Pet Policy
Due to the free roaming nature of the wildlife through the property, we try to have a no pet policy. However, the number of people traveling with their pets, the cost of boarding, (even more important) the fact that we have a 7lb chihuahua and her little brother a 130lb German Shepherd, and the additional precautions required by the potential harm to other guests who may have allergies, BMC created the 'Pet Policy'.
BMC 'Pet Policy'
We will welcome pets most of the time ... BUT we have a few basic rules and an additional charge $10.00 per pet (talk to us). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Well behaved dogs and cats - We love them! We have two dogs and two cat ourselves.
We ask that:
- Most importantly, Please tell us you have a pet along with breed and size … “then we can advise other guests to avoid any conflicts”
- For the safety of other guests and their pets, your pet is to be leashed when outside.
- “Be a responsible pet owner .. Please clean-up after your pet inside and out"
- Never leave your pet unattended in your cabin.
- If you need to leave them in the cabin … “Please crate your pet”.
- Pets are not allowed on beds or furniture ... “While our cleaning staff is very thorough, microscopic pet dander can cause irritation to other guests with allergies”.
- If your dog is a 'barker', please be considerate of other guests and never leave them to disturb others.
- As with our standard policy ANY damages will be added to your bill.
Tips for Traveling with Pets
As travelers head into the heaviest travel time of the year for vacations, those with pets are faced with a choice: place their four-legged family member in a boarding facility or bring it along. Increasingly, pet owners are opting for the latter because traveling with animals is getting a lot easier and the cost of boarding is increasing.
Our best advice for traveling with a pet is to plan in advance.
- If your pet is not accustomed to car travel, take it for a few short rides before your trip.
- Cats should be confined to a cage or crate to allow them to feel secure and to avoid having a pet under your feet while driving.
- Stick to your regular feeding routine and give the main meal at the end of the day or when you reach your destination.
- Feeding dry food will be more convenient, assuming your pet readily consumes it.
- Dispose of unused canned food unless it can be refrigerated.
- Take along a plastic jug of cold water in case other reliable water sources are not available.
- Give small portions of food and water and plan to stop every two hours for exercise.
- Remember to include a leash with your pet's traveling supplies.
- Pets should not be allowed to ride with their heads outside car windows. Particles of dirt can enter the eyes, ears, and nose, causing injury or infection.
- If you must leave your pet in a parked car, be sure to lock all doors, park in a shady area, and open windows wide enough to provide ventilation without enabling your pet to jump out or get its head caught.
- Be aware of weather conditions.
- You should not leave your pet in a parked car when the temperature and/or humidity are high or when temperatures are near or below freezing
We thank you for being understanding and helping us accomodate other guests.