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Take Your Fur Babies On A Pet-Friendly Destination Furcation!

Don’t Kennel them, cuddle them! 

Plants are the new pets.
Pets are the new kids.
Actual human children are the new exotic pets.
(Because you have to be very rich and a little bit crazy to have them…) 

 The NEW Family Dynamic. 

It is undeniable that more and more people, even as they get older, still choose Fido or Fluffy over Frederik and Philani. While the world has finally embraced family-friendly travels and entertainment, open-plan restaurants, outdoor shows, markets and festivals are all live savers for parents, (or should we say exotic pet owners) there is a growing demand for pet-friendly destination options.  

Let’s Call Them Furcations! 

Luckily for all dog parents, the world has woken up to the “furcation” trend.  

If you are already stressing about what to do with your pooch this upcoming holiday season, why not simply pack up their favourite toys, load them in the car and take them on the adventure they deserve to any of South Africa’s pet-friendly destinations? 

Road Tripping With Your Best Friend 

While a road trip with your fur kid can be extremely rewarding and most petrol stations along our N-roads offer lovely grassy spots with water and shade for that much-needed loo-break, it’s nice to know that another option exists.  

Some domestic airlines have surprisingly lenient and affordable pet-flight options available.  

These do however tend to change seasonally, so just ensure that you triple-check your chosen airline’s policy and follow all the rules strictly. 

Check Out This Guide 

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Pet-Friendly Destination Accommodation 

First up, the easy part. Thanks to online booking websites, finding a pet-friendly place to stay is easier than ever. We’ve found a couple of reliable places at the links below and suggest you decide for yourself.  

And no: It’s not just the entire Air B&B apartment. You CAN have an affordable and comfortable furcation anywhere in the country! 

KwaZulu-Natal Coastal Areas Pet-Friendly Destinations 

Keep It Cosy On The KwaZulu Coast  

Cape Town And Surrounding Areas Pet-Friendly Destinations 

Cool Cape Town Pads 

KwaZulu -Natal Midlands Pet-Friendly Destinations 

Kuier in KwaZulu Midlands  

Dullstroom Pet-Friendly Destinations 

Dreamy Dullstroom Doggie Domiciles 

Limpopo Pet-Friendly Destinations 

We’ve even found some pet-friendly bushveld options. (It’s not just sea and sand!) 

Lekker Limpopo Locations  

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