That is a terrible experience!
My husband and I always travel with both the poodle and cat. Last x-mas we drove to TN 3 times and stayed a week or so. I too book my hotels online. The best place I have ever stayed that is pet-friendly is motel 6 and studio 6 motels. There are countless other hotels that are pet-friendly. There is a 10.00 non-refundable pet fee but they treat them like guests.
Where I live, I cannot even take my dog out to MY front lawn to pee because some people have a cow. I cannot bring my dog to the park etc. Very unfriendly here with pets
I am originally from AZ and I have never had a problem there either. My pets always travel with me by car or airplane with no problems either.
I am so sorry you went through this. Next time, do a search online for pet-friendly hotels and you'll get a list. Poor Lucinda, I bet she knew she was unwelcomed
