Pet Friendly Info

If your idea of a fun is one that includes the family pet, look no further than New Smyrna Beach!

Smyrna Dunes Park - Pet Friendly Beach
Enjoy our beautiful Volusia County park on 73 pristine acres located on the northern tip of the New Smyrna Beach peninsula where man's best friend may enjoy the amenities along with you. Enjoy over 2 miles of boardwalk with views of the Indian River, Ponce Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean. A great view of the lighthouse while walking. Meet other dog lovers and see a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life and vegetation in their natural habitat. Note: pets must be leashed at all times.

Admission: $3.50 per vehicle.


New Smyrna Beach's Dog Park - 2641 Paige Avenue
A one acre fenced area divided into large dog and small dog play areas. There is a 30 x 40 shade shelter with a dog and people water fountain. The grounds are grassed with open areas with concrete structures for doggy play.

Pampered Pet
If you would like a complete list of pet sitting services, kennels, pet supply shops or groomers, please contact the Visitors Center or visit http://www.nsbfla.com/petfriendly.cfm

Pet Friendly Accommodations
We have pet friendly accommodations -- everything from condos to single family homes to campgrounds -- to ensure your four-legged friend has a great time away from home.

WHEN TRAVELLING:

1.  Make friends with the Travel Crate- Whether you travel by car or by air, the crate your pet travels in will be his "home" during the trip and it is crucial that your pet feels comfortable in it ahead of time. As soon as you know you are moving, it is a good idea to get the crate, that way you can start getting your pet used to it well in advance.  This will help your pet with stress on your moving date.  Many pet stores offer crate training classes.  You can try feeding your pet in the crate on a daily basis to help ease the transition.

2.  Pick a Frequent Fido Flier- Why should you get extra leg room for yourself but not for your pet?  Select an airline that offers first-class accomodations for pets traveling in the cabin or under the plane.  At "Petrelocation.com they work only with pet-friendly airlines that keep pets in climate controlled conditions throughout the flight.  This ensures that every pet will arrive safely at it's destination.  Jet Blue just introduced thier new JetPaws program, which caters to pets traveling in-cabin.

3.  Arrange a Jet-Setter Check up with Your Vet- If you are making a trip across state lines or international borders you will need a health certificate issued the week before the flight.  For international trips, the documentation for importing or exporting pets can be very complex.  Plan ahead and consult with a professional. 

No matter if your move is big or small it is important to do your research and make plans accordingly when moving your pet.