I usually notice whether a place will work for how we travel long before I notice whether it’s beautiful. Traveling quietly with two dogs shapes where we go — and how we spend our time once we arrive.

This site is for dog lovers who want to explore new places without leaving their companions behind. Everything I share comes from trips we’ve actually taken, from nearby getaways to longer drives down the coast, with honest notes on what worked — and what didn’t — once we arrived. I focus on dog-friendly places, activities, and seasonal travel, paying attention to pace, walkability, and whether dogs feel like an afterthought or genuinely welcome.

I’m Pamela Schulz, and I travel with two rescue dogs, Saydie and Archie. Saydie is drawn to any water she finds — streams, lakes, or the ocean’s edge. Archie prefers to move slowly, curious about every scent and fully committed to monitoring the local squirrel population.

After many years in the Hudson Valley, we now live in Alexandria, Virginia. Most of what I write about comes from traveling along the Eastern Coast — places that feel calm, walkable, and workable with dogs, from quiet trails to simple stays and places to eat where dogs are treated as part of the plan.