Organizing a long-distance trip with your four-legged travel partner can be expensive and stressful (for both of you). However, there’s another way to get away and relax without the added complications of travel. Escape Fido’s routine without stepping a paw outside of his state on a staycation right in your backyard.
Pet-Friendly Staycation
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See the Local Sights With BringFido

You don’t need to spend hours researching the best dog-friendly activities, restaurants and more just beyond your door. Find everything you need to fill the days in your hometown on BringFido’s site or app for iOS or Android. In addition to taking day trips to hidden local gems you’ve never heard of, you can check out those places you always wanted to explore but haven’t gotten around to visiting yet.
Check Out to Check In

Once you’ve drawn up a staycation itinerary, turn off your devices and take a break from screens for a while. Use this newfound time to rediscover your best friend’s charming personality. Transform your backyard into a dog park together, plant a pet-friendly garden, or simply go for a long walk around the neighborhood. Whatever you do together, make the most of every moment without the distractions of everyday life.
Transform Your Home Into Your Dream Destination

There are places in the world that Fido may never get to visit, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take him there in spirit. Why not treat your German Shepherd to a bratwurst and a bottle of HeinieSniff’n? Or, let him map out your next adventure with this foldable, plush road trip map squeaky toy. Get creative and bring your exotic holiday home with flags, decor, food and music that will get the whole family into the travel spirit.
Drift Away With a Spa Day

Queue the calming music, slip on Fido’s best robe and drift away to a tropical island (in your mind). An in-home spa treatment can be nearly as relaxing as sunbathing on the beach, and it’s a lot more budget-friendly. After your bubble bath, start Fido’s journey to relaxation with a Warren London Cleopatra's Full Body Treatment Dog Milk Bath. Infused with honey and natural milk powder, this will turn any bath-dodging dog into a tub-dwelling Pug in no time. You can also reuse your chamomile tea bags as a soothing eye mask for Fido while you give him a doggy massage on the sun lounger. Alternatively, book your pup a day of beauty at a local dog spa.
Share a Picnic

Pack a basket full of your pooch’s favorite treats for a makeshift “barkuterie” board and head out to find the perfect spot for a picnic. Whether you’re in your local park or on a secluded hike near home, you’ll both get to enjoy the fresh air and tasty treats. If you're stumped thinking of edible ideas, check out these mouthwatering recipes for the “pawfect” picnic. Oh, and don’t forget to pack some new toys like the ChuckIt! Ball Launcher for a fun game of fetch.
Glamp at Home

After a long day exploring new nearby places, keep the staycation going at bedtime! Swap Fido’s boring old dog bed for a luxury campsite. If you can’t go to a glamorous glamping spot like Under Canvas, turn your backyard into one with a DIY teepee or a pillow fort using your plushest pillows, coziest blankets and bounciest bedding. You can even get a teepee tent just for your furry camper.
Get Crafty

Being crafty doesn’t just mean stealing cookies when your owner’s back is turned, Fido. One of the best things about a vacation is trying new things. Make your staycation unforgettable by capturing your pup’s paw print so you can show off your furbaby while you're actually away. The hinged Pearhead Pawprints Dog & Cat Desk Frame Kit comes with everything you need to preserve your pet’s paw print and display it at home or work.
Give a Foster Dog a Staycation at Your House

Now that you’re ready for a staycation, remember that there are dogs in shelters who would love to get away for a while. Make a shelter dog’s dream come true by inviting them over for a holiday with your pack! Fostering helps reduce overcrowding and opens up space for another animal to be saved. Contact your local shelter to find out about taking one of their precious pups on a staycation at your house.

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