8 Best-Selling Travel with Pets Books Millions Love

Gayle Martz draws from her extensive experience as a pet travel expert to offer a detailed guide for anyone wanting to journey with their furry companions. You’ll find practical insights about preparing your pet for travel, understanding their behavior in unfamiliar settings, and managing emergencies on the go. The book covers everything from navigating crowded cities to exploring exotic islands, emphasizing responsible pet etiquette and safety rather than just listing pet-friendly destinations. If you’re planning trips that involve your pet’s well-being, this book equips you with clear knowledge to make those travels smoother and more comfortable.

Mary-Alice Pomputius brings firsthand experience and practical insights to pet travel with Bone Voyage, drawing on years of adventures with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chloe. This book teaches you how to prepare your pet for various modes of travel—from cars to planes—covering essentials like choosing the right carrier, navigating airports smoothly, and managing paperwork for international trips. It also helps you find pet-friendly destinations and plan activities that include your furry companion, backed by personal stories and useful checklists. If you want a straightforward, experience-based guide to traveling comfortably and confidently with your pet, this book offers clear, focused advice without fluff.

This tailored book delves into proven methods for traveling safely and comfortably with your pets, focusing on your unique travel style and pet needs. It examines essential topics such as preparation, transportation options, health considerations, and managing pet behavior during trips. By drawing on widely validated knowledge and adapting it to match your background and specific goals, the book offers a personalized journey into pet travel that aligns with your interests and experience. It reveals practical tips for avoiding common pitfalls and enhancing your pet’s comfort, ensuring every journey is as stress-free as possible. This personalized approach helps you gain confidence and deeper understanding in pet travel safety.

What makes this book both expert-recommended and reader-beloved is Benoit Denizet-Lewis's unique approach to exploring America's deep connection with dogs through a cross-country RV journey. Drawing from his experience as a New York Times Magazine writer, he candidly shares his insecurities about his relationship with his Labrador-mix Casey while encountering a variety of dog enthusiasts and subcultures across 32 states. You’ll gain insight into the emotional and cultural significance of dogs in American life, illustrated by vivid chapters like meeting a dedicated stray dog rescuer in Missouri and visiting Cesar Millan in California. This blend of memoir and travelogue offers a thoughtful look at what our canine companions reveal about human values, making it ideal if you want a fresh perspective on traveling with pets and understanding the human-animal bond.

Drawing from extensive experience in travel services, AAA Publishing developed this guide to help pet owners navigate accommodations and destinations across North America. You’ll find detailed listings of over 13,000 pet-friendly hotels, campgrounds, and attractions, along with practical advice on border crossings, travel preparation, and pet care on the road. The book’s strength lies in its thoroughness and annual updates, making it an indispensable resource if you want reliable, vetted information tailored specifically for traveling with your pet. If you’re planning trips with your furry companion and need comprehensive, trustworthy guidance on where to stay and what to consider, this book will serve you well.

What if everything you knew about traveling with dogs was wrong? Len Kain argues that finding truly dog-friendly travel options requires detailed, up-to-date information, which he provides by listing over 20,000 places across the U.S. and Canada. You’ll learn exactly where to stay, dine, and play with your dog, including how to navigate airlines, public transport, and emergency vet services. Chapters on national parks and off-leash areas give you practical insights for planning trips with any size dog. If you’re serious about traveling with your dog and want a comprehensive, location-specific resource, this guide is designed for you.

This tailored book explores a personalized 30-day plan designed to build your confidence and competence in traveling with pets. It covers step-by-step actions that focus on preparation, safety, and comfort, all matched to your background and specific travel goals. By combining widely validated knowledge with your unique interests, it reveals practical ways to navigate pet travel logistics, from documentation to choosing pet-friendly accommodations. The book examines essential topics like pet behavior during travel, stress reduction techniques, and emergency readiness, ensuring you gain both understanding and actionable skills. This personalized approach allows you to focus precisely on what you need to master for successful pet journeys.

Paris Permenter's decades of experience as a certified dog trainer and co-host of "Dog Travel Experts" shaped this deep dive into Texas travel with dogs. The book guides you through dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, and activities unique to the Lone Star State, combining practical destination advice with insider tips from the authors' extensive knowledge. For example, it details specific parks and trails perfect for canine companions and even highlights budget-friendly options in major Texas cities. If you want to explore Texas without leaving your dog behind, this book offers tailored insights that casual travelers and devoted pet owners alike will find useful.

AAA's decades of expertise in travel guide publishing culminate in this detailed resource tailored for pet owners journeying across the U.S. and Canada. You gain access to an extensive directory of over 14,000 pet-friendly lodgings and more than 700 restaurants welcoming pets, paired with practical chapters on pet travel preparation, safety, and health. The book also outlines border crossing rules and service animal considerations, making it a practical companion for anyone planning to include their furry friends in travel plans. Whether you're a seasoned road-tripper or a first-time traveler with pets, this guide offers the precise information needed to navigate accommodations and activities smoothly.

After deciding to embrace life on the road with her husband and two dogs, Amy Burkert turned her passion into a comprehensive guide for traveling with pets across the United States. In this book, you’ll find detailed insights into the top pet friendly attractions in 48 states and Washington D.C., complete with suggested itineraries and practical tips to make your journey smoother. Chapters highlight locations like Carmel Beach and Cadillac Mountain, blending travel inspiration with useful advice on navigating pet policies and accommodations. This is an ideal resource if you want to explore the country without leaving your furry friends behind, though it’s best suited for those ready to plan road trips rather than casual travelers.