If you are a member of the press working on a dog-friendly story, please contact John Poimiroo at (916) 933-8860, or email john@poimiroo.com. Thanks to our friends in the media for the following coverage.
DogTrekker Featured on KGO Radio’s On The Go
KGO Radio, 4/8/12
DogTrekker’s Co-founder and Managing Partner, Dave Kendrick, joined
On The Go host John Hamilton in the 9 a. m. hour of his Sunday show on April 8th to talk dogs and dog-friendly travel. Dave talked with John about dog travel trends, itineraries, precautions to take before leaving with your pup and more.
Listen here.
Beyond the Westminster dog show, pet travel isn’t always easy
USA TODAY Travel, 2/14/12
Sure, it's a dog's life for pooches staying at the Hotel Pennsylvania, the host hotel for this week's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. After all, what guest (and its owner) wouldn't drool at the prospect of a "paw mall" gift shop, canine concierge, and 24/7 doggie spa with treadmills, "his and hers relieving area" and masseuse? But if you're not Westminster's Best of Show winner (a Pekingese named Malachy) or its competitors, finding dog-friendly accommodations might be tougher than you think. More.
Survey Uncovers Dog Traveler Frustrations
Press Release, 1/31/12
Eight out of ten people who bring their dogs along when they travel (dog travelers) find hotel policies and amenities important when selecting accommodations, according to a national study released by Destination Analysts and DogTrekker.com.
According to Dave Kendrick, co-founder of Dogtrekker, “this survey sends a huge message to the lodging industry. The influence of this significant group of leisure travelers is rising and hoteliers should take note of their concern about expensive hotel pet fees (42.3%) and confusion over pet-friendly policies (34%).” Press Release
California Rambling: Dog-Friendly Travel
Mountain Democrat (California’s Oldest Newspaper), 7/21/11
There was only one thing missing from “National Lampoon Vacation,” the 1983 film satire of an American family on their summer vacation… the family dog. Admittedly, in the movie Aunt Edna’s nasty and unfortunate mutt, Dinky, did join the Griswold family on the way to Los Angeles to visit the supposed Walley World amusement park, but had the motion picture been made today the Griswold family dog would likely have come along for the ride, right from the opening titles. (PDF)
“Dog Friendly Travel”,
ABC News10 Sacramento, Sacramento & Co., 7/6/11
Janet Fullwood, DogTrekker’s senior editor, joins Sacramento & Company to discuss tips on pet-friendly summer excursions.
Dog-Trekker On-the-air
KGO Radio, San Francisco, Morning News, 5/30/11 Janet Fullwood, DogTrekker’s senior editor joins the KGO news team to discuss the launch of DogTrekker.com
Dog-Friendly Travel Goes Online
Press Release, 6/3/11
Dog owners who have been frustrated with misleading claims by hospitality and travel websites and other publications now have DogTrekker.com, a website and weekly newsletter written exclusively for people who travel with their dogs. DogTrekker’s four-paw promise is to deliver deep local, accurate and engaging content and listings, as well as advocate for dog-owners’ rights, dog safety and well-being. (pdf)
California Travel & Tourism Commission
The State of California’s ‘ultimate vacation guide’ for 2011 features ‘Rocket’, a corgi mix, enjoying the leash-free expanse of Carmel’s famed dog beach. No, DogTrekker didn’t, couldn’t, pay for this kind of debut coverage. (official site)
Autumn Walks With Fido
California Fun, 11/10/10
Trails in the East Bay, South Bay, South Yuba Independence Trail and Marin County’s Fort Baker are highlighted from DogTrekker. (
official site)
Autumn Hikes With Your Dog
California Fall Color, 10/11/10
California Fall Color is the first blog/website to recommend DogTrekker as a source of dog-friendly travel in Northern California. This post talks about autumn travel with Rover. (official site)
DogTrekker Newsletter Debuts,
10/13/10
After 30-plus years of dog trekking together, and a combined 90 years of traveling with dogs, Roxanne and Dave Kendrick have unleashed their long-awaited guide to everything dog-travel. The weekly newsletter sniffs out the best tail-waggin' treks to be found in Northern California and beyond. The newsletter and future site will benefit local rescue organizations through California and the West. (newsletter )