A Dogs Bed & Breakfast

There is ever-growing clamour for holiday accommodation to allow dogs to stay with their owners, but those that do are still few and far between. We look at the opportunities to raise extra revenue, and how to adapt to accommodate dogs and deliver a service that keeps everyone and their dog happy.

FAMILIES would love to take their dogs with them on holiday, but most hotels and guest houses still do not allow dogs. The principle considerations for this are hygiene and noise.

The reality is that most hospitality business owners that have overcome any such concerns and allow dogs to stay seldom appear to harbour any such concerns. Typically dog owners themselves, they are familiar with the kind of problematic issues that may arise - and how to deal with them.

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For a happier all round experience

1. Dog welcome pack. Include bags for cleaning up during walks.

2. Essentials. Bowls, toys and treats and a dog blanket.

3. Dog drinks. Considering adding dog beer such as Pawsecco to the Welcome pack.

4. Dog menu. Consider a doggie menu with everything from sausages to T-bone steak

5. Access all areas. Designate an area where your visitors can dine with their dogs and not upset the rest of your guests.

6. Bathroom breaks. Ensure there is easy access to facilitate dog relief. Situating dog-friendly rooms on the ground floor is recommended.

7. Cleaning costs. Consider additional room-cleaning fees.

8. Pet playmates. Offer to take your guests’ dogs for a walk with your own - or vice versa.

9. Clarity of number. Decide what level of dogs you can have, for instance one dog per room, or small dogs only, and make any such limits clear to your guests beforehand.

10. Dog-friendly flooring. A hard floor is many times easier to clean ensuring no residual allergens are present.

11. Dogs-own lounge. If you have the space, offering a room dedicated to dogs will give your property an edge and will inspire owners to return.

12. Welcome letter. A letter for guests scheduled to arrive with their pets is highly recommended. The Merry harriers in Golalming, Surrey

DOG HOUSE RULES #12

• Dogs are not allowed to stay in non-converted rooms.

• They must not be aggressive

• They must be clean

• They must not have fleas

• They must be on leash when in public area

• They must not bark or make noise continuously or often.

• Dogs are not allowed to climb on any furniture or eat pillows.

• They are not allowed to run with or without the owner.

• They must stay out of the spa, restaurant and pool areas.

• Owners must clean pet waste immediately and dispose of it in designated receptacles.

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