For those of you who accept pets - What is your pet acceptance policy?

[JBloggs]

Why bother accepting pets at all, unless you have a little doggie ranch or something? Seems to me to be way more trouble then it is worth. But at the same time, I can hear the little granny calling and begging to allow foo foo.

 

[egoodell]

Why bother accepting pets at all, unless you have a little doggie ranch or something? Seems to me to be way more trouble then it is worth. But at the same time, I can hear the little granny calling and begging to allow foo foo..

Why bother accepting pets at all, unless you have a little doggie ranch or something? Seems to me to be way more trouble then it is worth. But at the same time, I can hear the little granny calling and begging to allow foo foo.

To tell you the truth, a policy like this would attract me as a pet owner, because I know that only well-behaved pet OWNERS are allowed and I can safely bring my pet there without fear of it getting jumped or getting fleas or kennel cough.
Riki

 

[Iris]

In my experience (and we've seen an awful lot of dogs here), people who travel with their pets know what to expect and are extremely considerate. Likewise their pets have traveled with them extensively and behave wonderfully. Some people just think it would be a novelty to bring their dog, even tho the poor thing has lived on the end of a chain it's whole life. They don't think it through.
Since I only take pet reservations by telephone, I can ask all of my questions FIRST. When I ask how old the dog is and how often he has traveled to spend the night away from home...if I get a hesitation or they avoid the question, forget it.
But like I say, problems are very very rare..

I wholeheartedly agree with what you are saying. People who insist on taking their "babies" along on vacation will take very good care of their dogs.
Here is my Canine Code of Conduct

Give your pet a good long walk upon your arrival; it will help him/her shake off the confinement of a lengthy car ride.

“Pooper-scooper” and leash laws are the same at the Wayfarer as in your hometown so please curb your dog and pick up after him/her.

Please dry wet pets before entering your cabin. Towels for this purpose are located in a basket in the office

Please keep pets from jumping on furniture and bed(s), or cover with a blanket from home.

Please bring your kennel to use during those few times when your pet cannot accompany you. Understandably, barking dogs cannot be left unattended.

Please supervise your dog’s play, keeping him/her under your control at all times. Chances are that yours is not the only dog on the property.

It is understood that all canine guests will be very well behaved, non-aggressive, completely house broken and well groomed. Should an accident occur, please advise us immediately so that permanent damage can be prevented.

Additional cleaning charges will apply if we are not notified of accidents and/or if we find excessive amounts of animal hair on the furniture and beds after you have left.

Your dog’s health, safety, and obedience are, at all times, your responsibility -- as are any repairs to furnishings necessitated by an unruly pet.
A valid credit card number is required when staying at Wayfarer Lodgings with a pet.

A $ 10.00 per night fee applies to all pets.

 

[Iris]

Welcome to our inn! We have a couple of policies designed to enhance everyone's visit, including yours! Please read through the policies and also find a list of amenities we provide for your visit.

• There are no restrictions on your size. Dachshunds to Danes, well-behaved dogs of all sizes are welcome! Single or double dog occupancy only, please.
• We're sorry, but insurance regulations prohibit the following breeds: German Shepherds, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers and Doberman Pinschers. (We're sure you're nice, but some of your relatives have gotten a bum rap.)
• You must have current vaccinations for rabies and bordatella (there is an inn dog on the premises). It is in your best interests that flea and tick preventative measures be taken before your arrival. Ticks are prevalent in coastal Maine.
• You may not stay alone in your room, except when your people are here having breakfast. When your people head out for the day or for dinner, you must accompany them. (And why not, you're on vacation, too!) Most stores will allow you in if your person is leashed. Many restaurants have outdoor seating where you will be allowed to dine with your people. (Please have your people call in advance, we can give them the phone numbers.)
• The Dog Room is the one you want to book. This room has a private entrance which allows you and your people to come and go without going through the inn. Sorry, you are not allowed in the interior common inn areas. (You know, people have allergies and some are scared.)
• Local ordinances, and good manners, require your people to clean up after you here at the inn and in town.
• There is a $25 fee for you in addition to the room rate your people pay.
• Any damage you do or loss of revenue due to damage done by you will be charged to your person's account. (Be a good dog!)

Dog Amenities-
The following items are provided for use during your stay:

• Food and water bowls.
• Quilt provided if you get to sleep on the furniture.
• Towel for wiping muddy paws and drying off after a swim.
• Pooper scooper bags.

These items are our gift for you to take with you:

• A treat from the inn dog.
• A copy of Dog News
• A copy of the Guide to Parks for Dogs.

There is one acre of grounds here for playing and relaxing. We do ask that you don't roll in the flowers! The inn dog may come out to visit you while you are here. (Sometimes she just sleeps all day so you may not see her.) She is not allowed in your room. She's very friendly but she doesn't like to be charged, so please use some restraint when saying 'hi' to her. If you bark a lot in your room, she'll be upset because she can't fix what's wrong.
If your people want to go out for the day on their own, they can call these folks who will be happy to take care of you:
Here I list a bunch of places that have doggie daycare. A similar 'welcome' letter is in the room.
Total sidetrack here, but today I had a guest who refused to book the 'dog room' because 'ewww, you let dogs in there' so she moved on as I could not accommodate her and all her kids in any other room..

that is adorable. Did you create that? I want to take it for my own.