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| Block Island's Maise Dae |
One of the most visited and commented on pages on Block-Island Family-Vacation.Com is our Pet Friendly Page. I've noticed that recently more businesses around the island are becoming dog friendly. Capitalizing on this niche is a good idea.
Pet owners are willing to spend extra for a room or house that allows dogs. Some of the island inns and rental house owners have recognized this and dedicated rooms or areas that allow pets. Most places charge either a "pet fee" or an extra security deposit to insure against damages.
On Block-Island-Family-Vacation.Com, the inns that are on our pet friendly page get many more inquiries than the others. People with allergies may frown upon staying in a place that allows dogs, so designating rooms for people with pets is a good idea.
My family's rental home allows "well behaved" dogs by permission. We send out a notice with our "doggie rules" ahead of time. We ask that pets stay on the first floor only, that renters clean up the yard after their pup and that they are assured to have been treated with frontline (an anti-flea medicine). We also ask that they not leave their dogs in the house un-crated and unattended.
Think of it this way: Most people who travel with their dogs have well behaved dogs. Otherwise they'd be taking a vacation from them!
If you are a shop or a restaurant you could designate an area outside where someone can "park" their dog while they patronize your business. Simple things such as a water dish, a bench or a place to tie the dog while they shop or eat goes a long way with dog lovers.
If you have a Block Island Business, dog friendly or not, get noticed on the web. Visit us and find out how!
Be Well and Prosper,
Kelly
block-island-family-vacation.com
