Some people still leave their pets with a neighbor or a kennel when they go out of town.
But these days, more and more folks are taking their pets along on trips and travelers are finding that even the best hotels are accommodating their needs. Joice Strassman spends a lot of time on the road, and when her travel requires an overnight stay, her dog Penny is never far behind. Pet care can be so expensive. It's just nice to have your companion with you wherever you go. Sheila Buckmaster, senior editor at National Geographic Traveler magazine, says last year, half million pets took to the road.