In our manic, determined, idiot-savant kind of way, we're always looking for ways to improve your experience when traveling with a pet. As a matter of fact, hotels, inns, and bed & breakfasts are always seeking advice from petswelcome on how to be pet-friendlier. They are constantly asking us what pet owners look for in a pet-friendly lodging. In the past we told them that pet-owners are most interested in a lodging that sends petswelcome.com a lot of money (preferably low denomination bills in a resellable, designer name leather suitcase). But it's a new year and we've decided to change our ways and let you--the real traveling pet-owner--have your say.

To this end we've created a brief survey for you to let us know what's most important to you and your pet. Just so you know, this is not an academic exercise. We will be soon featuring lodgings that adhere to your most popular requests. Also, your name, information and suggestions will be kept totally confidential and not shared with anyone (although you might be called to appear on "Family Feud 2004" and have your ear lewdly licked by an aging Richard Dawson....)

Thanks for your time & stay tuned for the results....

What is the single most important factor in choosing a pet-friendly lodging? (please choose just one):

No fee or deposit
No size restriction
Walking/exercise area
To be able to leave pet unattended in room
Has pet amenities (treats, pet beds, etc.)

Other:

Do you mind paying a small fee if your pet is truly welcomed?

Yes
No

If you would pay a fee, what is the maximum you would pay?

$5 - $10 per stay
$5 - $10 per night
Up to $25 per stay

Other:

Finish the following sentence (check as many as you'd like):
I would never stay at a lodging that...

Puts us in a smoking room
Charges a fee
Asks for a refundable deposit
Will not let me leave my pet unattended
Offers no pet amenities (treats, beds, etc.)
Has nowhere to walk/exercise my pet

Other:

If you could choose the ideal pet-friendly lodging, it would offer (check as many as you'd like):

On-call pet sitters
In-house kennels
On-call dog walkers and groomers
On-call veterinarian
Exercise area for pets
Pet lounge/meeting place for pets and owners
Discounts for local pet retailers/services
Information on local pet-friendly attractions

Other:

Of the items you chose for an ideal pet-friendly lodging, which would be the most important? (please choose just one):

On-call pet sitters
In-house kennels
On-call dog walkers and groomers
On-call veterinarian
Exercise area for pets
Pet lounge/meeting place for pets and owners
Discounts for local pet retailers/services
Information on local pet-friendly attractions

Other:

Further Comments:


Your name (Must be filled in)


Street name and number


City


State


Zip


Area code
Phone number


E-mail address