What to Pack for a Stay at a Pet-Friendly Cottage Resort in Ontario
A pet-friendly cottage resort is the perfect getaway for the whole family, including your furry friends! No need to worry about a pet sitter—at Lake Edge Cottages, we welcome pets with open arms. Our peaceful lakeside cottages in the Kawarthas combine rustic charm with a commitment to eco-friendly practices, making both you and your pet feel right at home.
We are the perfect middle option between a full-service resort and a privately owned cottage rental. It feels like you've rented your own little cottage, but you don’t need to pack everything, including the kitchen sink, with you. Our cottages are well equipped with bed and kitchen linens. You don’t need to worry about bringing your own toilet paper, and we even supply bath robes for the units with hot tubs. You can find our full list of amenities
here to give you an idea of what is supplied.
However, what do you pack for your four-legged friend at a pet-friendly cottage resort? We offer your pets lots of space to explore, a shoreline to splash in, and most of the cottages have dog-gated decks, but there are some things you will need to bring along with you to ensure the best possible stay for you and your pet.
Your Home Away from Home
Pets feel most comfortable with familiar scents and surroundings. They might feel uneasy sleeping somewhere away from home. Bring some of their creature comforts, like their crate or bed, and a favourite toy or blanket, so they have a comfortable, familiar place to sleep.
Creatures of Habit
Pets are creatures of habit and love routine. You’ll want to make sure you bring along their regular food, food bowl, and water bowl. Measure out the correct amount of food for your entire stay and bring a little extra, just in case. Running out of your pet’s usual food and switching brands or flavours can upset their stomach and cause unwanted messes.
We have lots of trails for your dog’s daily walk, so be sure to pack their leash, poop bags, and treat pouch. For cats, you’ll want to make sure their bathroom time is comfortable with their litter box, scoop and kitty litter.
Four-Pawed Adventures
Our pet-friendly cottage resort has lots of space for your furry friend to enjoy some adventures, from hiking trails to swimming in the lake. For lake swims, bring beach towels for yourself and one for your pup, too! This will come in handy for dirty, wet paws. The same goes for your feline friends, even if they don’t like swimming, they’ll appreciate a towel to dry off their paws.
It is highly recommended to bring a dog life jacket if you plan to go out in the boat with your dog—safety first!
You’ll feel at ease knowing our grounds are sprayed with a natural, eco- and pet-friendly product for mosquitoes, so there is nothing toxic to pets that is sprayed. Our wooded trails, turtle/frog pond, and forest areas aren’t sprayed, so bringing pet-safe mosquito repellent is recommended when exploring those areas.
Paws & Provisions
Even the most prepared pet parents forget a thing or two, and that’s okay! For treats, leashes, food, toys, and more,
Village Pet Food and Supply in nearby Lakefield has you covered. Need a vet?
Village Animal Hospital is on-call after hours, and Peterborough offers the
Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic, a 24-hour emergency vet just 30 minutes away. For grooming beyond a lake dip, check out thePaw Spa or the
DIY Dog Wash at Pet Styling by Becki in Peterborough.
We want your stay with us to be as relaxing and peaceful as possible, for both you and your furry friend. Cas and dogs love their time here so much that owners tell us their pets start to recognize the drive to the resort. As you head down the country road, tails are wagging! It’s such a joy to watch them leap out of the car, taking in the familiar scents and sights of past visits, returning to their home away from home in the Kawarthas.
