Furward Momentum: Celebrating Pet-Friendly Travel

Road trip season may last well into fall this year, so if you have travelers looking to hit the road with the whole family – pets included! – we’ve gathered tips, guidance and a whole lot of pet-friendly hotels and resorts around the U.S. to make you into a well-heeled pet-friendly travel advisor.

Before They Go

Before booking that pet-friendly trip, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recommends travelers make sure their pet:

Is comfortable and physically able to travel
Has up-to-date ID tags and microchip
Is allowed in the accommodations you’ve booked
Has a portable kennel to stay in if you need to leave them in the accommodations unattended

Pet Travel Checklist

Packing for a pet is a bit different than packing for yourself! Here are a few items the AVMA wants to make sure are on every
pet’s packing list.

The basics like a collar, leash, portable kennel/crate, bed, blankets, toys, food and water bowls and any medications they’re taking
Up-to-date medical records
Your vet’s contact info
First-aid kit for your pet
A list of vets and emergency vet hospitals along your route and near your destination
Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate) and acclimation certificate, if needed by the state you’re visiting
Up-to-date ID info, plus a recent photo of your pet

Flying with Pets

If you have travelers who want to fly with their pet, it’s very important to check with the airline first, as many have breed and size restrictions, plus more rules to follow and documentation requirements. We’ve gathered links below to some airlines’ pet policies.

Pet-Friendly Digs

Let’s talk about the hotels and resorts that welcome pets in popular road-trip destinations.

Orlando

SeaWorld Partner Hotels

Universal Hotels

Find even more pet-friendly hotels in Orlando!

Atlanta

Nashville

Las Vegas

Find even more pet-friendly hotels in Las Vegas!

Phoenix

Jacksonville