at goats atop the roof of Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant. Why are there goats on the roof you ask? Well, why not?
The first roof-grooming goat was added initially as a joke by one of Al Johnson’s friends, but the goats have become a tradition. The...
