How to Have a Dog-friendly Staycation this Summer Leading animal welfare charity, Battersea, has created a guide to how to have a dog-friendly holiday this summer – it may be September but it’s not too late.
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attersea’s Canine Behaviour and Training Manager, Janine Pemberthy, advises: “It’s not surprising that people are looking to take a break and enjoy what the UK has to offer with their dog as their loyal travel companion. Here at Battersea we want to help dog owners and their pets enjoy their holiday together in the safest way possible whether you’re heading to Woofferton in Shropshire or Labrador Bay in Devon.” Canine Cottages, a proud partner of Battersea, has seen a significant increase in dog-friendly holidays booked this
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year, with bookings including dogs up 68% for the summer holidays when compared to 2019, and up 85% in total across 2021. This follows a survey[1] earlier this year that found 3.2 million households in the UK have got a dog since the start of the pandemic. Shannon Keary, PR & Communications Manager at Canine Cottages, commented: “It’s fantastic that so many are looking to travel with their four-legged friends in tow - our dogs are going to be just as excited as we are to get out and explore this year; they are, after all, just as much a part of the family as any other member!
“Hopefully this advice will help everyone to get the most out of their adventures and prove reassuring to those travelling with their pups, possibly for the first time, this summer!”
Battersea’s top tips: • Plan ahead. Make sure you find out where the local vets will be at your destination in case of emergencies. • Ensure your dog is microchipped and your details are up to date before you travel. • Plan your journey. If travelling by car, make sure you take a route that has enough stops so not only can the
