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Make sure pets are welcome at your destination, and that you have told the proprietors before you book that you're
bringing your dog. To find places that welcome dogs, check the ads in pet magazines. The travel trade and tourist
boards now provide a great deal of information on the Internet.
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Individual owners are also beginning to provide
information through the Internet about places that welcome pets. For example, an internet search for ‘pet friendly
holidays' in a search engine will find you some suitable sites of properties that will accommodate pets.
If you're taking your dog out into the country, keep them under control at all times. Never let them off the leash
where there may be livestock, or wild animals and birds. Remember that he may be able to smell them even though you
can't see them. In farm country, this is especially important during the calving and lambing seasons. Don't allow
your dog to run over a cultivated field. If a public trail runs through the field, keep your dog on the leash and
make sure you stay on the path.
If you're visiting the beach, be aware of the other people and obey the local laws. Don't allow your dog to foul
the beach. If they do, make sure you clean up after them. Take them for a walk so they can relieve themselves before
you go to the beach. Don't let them chase other beach users or be a nuisance in any way. In many beach resorts, dogs
aren't allowed on the beach during the main holiday season. In some areas dogs aren't allowed on the beach at all.
In hot weather, exercise your dog early in the morning or in the evening. If you're going on a long walk, take along
their water dish and some water. During the heat of the day, it's best to keep your dog in the shade.
Don't forget to equip your dog with an identity tag that gives details of your temporary address and telephone number
in case they get lost.
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