Traveling with Pets: Our Full-Time Road Trip Resources

Cartoon-style orange van driving through nature with a cat, dog, and kitten inside — a whimsical scene capturing the joy of traveling with pets.

Traveling with pets? We travel full-time in a converted school bus with 2 dogs and 8 cats. Yes, you read that right. Eight cats. It’s chaos, it’s fur everywhere, and it’s absolutely worth it.

Two dogs snuggled together on a blanket during a road trip, capturing the comfort and companionship of traveling with pets.

This page is our pet travel hub—all the resources, stops, and spots we’ve found (or are still hunting for) that make life on the road with furry companions a little easier.


Meet Our Traveling Crew

🐾 The Full Crew: 2 Dogs & 7 Cats
Jemma (the protective muscle), Louie (emotional support puggle), and seven cats running the show—from Heddy the Queen to Bean the hitchhiker. Meet everyone with photos, personalities, and the complex territorial agreements that keep our bus running.


Resources for Traveling with Pets

🐶 Dog Parks & Self-Service Dog Wash Stations
Where to let your pup run wild and where to clean them up afterward. Our running list of parks we’ve visited and wash stations we’ve used across the country.

🐾 Pet-Friendly Businesses in the U.S.
Restaurants, cafés, and shops that actually welcome pets—complete with drive-thru treats, pup cups, and dog menus. If your furry friend is your shadow, this list is for you.

🐾 Pet Help Finder
Need affordable vet care, vaccinations, boarding, or pet food assistance? This resource connects you with services across the country.

🐾 Vetster
Virtual vet visits for when you’re on the road and your pet decides 2 AM is the perfect time for a health crisis. We use this regularly—it’s been a lifesaver.



Frequently Asked Questions About Traveling with Pets

Can you really travel full-time with cats?

Yes! We travel with 7 cats in our converted bus. It takes planning and patience, but cats can adapt to life on the road. Check out our individual cat bios to see how each one handles bus life differently.

Where can I find dog parks while traveling?

We keep a running list of dog parks and self-service wash stations we’ve actually visited across the country. It includes parking notes, facility details, and which ones are worth the stop.

What businesses are actually pet-friendly?

Lots of them! We maintain a growing list of pet-friendly restaurants, cafés, and shops that welcome dogs—including which ones offer treats, pup cups, and dog menus.

How do you handle vet care while traveling?

We use Vetster for virtual vet visits when we’re on the road, and always research emergency vet clinics along our route. Pet Help Finder is also great for finding affordable vet services across the country.

What’s the hardest part about traveling with multiple pets?

Honestly? Finding places where everyone can be comfortable at once. Our two dogs need regular exercise and socialization, while our seven cats need routine and quiet. It’s a constant balancing act, but we’ve figured out what works. Check out how our pets roll here!


More resources, tips, and pet-friendly finds coming soon. Because when you’re traveling with 2 dogs and 7 cats, you learn where all the good spots are real quick.