As you probably know, John and I are devoted day trippers from waaaay back…in fact, we wrote the book on it! Our very first book was Day Trips from San Antonio and Austin; since then it’s been split into two separate volumes which we continue to update. For the last few editions, we’ve also written Day …
Wondering what to do with your dog when the temperatures reach 100 degrees in the shade? Fortunately (or unfortunately!), we are experts at coping with hotter than hot temperatures as our Texas temperatures routinely hit the triple digits on summer days. Here are seven fun activities you and your dog can enjoy when the mercury …
I’m going to be the first to admit: elevators are not part of our dogs’ daily lives. With a two-story house, they’re accustomed to going up and down stairs to our upstairs offices but they don’t routinely ride an elevator. Many of the hotels we stay with the dogs are multi-story (and it seems like …
Are you traveling by car with your dog in hot weather? While the front seat remains coolest in most cars, the back seat and cargo area can get warmer–and getting back into a hot car after stops is no fun for anyone. Here are our tips for keeping your dog cool in the car as …
This Wednesday through Friday I’m gone to Pittsburgh for a quick trip. I’m flying there and back so Irie and Tiki will be home all day, every day with John. It’s not like we’re preparing for a pet sitter–but, nonetheless, there are some extra steps that I always take when I’m traveling and leaving the …