Dog Guides

Mosquito Season Sucks, And So Does Heartworm

Due to climate shifts, mosquito season is stretching longer than ever—putting your dog at greater risk for heartworm. The good news? Heartworm is wholly preventable.

Petpreneurship

Interesting Journeys Into Petpreneurship: Almog Koren

An interview with Almog Koren, co-founder and CEO of DogBase, on the inspiring AI innovations shaping the future of working dogs.

AI in Travel: All Talk & No Data

The more you look at how OTAs and the wider industry are using AI, the more obvious it becomes; they’re not trying to solve real problems. They’re using AI to dress up tired old data, calling it innovation, and hoping no one notices.

Dog Guides

Dog-Friendly Décor: The Ultimate Plant Safety Guide

You might be dog-friendly, but are your plants friendly to dogs? Let's take a closer look at toxic vs. non-toxic plants for your hotel, home, and garden.

Dog Guides

Unraveling the Off-Leash Dilemma

This article explores the delicate balance between granting our canine companions the freedom they crave and upholding dog park policies and etiquette.

The Five Star Lie: Forbes Travel & AAA Fail Dog Owners

Luxury hotel certifications are supposed to represent the gold standard of hospitality. When a hotel earns a prestigious five-star rating from bodies like the Forbes Travel Guide, or AAA, travellers assume they are stepping into a world of seamless service, impeccable accommodations, and thoughtful amenities. But there’s a problem

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Hotels That Give The Words Pet-Friendly a Bad Name

Many hotels claim to be pet-friendly but impose harsh restrictions, excessive fees, while offering dog owners nothing in return. Here’s a look at the worst offenders we have come across who are giving the term pet-friendly a bad name.

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A Short Guide To The World's Best Dog Food Menus

A guide to the world's best hotel dog food menus—from fine dining to organic gourmet dishes and everyday staples, the founder of Roch takes a look at some of his favourite hotel canine menus from around the world.

Petpreneurship

Interesting Journeys Into Petpreneurship: Nadia Leguel

An interview with Nadia Leguel, Founder of WagIt, on scoping out London's dog-friendly venues, pitching the dragons on Dragon's Den, and building a thriving dog-friendly community during COVID lockdown.

Dog Guides

Canine Conversations: Top Podcasts for Dog Lovers

Podcasts are powerful community builders for dog aficionados. Check out these five-star podcasts barking up the right tree.

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Gen Z and the Future of Dog Ownership: Trends and Statistics

Millennials are notoriously dog-obsessed, but what about Generation Z? This article compiles the latest statistics on Zoomer pet ownership.

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9 Marvelous Artists Specializing in Pet Portraits

These dog-loving artists from across the globe masterfully capture canine personalities on the canvas.

Research

Beyond the Bowl: How Creative Canine Hospitality Drives Hotel Loyalty

Gone are the days when a hotel could slap a "pet-friendly" label on its website and call it a day. Dog owners demand far more than a token nod to canine hospitality.

Research

Adding Nutritional Value To Your Dogs Bowl Without Breaking the Bank

From the moment we look upon those timeless puppy-dog eyes, whether we've decided to bring a brand new bundle of joy into the family or adopt an old-timer in need, we're immediately hooked. Committed. With that commitment is a sense of responsibility that begins to build

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Dog Breeds That Reflect Your Zodiac Traits

From the travel-geared Sagittarius to the kicked-back (and semi-relaxed) Pisces, discover which breed reflects your star sign!

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Dogs Who Live In Bookstores

You've heard of bodega cats but what about bookstore dogs? Check out these charming canines employed in the indie bookstore scene.

Dog Guides

Can Dogs Get Carsick?

Motion sickness is a common travel discomfort for dogs. In this short guide, we'll decode some symptoms of and treatments for a queasy car-riding canine.

Research

Analysis: USA TODAY 2024 Pet-Friendly Hotel Awards

A critical data-driven analysis of the 2024 USA Today Pet-Friendly Hotel Awards, explaining why they fail to identify the best dog-friendly hotels.

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How The World's Best Pet-Friendly Hotels Win At Dog Friendly Hospitality

Delve into the practices of the world's best dog-friendly hotels, and learn how better to position your hotel in a cluttered pet-friendly market.

Petpreneurship

Interesting Journeys Into Hospitality: Amy Wald

In this episode of interesting journeys, we talk about sustainability with Amy Wald, the founder of Greenluxe and host of the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast.

Research

Rise of the DINKWADS

The DINKWAD (Dual Income, No Kids, With a Dog) represents a rapidly growing demographic of affluent dog-owning couples with a $259 billion annual budget to spend on hospitality and travel, who are reshaping the hotel industry.

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Leveraging the Growing Demand for Dog-Friendly Accommodation: Practical Insights for the Hotel Industry

The market for dog-friendly accommodation is booming; in this research analysis, we examine a recently published academic paper to glean some actionable insights and practical advice for hotels who want to attract dog owners.

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Strap A Backpack Full Of Seeds To Your Dog And Start Rewilding Your Ecosystem

To start a rewilding project all you have to do is walk your dog. Dog owners in Chile and the United Kingdom are strapping backpacks full of seeds to their dogs and rewilding natural ecosystems that have been devastated by fire or people.

Petpreneurship

Interesting Journeys Into Petpreneurship: Mark Bordo

An interview with Mark Bordo, the CEO of Vetster, to discuss his interesting journey into petpreneurship, and the story of how he founded the largest online pet health and veterinary telehealth platform on the planet.

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Canine DNA Testing: What You Need To Know

Canine DNA testing goes far beyond breed identification. Some genetic detective work can help identify health risks and locate your dog's extended relatives.