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Traveling to the Alabama Gulf Coast doesn’t have to exclude the family pet. There are several places more than willing to make the whole family, including pets, feel welcomed.
Wanting to stop and get a bite to eat? According to the site, www.bringfido.com, these restaurants allow your dog, on a leash, to join you. For Gulf Shores listings view here. There are four restaurants listed including Bills on the Beach and The Flying Harpoon. To find out if The Hangout or LuLu’s allows pets, give them a call a couple of days ahead of your plans to check.
Orange Beach has twice as many pet friendly destinations. For the complete list, see here. Some favorites include Cosmos Restaurant and Bar, Flippers Seafood and Oyster Bar and The Southern Grind Coffee House. For Perdido, click here, include The Flora-Bama Yacht Club and the Sunset Grille.
Looking for a pet friendly place to stay? No problem. There are several to choose from but always call ahead and check to avoid a vacation catastrophe. Reed Vacation Rentals lists several pet friendly homes. Tripadvisor also has the top 10 pet friendly rentals, see here. From waterfront condos with boat slips to cottages with Little Lagoon access, there’s something to suit your needs. Sunset Properties also has several listings, see here. Picard Realty Rentals includes a couple of properties that allow for small dogs under 20 pounds, see here. REMEMBER to always call before you book a property online if you are bringing a pet. All rentals made with pets must be approved by each rental agency according to their own bylaws and and covenants.
Pets need a little fun too. The Gulf Shores Dog Park at 308 Clubhouse Drive, Gulf Shores, is open from dusk to dawn. Fenced in with plenty of shade and water, the simple layout allows dogs to play without their leash. Orange Beach’s Unleashed Dog Park is located at 27920 Canal Road. The park is also fenced with water stations and almost an acre of shade for you and your pet. Please be aware of all rules and regulations, see here.
The Gulf State Park Dog Pond located at Lake Shelby is reached by turning left when you enter the parking lot. The dog park is at the end of the parking lot/road. Permits can be purchased at the pier, park headquarters, and the campground. $2 Daily Pass $7.50 Weekly Pass 17.50 Monthly and $35 Yearly. Hours are from 8:00 a.m. to sunset and all dogs must be current on all vaccinations, be wearing an owner identification tag at all times, and must be leashed when entering and exiting the Dog Park. There are several other rules and regulations that can be checked here.
Be aware that the safety of your pet, other park visitors, and the natural wildlife are always considered to be the top priority. Owners are required to be present and alert at all times and to respect the Gulf State Park’s Leave Only Footprints initiative.
The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry trails offer miles of walking for exercise. Water and waste stations are conveniently located throughout. All pets must be on a leash. For rules and regulations and a printable map, see here.
The last thing you want to do on vacation is make an emergency trip to the vet. But thankfully, our area is very blessed with quality service. Make sure you bring important documentation, suggestions are below.
Suggested Puppy Packing List:
Local Veterinarians with reviews from Yelp, see here.
If you find that you or your pet never want to leave our beautiful area, give me a call, text, or email today. I’ll be happy to help you find that perfect home for both of you.
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