Now that restrictions are being eased new dog owners will be taking their pets into a more normal world for the first time.
They will swiftly discover that not all places are welcoming, and many hotel, guesthouse and holiday rental owners will turn their noses up at accomodating the newest addition to the family.
So, if you don’t want to leave your dog at home when you go on holiday, here are 11 Scottish hotels who are guaranteed to be welcoming.
Some of them do need advance notice though, and some charge extra for pets – so best call ahead and check.
9. Achray House
Occupying a beautiful location on the banks of Loch Earn, in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Achray House has two dog-friendly rooms to book and pets are welcome in the bar area for breakfast and dinner. Photo: www.booking.com
10. Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
Set in a 10-acre private estate in the borders, Dryburgh Abbey Hotel has won 'Dog-Friendly Hotel of the Year' in the Scottish Hotel Awards for three years in a row. It's just minutes away from Dryburgh Abbey and the River Tweed, with dogs welcome in the lounge during mealtimes. Photo: www.booking.com
11. The Craiglynne Hotel
Set in its own grounds a short walk from the centre of Grantown on Spey, the Craiglynne Hotel offers warm, friendly accomodation with open fires in both the lounge and bar for pooches to lounge in front of after a long walk. Your dog can join you to eat in the bar area or stay in your room while you dine in the restaurant. Photo: www.booking.com