Trial Run for Dogs in Resort Rooms

[iZon]

Sorry if I missed this but I’ve read that there will be a specific block of dog rooms and I’ve read that there
won’t. I believe the latter.

Let’s say they have 50 dog rooms and only 30 dog owners signed up. Are they just going to let those 20 rooms sit empty? Not likely. Do you have to declare your dogs when you book? Will there be dog rooms displayed on the website the way there are pirate rooms or king bed rooms?

 

[Evil Queen 2]

Just got the confirmation from my travel agent (Beth C at Dreams Unlimited) that she got us switched to POFQ. We had a river view roll in shower accessible room at Riverside but she was able to get us a river view tub accessible at FQ for our dates in April.

We didn't want to take a chance of being in a room that had a dog stay in previously or deal with them around the resort.

 

[KarenP64]

If I could I would but there is nothing available when we are coming in December. I’m very upset.

Might ones who are told there is nothing they can do (no other accomodations available) keep on calling, and calling, and calling until they either get something else OR they let them know how upset everyone is to only have 48 hours notice?

 

[Tink-osophy]

Well said. My thoughts echo this 100%. Wish I could like this 1000 times.

Dan

I wish the Disney decision-makers felt the same way.

 

[mexi]

On the surface that seems fine, but it goes beyond that.

If you stay at BC or BW, dogs at YC are relevant. Same at POFQ for POR. Ruling out the whole of FW doesn't leave a similar choice anywhere else. And it's not always easy to book the resort category you'd like anyway, before removing even more choice. ...At the moment if you want a moderate, it's dogs or construction or... ?

Plus, dogs on ME and resort buses can affect Guests of any resorts.

This doesn't compare to the occasional service dog.

Also (in reply to one or two other posts), there are lots of reasons for not wanting to be around dogs that have nothing to do with hating dogs. You can love dogs, but still have very valid reasons for not wanting them at Disney resorts.

There are dogs who fly on planes. I've been on quite a few where an owner had their dog with them. They were always quiet and never bothered anyone so why would ME be a problem?

 

[JessicaW1234]

There are dogs who fly on planes. I've been on quite a few where an owner had their dog with them. They were always quiet and never bothered anyone so why would ME be a problem?

I am allergic to dogs and if I am in an enclosed area with the dander i will start to be congested and if it is for a long time have trouble breathing.

 

[mexi]

Disney is not a pet shelter . I’m not anti-dog, I’m anti-pet of any kind that will have a negative impact on my thousands of dollars vacation that I save all damn year for. Want to vacation with your pet? Go on a pet friendly vacation.

So you're saying that Disney can't make some of their resorts pet friendly now because you said so? I didn't say it was a shelter either so I'm not sure what you mean by that.

Why does everyone think it will have a negative impact on their vacations? I just do t get it. I guess I'm more easy going.

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

While it's true there are other factors at Disney that can be potentially problematic, those tend to be things like people, food, drink, weather, even wild flora and fauna - things that are necessary or unavoidable. They might need managing or policing, but they can't be removed entirely.

On the other hand, non-service domestic animals are neither necessary nor unavoidable. Just because other things can already create issues at Disney isn't a reason to add more.

As a whole, i.e. beyond their owners, domestic pets don't add to WDW vacations and aren't intrinsically necessary, so why bring them into the equation?

Well I personally wouldn't bring any pet with me on vacation but who am I to tell someone else they aren't necessary to them or that they wouldn't want them with them. Don't we bring a lot of stuff on vacation that isn't intrinsically necessary?

It's not for me to judge why a person brought their dog with them on vacation but I do have the same expectations for respect for others if they do decide to bring their pet with them.

As for the service animal aspect there have been several posters who have issues with animals service or otherwise. Service animals can't be removed entirely either (unless of course they fall under the exceptions placed under ADA law).

 

[Nichols4]

I have 3 rescue dogs and would never consider imposing them upon another person/family without their permission nor take them with me on vacation.

I sent an email to Disney addressing issues I had as a previous veterinary technician and working in the dog daycare/boarding business.
As a pet owner, my concerns were regarding vaccinations/fleas/temperament and their requirements. Most daycare/boarding facilities only require rabies, distemper, parvo and kennel cough vaccines. What about the canine influenza (dog flu) and heartworm testing? In my state, we have had several outbreaks of dog flu that have killed many. What about flea control? Will someone inspect the dog at check-in or will owner need to show proof?
What if a dog has dog aggression or child aggression? My dog hates small children and would bite without hesitation.

If any pet owners are considering taking their dogs, you should be addressing these issues as well.
I am still waiting to receive a response from Disney but assume I will get the same standard answer that so many have.

 

[CdnCarrie]

One other thing that comes to mind for me.

People talk about the "Disney Bubble", myself included. Seeing peoples' family pets around my WDW resort really takes away from that bubble for me. It's just something that will in no way benefit me (even though we own and love dogs), but has a potential to significantly negatively impact me. We've had issues recently with an adjacent neighbor's large dogs barking loudly and being obnoxious so this is a hot button for me. Hopefully it turns out to be a non issue.

Dan

So SEEING a dog on vacation will ruin it for you. Really. Tad over dramatic.

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

So SEEING a dog on vacation will ruin it for you. Really. Tad over dramatic.

Thus the whole reason why I responded in the way that I did.

 

[Tink-osophy]

Why does everyone think it will have a negative impact on their vacations? I just do t get it. I guess I'm more easy going.

Perhaps, it's easier when - as it sounds - you don't have to deal with allergies, asthma, phobias relating to dogs?

In some ways, dogs on planes concern me, but I can understand more of an argument there. At Disney, however (ME and beyond) there is no need to cause potentially big problems (just read a few of the posts on this thread to understand those problems), when the gain is so little and limited in comparison. This stands to upset far more people than it benefits.

 

[agavegirl1]

So you're saying that Disney can't make some of their resorts pet friendly now because you said so? I didn't say it was a shelter either so I'm not sure what you mean by that.

Why does everyone think it will have a negative impact on their vacations? I just do t get it. I guess I'm more easy going.

I'm not sure if you have read this entire thread. I have due to allergies and a current reservation at POR. Reasons it may negatively impact a WDW vacation:

Allergies
Fear of dogs
Religious customs
Dislike of animal smells, germs
Concern about fleas and ticks
No ability to change plans due to 48 hour notice.

Please, read a little more of the thread.

 

[Disney Mom 7272]

LOVE dogs but think it’s a bad idea! Only exception is a true service dog.

 

[DisneyFive]

So SEEING a dog on vacation will ruin it for you. Really. Tad over dramatic.

Thus the whole reason why I responded in the way that I did.

Poorly worded. I agree.

Dan

 

[iZon]

Will people go off to the parks, etc. and leave their dogs in the room all day? Now I feel sorry for the dogs. And what happens when housekeeping comes? I’m just wondering why you would want to bring them if their movements will be so restricted. Better to take them somewhere they can do something.

It sounds like the old smoking and non-smoking rooms.

 

[chicagoshannon]

Luckily, I was able to switch from AoA to Pop last night. Last week there were no rooms available for our date so I was really worried about the dogs. Hopefully they won't be crossing the bridge between the two resorts. My kids will be disappointed because they were looking forward to staying in a little mermaid room.

We have neighbors with dogs that run free around the neighborhood. Many times I've stepped in their dog's poo in MY yard. I certainly don't want that to happen on vacation. You better believe these types of dog owners would be even WORSE on vacation.

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

So you're saying that Disney can't make some of their resorts pet friendly now because you said so? I didn't say it was a shelter either so I'm not sure what you mean by that.

Why does everyone think it will have a negative impact on their vacations? I just do t get it. I guess I'm more easy going.

I think it will have a negative impact on some people's vacation but how many is up in the air.

Some people it's the thought of a pet at the same resort/hotel/area of them that brings on a negative thoughtprocess.

Others it's the thought of another thing to deal with.

There are legit concerns for sure but it's also one of those "the thing hasn't even got off the ground yet" type things. As with any new thing you do need a bit of time to work out the kinks and give time as well. And as with any new thing no matter what you're going to have at least someone not like it. And for Disney in the trial period they have set up (provided they do the trial for the full year) they should have plenty of information on just how much negative AND positive impacts it has on their current, future and potential guests.

Without a doubt the one thing that is the big disappointment for me is the extreme lack of notice to customers. That part is unfair to all no matter what way you slice it. 2 days isn't enough time to avoid the thing you want to avoid and 2 days isn't enough time if you wanted to take part of the new thing they are doing. Not with a place like Disney where on the fly stuff with several days notice is not the norm.

 

[Tink-osophy]

Well I personally wouldn't bring any pet with me on vacation but who am I to tell someone else they aren't necessary to them or that they wouldn't want them with them. Don't we bring a lot of stuff on vacation that isn't intrinsically necessary?

It's not for me to judge why a person brought their dog with them on vacation but I do have the same expectations for respect for others if they do decide to bring their pet with them.

As for the service animal aspect there have been several posters who have issues with animals service or otherwise. Service animals can't be removed entirely either (unless of course they fall under the exceptions placed under ADA law).

I don't think you can compare an animal to other stuff you take on vacation.

... Still, when the something people choose to take with them affects the well-being of those around them, it does become their business, too. It's not about judging. (Although, I don't think you can reasonably argue that a non- service dog is necessary at Disney.)

When something can have the negative impact that this policy can and isn't intrinsically necessary, that's often a good reason not to implement it in business and in life.

 

[ArwenMarie]

My husband flies almost every week. He says if he looks around, he can always find a dog or two or three. He said one time there was a Weimaraner sitting in someone's lap for the whole flight lol

I guess my point is that a plane is far more dangerous to be trapped in if you have a dog allergy than a hotel room but somehow the airlines are getting away with it.