How to Bring Pets to a Bed and Breakfast

To many of us, our pets are members of the family. Many hotels and bed and breakfast inns will accept pets. A certain pet etiquette should be observed when you stay at these places.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Ask if the inn accepts pets when you call to make reservations. It's not a good idea to discover that it doesn't accept pets when you arrive with Fluffy tucked under your arm.

2. Request a ground-level room. This makes nighttime potty runs easier and less disturbing to the other guests.

3. Find out where a good walking trail or a park is located for daily walks with your dog.

4. Place the litter box in the bathroom, if your pet requires one. This makes clean up easier. Always clean up after your pet.

5. Cover the furniture where your pet will be resting. This keeps hair and other particles from being left behind on the beds and seating areas.

6. Don't leave your pet in your room unattended for a long period. When in a strange environment, even a good-natured pet can get into things or make noise and disturb other guests.

7. Don't take your pet to breakfast with you. Pets are not allowed near food preparation areas. Feed your pet in the bathroom or on a hard floor.

8. Keep your pet on a leash or in a crate or cage when unattended. Don't let it run loose.

Resources

• Virtual Cities offers a list of pet-friendly bed and breakfast inns sorted by state.