Pups can make waves at dog friendly beaches: new dog beach directory

People are not the only ones traveling this summer! Dogs and other pets are traveling, too.

According to the American Pet Products Association in Greenwich, almost 25% of pet parents take their dog on car trips when they travel for at least two nights. Well socialized dogs enjoy exploring new places and making new friends, both human and canine. The survey indicates that other pets, even exotic pets, are accompanying their families on vacation, too.

In response to pet parent demand for information about pet friendly destionations, TripsWithPets.com has published a new online beach directory. According to TripsWithPets.com, the directory is the most comprehensive online directory of dog friendly beaches - spanning all 50 states and Canada.

Each listing includes location-specific requirements (leash/off-leash), whether there are any hour/time of year restrictions (e.g. before 9am, Memorial Day through Labor Day), along with the beach address, website link, map and contact information. 

The directory offers ratings of each beach written by previous visitors.  When you visit a beach, be sure to include your feedback, share your experience and help future beach-goers be well informed and prepared for their day at the beach.

TripsWithPets also provides dog beach tips and doggie beach etiquette do's and dont's.  Learn what to look for to prevent heat stroke or hypothermia, determine if your dog needs a pet life vest, and learn how to be a good dog beach samaritan to ensure dogs are always welcomed back. Find tips like these and many more on TripsWithPets.com. 

Remember, going to the beach is no picnic if you've forgotten the collapsible pet water bowl! TripsWithPets' online store provides all the necessary pet beach gear you need to make your day both fun and safe.

Know of a dog friendly beach you'd like to add to the directory?  Email dogbeaches@tripswithpets.com

Have questions about teaching your dog to ride calmly in the car or fly easily in the cabin of a plane? Get my tips. Email info@theculturedcanine.com.

About TripsWithPets.com 

TripsWithPets.com is the #1 online resource for pet travel. It was named BEST pet travel site by Consumer Reports! TripsWithPets.com offers resources to ensure pets are welcome, happy, and safe when traveling.  The website features a directory of pet friendly hotels & accommodations across the U.S. and Canada, airline & car rental pet policies, dog friendly beaches, search by route, pet travel tips, pet travel supplies, along with other pet travel resources.