Dog whisperer Cesar Millan has great quick tips for travel to make the trip a happy one for you and your dog.
            Walk your dog before getting in the car ~ Walk your dog before checking in

     There's no shortage of places to walk your dog in Hot Springs. The closest walks from Anise's BnB4Pets are right on the property, in the neighborhood and the Freedom Trail.

    Cesar says, "Claim your new space. Now you are ready to go to your hotel room. Enter first. Get the dog to stay where he is. Don’t let him wander around or he’ll assume control of the situation. While you are unpacking, showering, or making phone calls, he is waiting. The only one who should move in the environment is you--until you are ready, then you initiate activity. It’s important that your scent is everywhere before the dog settles in."

     Many guests like to get takeout or use the gas grill so they can relax and spend time with their traveling companions after checking in. If you might be interested in having a full course meal delivered to your suite prior to your arrival call personal chef Karen at 605.745.5213.

                                       (No entrance fees)

Chautauqua Park at Fall River ~ In Hot Springs

     This lovely park spans both sides of the road with gorgeous views of the red cliffs. And it's a wonderful place to meander with your canine companions along the Fall River. Dogs love to swim in the river and some folks like to dangle their bare feet in the water. The park also has a picnic shelter, barbecue pits, playground equipment and bathrooms.

     In Hot Springs follow 385 (river road) to Evans Plunge. Keep straight between plunge and parking lot. The park is on the river on both sides of Fall River.

Coldbrook Reservoir ~ Just north of Hot Springs

     The trail connects Coldbrook Reservoir with Argyle Road for a leisurely roundtrip walk of about 30 minutes with your K-9 friends. The broad open space has lovely views of the countryside. Of course, dogs like to swim in the reservoir, too!

     Follow 385 north from Hot Springs and watch for signs (Coldbrook and/or Larive) after the Dew Drop Inn. Once you're there, the beach is on the left and the hiking trail is on the right past the camping area. There is playground equipment in the campground area.

Cottonwood Preserve & Reservoir ~ 5 miles south of Hot Springs

     Cottonwood is a large open landscape where you can roam with your canine sidekick.

     Take Hwy 18 West from Hot Springs. Look for the Cottonwood Preserve turnoff on the right about 5 miles south of town.

Elk Mountain Campground ~ In Wind Cave National Park

     One of my favorite things to do is take my dogs for a short easy hike of 25 minutes or so and then attend the evening campfire program with my dogs, of course. The programs are very professional and informative. I particularly like this trail because the campground is protected from bison. For your safety dogs are not allowed anywhere else in Wind Cave National Park. Hiking with dogs on leash in Custer State Park is allowed, but the bison are at large.

     Follow 385 north from Hot Springs and into Wind Cave National Park (no entrance fee). Take the Elk Mountain Campground turnoff and follow the road all the way to the end. The trail begins there.

Freedom Trail River Walk ~ Downtown Hot Springs

     The Freedom Trail is a big favorite with improved trail on both sides of Fall River. You and your K-9 pal can walk from the Kidney Springs to the Dairy Queen bridge.

     Walk or drive down to the end of Jennings across Fall River. There's plenty of parking at Centennial Park.

The back yard at Anise's BnB4Pets ~ Lower Battle Mountain

     The view is quite spectacular from Battle Mountain as you climb the hill in back of the house. But do watch your step as the footing can be challenging.

     Just take the trail to the left of the horse barn.