Having a dog definitely effects your ability to travel. When my daughter was married we all stayed in a wonderful bed and breakfast in South Carolina that wouldn't allow pets. I had to board Lady for the weekend.
It was hard for me to understand why a tiny little thing like Lady who was housetrained, didn't bark, etc. wasn't welcome. I spoke to the owner of the B&B who explained that in fairness to all their guests, especially those who may be allergic, they couldn't allow pets. She recommended a boarding kennel in town that their guests used.
There was a pet friendly motel in town but I have since learned that people with pets are put in the same rooms they reserve for their smokers. No way did I want to deal with that!
We may love our dogs, but we can't expect that everyone does. Having a pet complicates travel plans and certainly makes vacations much more expensive. It's just part of pet ownership.
Have you considered a pet sitter? It is as much, probably more, than boarding (I have mine spend the night), but worth it to me to know Lady and my cats are in their own home, not in cages.
I remember your family wasn't crazy about you even visiting with Sadie when she was a puppy. I don't think you can expect them to pet sit. How about a friend? I know Sadie has had some play dates. Maybe you could trade pet sitting? |