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Last spring, we adopted an adorable little black Shih Tzu mix named Teddy. He’s a very good boy, and we’re going to start traveling with him soon. When we do, there are hotels all over the country ...

Traveling with your pet can be a great adventure, but it needs a little forethought and preparation. Whether you’re going on ...