Dog Friendly Cornwall Cottages - Explore The Roseland With Your Pooch

For people whose furry friend is a member of the family, not to be left behind, there's good news on the horizon. There are plenty of dog friendly Cornwall cottages and B&Bs available these days for well behaved pooches. And the stunning Roseland Peninsula is fantastic dog walking territory. As well as a wonderful area for humans to explore!

The Roseland Peninsula is a little gem full of hidden beaches with soft, pale sand and dramatic, craggy rock formations. It's close to some of the county's favourite holiday hot spots Truro, Falmouth and St Austell. You can also reach the 'capital' of the peninsula, St Mawes, by ferry from Falmouth - a short yet exhilarating trip that your dog will love, complete with splashing waves, big skies and screaming gulls.

Scenic Tregony village, known as the gateway to the Roseland, was once a busy port. Today the river has disappeared, silted up completely by waste from local china clay and tin mines, and replaced by an unusually wide high street. There are numerous great walks along the nearby Ruan River, through lovely lush woodland with wildlife galore. Perfect for doggie exploring as long as yours knows how to behave around wildlife. And won't chase domestic farm animals. If you're in doubt keep your dog on a lead until you know what's what.

The last thing you want is trouble on your holiday. Cornwall self catering is a great way to let your dog join in with the fun without having to worry about bothering fellow guests. And keeping your furry friend on a lead just in case is the best way to steer clear of problems away from your holiday home. A long automatic feed leash makes things easier.

Veryan village is a timeless little place wreathed in legends, close to the ancient Carne Beacon, a bronze age burial mound. Great fun for dogs to run around. Plus there's Veryan castle, an iron age fort. The bones of history show through the land here at every turn.

Your dog's excellent sense of smell will help him or her enjoy the idyllic St Just-in-Roseland to the full! The church's pretty gardens stretch right down to the river, where there's enough exciting smells to keep even the liveliest dog happy for hours. Portloe is another feast for the doggie senses as well as their owners, a charming, vibrant fishing village famed for its shellfish, once the hub of the UK's pilchard industry. There are even nice beaches here to complement the peninsula's rugged rocky headlands. But the best beach in the area is probably Porthbeor Beach. It's sheltered and sandy, scattered with strange, weird and wonderful rock formations, perfect for the kids and dog to explore together. All in all for a dog friendly self catering holiday Cornwall scores high. And The Roseland comes close to the top!

Dog-Friendly Lodging: 10 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Room

From large chains to intimate inns, more and more lodgings are opening their doors to people traveling with companion animals. Some places will allow all kinds of animals - - cats, rabbits, reptiles, even horses, but for most, pet-friendly means dog-friendly. But just what friendly means is up to interpretation. Many places fully outline their pet policies on their websites. The tone and amount of information provided can be a good indicator of just how pet-friendly they really are! Others are more circumspect so don't leave anything to chance. Following are questions to ask before you book dog-friendly lodging.

1. Do you have size or breed restrictions? Some lodgings are dog-friendly only if your dog fits in your purse. Others are dog-friendly as long as your dog isn't a pit bull or a Rottweiler. Be sure that your dog is allowed before you place your deposit.

2. Are there additional fees? Fees for bringing the dog can really run the gamut. Some places are totally free, others charge a per night fee or a per stay fee. Often, the fee comes in the form of a cleaning charge or a refundable damage deposit. Be sure you know in advance what it will cost you to bring your canine companion.

3. Where are your dog-friendly rooms located and are they non-smoking? In some spots, the dog-friendly rooms can also be the least desirable. It may not be a problem if you're a smoker, but if you're not, you don't want that room! Neither do you want the small room in the back by the dumpster. When possible, a first-floor room with a separate entrance is easiest for most dogs.

4. Are there places nearby to walk the dog? Not only is it helpful to know if there are parks in the vicinity to enjoy but more importantly, to know if there is a spot for those quick last thing at night and first thing in the morning outdoor adventures!

5. Do you need to see proof of vaccination? Chances are good that you'll need to show proof of up-to-date vaccinations such as rabies. Some places may even require kennel cough (bordetella) vaccination. Find out in advance so you can make sure your dog's vaccinations are current and of course, don't forget to pack the paperwork!

6. Are there restricted areas? You may not want to book that romantic dog-friendly inn with the historic fieldstone fireplace if you and your dog can't enjoy it. Be sure you know what parts of the property are available to you and your pet so you can make an educated decision.

7. Are there dog walkers/sitters in the area? You know it's a pretty dog-friendly lodging if they provide access to this type of information. Plus, knowing you can book someone to spend some time with your dog frees up time for you to enjoy the not so dog-friendly aspects of your trip.

8. Do you have bowls/crates/beds? Many dog-friendly accommodations have extra supplies on hand. Again, it lets you know how truly dog-friendly they are. Plus if you don't have room to pack your own, it's good to know that you have back-up. Some places require that the dog be left in a crate if you leave the room.

9. How many dogs do you allow? If you are a multi-dog family, this is important. The whole pack may not be welcome!

10. Are there dog-friendly attractions in the area? Locals know more than you'll ever get from a guidebook. They may know of parks, outdoor eating, beaches, and other fun places to visit with your dog.

Traveling with your dog can be an amazing experience. Asking the right questions and planning ahead will ensure that your adventures will go off without a hitch!

Important Rules and Regulations Regarding Pet Transport

If planning for the tour with your lovely pet and you don't have any previous knowledge regarding the transport related rules and regulations, it is quite an embarrassing moment for you during the journey. This article acts as one of the essential information providers for you in this respect. This will be definitely helpful if you are planning to have a journey with your four legged friend. Kindly try to fetch all types of information regarding the transport to avoid any hurdles in your way.

Different Rules and Regulations regarding transport are as follows:

1. About the Age of the Pets like dog

You must have to inform to the traveling agency about the age of your four legged friend. This is essential because several transport agencies are there in this world which has made rules not to hold the dogs those are less than eight months. This is only meant for the dog's safety point of view.

2. About Health Certificate and Emergency Care Authorization

This is very necessary to inform the traveling agency about your pets Certificates that is valid in all respect like that of the anti rabies vaccination and so on. It is also important to keep with you a fully filled Emergency Care Authorization form when you are traveling with the multiple buddies.

3. About the food of your Pet

You should try to keep and inform to the traveling agency about the food and the feeding schedule of your pet which is essential for the betterment of your four legged buddy.

4. About the payment of the Traveling agency

Try to give the full or more than half payment to them to rid off further troubles. If necessary try to fulfill the all necessary requirements previously.

5. About the additional charge

Try to ask to the traveling agency about the additional charges which are provided during the transport services. If any, try to fulfill it as soon as possible for the joyful journey.

6. About the Vicious Dog disclosure

This is the rules set up by the agency for safety against the sudden aggressive behavior of the pets. So, try to fill the form for the safety of others.

7. Last but not the least, information about the Scheduling

Try to get the correct scheduling information of the transportation arrival and departure. Please make it sure that the time is correct in all respect to provide all sorts of comfort to your four legged buddy.

Now, I think that information regarding the rules and regulations of the traveling agency will help you. This is for the happy and comfortable journey ahead.

Dog Friendly Places in the South Lake District

The Lake District is a wonderful place to bring your dog. There are a huge number of places to visit and things to see and do with your dog. We have four dog -friendly holiday lodges in Troutbeck near Windermere and we are often asked for dog friendly information by our guests. This article is intended to provide some useful information for visitors to the South Lakes. As things can change we do suggest that you check before making a special visit to any of these places.

The steamers on the Windermere, Coniston and Ullswater all allow dogs, and all dogs travel free on any sailings operated by Windermere Lakes Cruises. Dogs are allowed on board the boats of the Coniston Launches. They are allowed inside the cabins, but not on the seats, at a charge of 50 pence (free to working guide dogs). The founders of Coniston Launch owned Flatcoated Retrievers Saga, Folly and Epic and, to mark the enjoyment these dogs provided, all Flatcoated Retrievers still travel FREE of charge!

Some boat hire companies including Shepherds of Windermere let you take dogs on board. If steam railways are your things then the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway and the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway both allow dogs too.

If you enjoy visiting country houses Muncaster castle allows dogs in the grounds but not in the house Hutton in the Forest allows dogs on leads in the gardens, grounds and woodland walks. At Sizergh Castle dogs on leads are welcome around the estate, but not the gardens. Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin, allows dogs to be taken around Brantwood garden, but they are not allowed in the house. Grizedale Forest Parks and Visitor centre allows dogs in the Forest Park and Lake District National Park visitor centre at Brockhole on Windermere makes dogs welcome if they are kept on a lead at all times.

All Open Space National Trust properties are dog friendly, and many of those have tea rooms/cafes where dogs are also welcome, although in some cases this may be outside. Don't forget to bring your National Trust membership card as this may entitle you to free parking and / or free entry. National Trust properties in Cumbria include:

Ullswater and Aira Force Windermere and Ambleside Coniston and Tarn Hows Grasmere Borrowdale Great Langdale Little Langdale Arnside and Silverdale Sandscale Haws

One of the great joys of walking in the Lake District with your dog is ending up at a good dog-friendly pub at the end of the walk. Both of our local pubs, The Mortal Man and The Queen's Head, let dogs inside. Both are normally thoughtful enough to provide a bowl of water outside so you don't feel too bad about satisfying your own thirst at the bar! The Haybarn on-site pub at Limefitt accepts dogs too.

Here are some other local pubs which accept dogs

The Watermill, Ings Village, Nr Windermere, Wainwrights Inn, Chapel Stile, Great Langdale, Ambleside Stickle Barn Tavern, Great Langdale, Ambleside Britannia Inn, Ambleside, Cumbria Outgate Inn, Outgate, Ambleside, Cumbria Drunken Duck Inn, Barn Gates, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria The Punchbowl Inn, Crosthwaite, Kendal, Cumbria

Of course it's not all about walking and pubs - Sometimes a bit of retail therapy is in order. You have to buy those treats somewhere after all.

Our favourite pet shop in the Lakes - Paws by the Lake, is at Waterhead, Ambleside. It combines both a pet shop and gift shop for pet lovers. There is a well stocked pet shop in Windermere - Lakeland Pet Supplies at 28 Main Rd, Windermere, LA23 1DY, (015394 44458). Booths Supermarket in Windermere stocks a variety of canine accessories. There is also a huge Pets at Home in the South Lakeland Retail Park in Kendal.

If you are looking for somewhere to stay to make the most of all of these dog friendly activities we have four self-catering dog-friendly holiday lodges in the Lake District for you to choose from. They are situated in Limefitt Park in Troutbeck, which is a beautiful village just a short distance from Windermere.