The Dog Lover's Companion to the Pacific Northwest
The Inside Scoop on Where to Take Your Dog
By Val Mallinson l Illustrated by Phil Frank

Do you love your pups? Do you take them with you everywhere you go?
Then you must have a copy of this fun and incredibly useful travel guide for people and their pets. The Dog Lover's Companion to the Pacific Northwest covers the best recreation, accommodations, and pet-friendly restaurant patios in Oregon and Washington from the mountains to the coast, as well as favorite vacation destinations in British Columbia.

  • INSIDER INFORMATION on hundreds of offleash areas, parks, hiking trails, forests, beaches, and preserves, all rated from a pooch’s perspective on a one- to four-paw scale
  • CANINE COVERAGE of dog-friendly lodging, restaurants, and shops, plus quick tips on pup safety and etiquette
  • DOGGY DIVERSIONS, such as pet parades, dog boutiques, and humane society benefits
  • DETAILED MAPS and driving directions for easy travel planning

 

"If dogs could read, they'd be reading this guide to find the Four-Paw parks, hotels and restaurants on the route of the next family trip."

"John Steinbeck could have used this guide for the Northwest leg of his 'Travels with Charlie.'"
--Bill Andrus, East Oregonian

"The author and her dachshunds clearly covered every inch of territory and asked the right questions of the right people."

"The writing style is chatty and entertaining--the descriptions leave you drooling for all the great places to go and things to do while you're there."

"...will make you want to pack the kibble and hit the road."
--Deborah Wood, The Oregonian

"A 540-page, largely urbanized guide to enjoying life with four-legged friends. Well researched, nicely organized; includes a helpful rating system."
--Terry Wood, The Seattle Times

 

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(includes Tax, Standard S&H)

To: Val Mallinson
PO Box 65202
Shoreline, WA 98155

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Coming Soon 2007!

Moon Handbooks Washington
The Cure for the Common Trip

For more than 30 years, Moon Handbooks have appealed to an eclectic group of travelers, from backpacking students to solo adventurers to families on vacation (and a budget). With expert writers delivering a mix of honest insight, first-rate strategic advice, and an essential dose of humor, Moon Handbooks ensure that travelers have an uncommon and entirely satisfying experience— and a few new stories to tell.

I am currently researching and writing an all-new edition of this state travel guide. Moon Handbooks Washington will have beautiful photography, suggested itineraries, must-see highlights, and just enough culture, history, and fun trivia to make you feel right at home—whether you live in Washington or are traveling through.
 
     
     
 
It's Here!
I'm thrilled to announce the release of The Dog Lover's Companion to the Pacific Northwest. The Wonder Wieners and I have compiled a fabulous collection of places to play in Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia into one handy reference. In this guide book for pets and their people, we've sniffed out the best places to play, stay, and eat in our beautiful region.

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