Ruby & Melanie Rigden | Dog-friendly Travel

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Manifesting more weekends in the mountains ⛰️ We recently spent a weekend in CO for a wedding and were able to sneak in some scenic views + walks in between with the mazdausa CX-5 Turbo Signature. [#AD]

It made for a comfortable ride along the switchbacks (and rain) and had plenty of room for all our luggage while still giving Rue the entire backseat. Not to mention it has a super sleek design with intuitive tech. #MazdaPartner

If you find yourself in Winter Park, CO with your dog, check out the scenic views + trails along the Fraser River. 

#dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlyplaces #ColoradoUnfiltered 2025-09-04 20:41:17 Manifesting more week.. 0 -100% 65 -52%
Recharge and disconnect with your favorite furry travel companion at📍postcardcabins Big Bear 

Postcard Cabins Big Bear is nestled in Running Springs, CA - just 2 hours outside of LA - with tiny cabins that have everything you need and nothing you don’t.

🐶 Dog-friendly cabins with bowls, treats, bags, and a yard leash. 
🛌 Queen beds with a view
⛺️ Stocked kitchenette, bathroom, A/C and heat 
🚫 Disconnect with no Wi-Fi & a cellphone lockbox
🥾 Property hiking trail and dog waste stations
💲Save $25 off your stay with HELLORUBY (stack on top of other property discounts)

Would you stay in these tiny cabins?

#dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlytraveler #dogfriendlyhotel #postcardcabins #bigbearcalifornia 2025-09-04 20:04:02 R.. 36 -98% 0 -100%
I really wanted to love this property…and I did at first. But here’s why we won’t be returning and why it may not be the right stay for you with your dog:

1. The restaurant service was horrendous & the menu is overpriced for the quality of food. I do think this experience was so bad because of our server, which is unfortunate but we both left hungry. 

2. All the dog-friendly rooms are on the ground floor (love), and because there’s no AC we kept our windows open. Still ok. But because of the properties location there is a lot of wildlife on the grounds and Rue just about ran into a deer during an evening potty break. Because they were so close to our room, she continued to smell them throughout the night b/c of the open windows and therefore would not settle the entire night.

3. Our sleep was also an issue because not all of our windows in our room had coverings, so the lights from the grounds were pouring in all night and I was desperately wishing I had brought an eye mask (or that they provided one like they did ear plugs). 

Have you stayed here? If so, did you have a good experience? 

📍 Lodge at the Marconi

#dogfriendlyhotel #tomalesbay #dogfriendlybayarea #dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlytraveler 2025-09-03 20:33:41 I really wante.. 179 -88% 75 -45%
Thanks to invisiblefence’s GPS Flex™ Fence, Rue gets to experience all different types of backyards beyond her own! #InvisibleFenceBrandPartner

Key features that make this the perfect adventure sidekick for your dog (and piece of mind for you):

    •    Unlimited Fence Capabilities
    •    Real-time Tracking
    •    Waterproof Collar 
    •    Up to 80 Hours of Battery Life
    •    Built-in Night Mode

Use code RUBY50 for $50 off the GPS Flex™ Fence to give your dog their dream backyard, wherever you go, at InvisibleFence.com. 2025-09-02 20:36:25 .. 68 -95% 52 -62%
Let those intrusive thoughts out girlies! It’s our time to shine 🎃🍂👻🪾🪄

#halloween #fallishere #diycostume #dogfriendlytravel #dogmomlife 2025-09-01 20:30:58 Let thos.. 210 -86% 64 -53%
Take your pup to the ballgame ⚾️ Get ready for the sfgiants last Dog Day of the year on Sept 27 @ 1:05p! 

Comment GIANTS for the ticket link & 10% off your tickets ‼️Make sure you’re following us so the link comes through. The discount is applied at checkout. 

Gameday Details —

🗓️ Sat., Sept 27 at 1:05p sfgiants vs. rockies 
🎟️ Tickets start at $79 and are required for you AND your dog
🐾 Dog-friendly seats are in the bleachers 
🍃 Grassy areas surrounding the stadium for potty breaks before entering for the parade walk and before going to your seats
⏰ Arrive early to walk in the parade around the warning track
🐶 Dogs must be up to date on vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella)
✨ Partial proceeds from each ticket sale benefits sanfranciscospca

#SFGiants #SFGiantsDogDay #onlyinsf #dogfriendlyplaces #dogfriendlybayarea #sfgiantsbaseball 2025-08-28 20:34:53 .. 1,866 +25% 474 +247%
Turning a vacation rental into Rue’s personal backyard with invisiblefence’s GPS Flex™ Fence 🐾🏠 I love that we’re no longer limited to rentals with fenced in backyards. Now we can just make our own. #InvisibleFenceBrandPartner

Use code RUBY50 for $50 off the GPS Flex™ Fence to give your dog their dream backyard, wherever you go, at InvisibleFence.com. 2025-08-27 20:30:36 Turning a.. 157 -89% 58 -58%
The first sign of fall 🤗🍁🎃🍂

#pslseason #fallgirlies #dogmom 2025-08-26 20:29:08 The first sig.. 361 -76% 89 -35%
Enjoy mild temps, dog-friendly beaches, welcoming wineries, and a trendy art and food scene during this dog-friendly day in visitsantabarbara!

📌 SAVE/SHARE this itinerary —

Start your morning at helenaavenuebakery - an artisan scratch kitchen with a dog-friendly patio and delish menu options for breakfast and lunch.

Then head to Arroyo Burro/ hendrysbeach for an off leash romp. And don’t worry about the after clean up - there’s a dog bath area in the parking lot. 

Venture to State Street and the funkzonesantabarbara for shopping & wine tasting. State Street is pedestrian only and the Funk Zone spans for several blocks with several cute murals in between the establishments. 

Take the views and a light lunch at the hillside hideaway elencanto.sb - an iconic resort in the area. 

Next bop around Santa Barbara to all the best photo-worthy spots like the Chromatic Gate, City Hall, Paseo Nuevo steps, and Old Mission. 

Wrap up your dog at the Douglas Family Preserve - an off leash dog park that sits above Arroyo Beach and spans 70 acres of oceanfront land. 

Head to Montecito for a special dinner at Stonehouse in sanysidroranch that delivers all the vibes on their outdoor patio and has a pup menu.

#visitsantabarbara #dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlyplaces #dogfriendlytraveler #dogfriendlycalifornia 2025-08-25 20:30:54 Enjoy mild temps.. 468 -69% 58 -58%
I can’t believe she’s 9 🥹 Happiest of birthdays (yesterday) to the girl that perfectly matches my personality - a lover of travel and couch rotting inbetween. You still have your evening sass and love for walkies and car rides. You’re an inner circle girlie through and through and refuse to believe you’re a dog. I can’t imagine life without you and will forever celebrate you on the daily.

Rue’s ladybow if from thefoggydog (RUBY10) and her crown is from maxandcopets 

#dogbirthday #dogmomlife 2025-08-24 20:35:35 I can’t b.. 0 -100% 231 +69%
Giveaway Closed | Congrats joey_theweenie 🎉 

To celebrate National Dog Day, we’re teaming up with baeboats, fishrestaurantsausalito & fi.dogs for a fun dog-friendly experience in Sausalito!

One lucky winner will get to experience:
✨baeboats’ newly launched 2-hour Premiere Pup Cruise in Sausalito 
✨A picnic spread provided by fishrestaurantsausalito for your boat ride
✨fi.dogs Series 3+ Dog Collar, a 6 month subscription, & branded goodies

How to enter:
✨ Follow hellorubydoodle, baeboats, fishrestaurantsausalito, & fi.dogs
✨ Like, Save & Share this post
✨ Tag a friend (human or furry) you’d love to bring along (each tag is an entry, unlimited entries)

The giveaway ends on 8/25 at 11:59 PM PT. The winner will be notified via DM by baeboats on National Dog Day 8/26.

No purchase necessary. Based on availability. Open to U.S. residents. 

#giveaway #dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlyplaces #sausalito #nationaldogday 2025-08-20 20:30:16 Give.. 773 -48% 1,186 +768%
Welcome to the Sanctuary Beach Resort✨ a dog-friendly beachfront resort for your bucket list!

Things to know —
✨Recently refreshed with a modern, coastal charm
✨Rooms, suites, and villas nestled on the beach
✨Avg nightly rate is -$500
✨Short drive to downtown Monterey
✨$50/per night pet fee
✨2 Dogs and cats welcome up to 90lbs

Amenities —
🌊 Secluded dog-friendly beach
🔥 Nightly bonfires
🍽️ Delicious on-site restaurant saltwoodkitchen
🚲 Complimentary bikes
🧘🏻‍♀️ Beach yoga and hikes on the weekends
🌐 Bocce ball court & lawn games
🚘 Complimentary parking

📍 Marina, CA 

#dogfriendlyhotel #dogfriendlytravel #seemonterey#thesanctuarybeachresort #saltwoodkitchen 2025-08-19 20:03:29 .. 16,390 +998% 60 -56%
Not sure how I’m going to top this one this year 😅 Stay tuned to see how we celebrate Rue this weekend! 

#rubyandlambies #dogbirthday #dogmomlife #lambchoptoy 2025-08-18 20:32:41 Not sure how I’m goi.. 310 -79% 66 -52%
Ruby’s birthday bash last year was so epic. I’m still a bit on the fence with how to celebrate her 9th birthday this weekend 🙈 I want to do something fun at home and out and about, so stay tuned to see what we come up with! 

#dogbirthday #dogmomlife #lifewithadog 2025-08-17 20:35:34 Ruby’s birthday ba.. 0 -100% 114 -17%
Is your dog happiest at the beach? Add these scenic, off-leash spots to your bucket list! 📌 Each location allows your pup to roam freely while you enjoy Northern California’s beautiful coastlines and iconic landmarks.

Which beach tops your list?

📍 Baker Beach | San Francisco
📍 Kiva Beach | Lake Tahoe
📍 Rodeo Beach | Marin Headlands
📍 Crissy Beach | San Francisco
📍 Carmel Beach | Carmel-by-the-Sea
📍 Noyo Beach | Fort Bragg

#dogfriendlybeaches #dogfriendlycalifornia #onlyinsf #southlaketahoe #carmelbythesea 2025-08-13 20:36:03 Is.. 310 -79% 76 -44%
Save this for itinerary for spending a dog-friendly day in North Lake Tahoe 📌 

8a wake up at an airbnb 

9a Grab breakfast at Coffee And where they serve up old fashioned homestyle breakfast and have a dog-friendly patio

10a Walk off breakfast around Downtown visittruckeetahoe and pop into some of the shops. Most of them open around 10a

11a Head towards visitdonnerlake (less than 10 mins from Truckee) and stop at Donner Pass to take in the view

11:30a One of the cool things about Donner Lake is there’s 37 public docks on the water. They get claimed fast and parking be a little tricky, but find an empty one to hang out on for a bit.

12:30p Before leaving the area, stop into littletruckeeicecreamery for a tasty treat that’s perfect for a warm day

1:30p Hit the water for the rest of the day with truckeeriverrafting to float the Truckee River. Floats launch between 9-2:30 with departures every 30 minutes. Bring lunch and beverages with you for the float. They provide lifejackets for humans & dogs, but we brought our own for Ruby to ensure the size was right. The float lasts 2-3 hours depending on your pace and then a shuttle will bring you back to your car.

5p Take the Highlands Gondola to Happy Hour at the ritzcarltonlaketahoe. The gondola is free to the public and dog-friendly year round.

7p Make dinner back at your airbnb and chill for the rest of the evening

#dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlytraveler #visitlaketahoe #truckee #dogfriendlyitinerary 2025-08-12 20:31:53 Save this for itin.. 891 -40% 85 -38%
Who thinks all airports should have open-air spaces? 🙋🏻‍♀️

📍 flypsp 
• Conveniently located downtown
• Very easy to navigate
• Plenty of natural greenspace for the pet relief area

#travelingwithadog #dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlytraveler #visitpalmsprings visitpalmsprings 2025-08-11 20:35:00 Who .. 192 -87% 53 -61%
Things might get a little cringe the more you swipe, but we figured it was time for a reintroduction 👋🏻 If you’re new around here, you obviously know that we love to share dog-friendly adventures, but what you might not know is that we also love to celebrate: birthdays, spooky szn, Christmas…all the things. The ber months are our holy grail and the one time of year our content gets a festive sprinkle. 

Say hi in the comments and tell us a bit about you + your pup👇🏻

#dogmom #dogfriendlytravel 2025-08-10 20:41:20 Things mi.. 0 -100% 112 -18%
Let’s talk packing! 🧳 Packing always feels like the most stressful part of traveling. Do I have everything I need, what if I run out of XYZ, is it going to rain…? 

I got tired of feeling like I was always forgetting something or creating different lists based on the type of trip we were taking, sooo I made the ultimate packing list. A Google sheet that lists anything and everything I need to pack no matter the dog-friendly adventure. I can filter the sheet by adventure type (think beach, glamping, etc.), sort by human and hound items, check a box when an item has been packed, and it’ll even track my packing progress by bag. 

Oh, and did I mention I’ve been testing it for the past year so it’s pretty freaking comprehensive. 

If you can relate and want to make this part of traveling easier too, comment PACKING and I’ll send you the 🔗 to our newest digital product: The Ultimate Travel Packing List

#dogfriendlytravel #packinglist #travelingwithdogs 2025-08-06 20:37:46 Let’s t.. 105 -93% 77 -44%
How to spend a dog-friendly day in Mendocino (with timestamps) 📌 

🏕️ Wake up at mendocino_grove & enjoy breakfast at your glampsite or the complimentary light breakfast at The Meadow Commons

🐾 Hit the dog park and walk the trail around the property to start your morning

🛶 The trail connects to a path you walk down to the river to rent an outrigger from Catch a Canoe to spend some time on the water (and maybe see some wildlife)

🧼 After your water adventure it’s time to get cleaned up back at the wash station at Mendocino Grove and enjoy lunch at your glampsite

🥾 Then head north to Ruassian Gulch State Park to walk the coastal trail and take in the amazing views of the Mendocino Coast and the Russian Gulch Bridge

🚂 Then hop aboard the Skunk Train for a scenic ride into the redwood forest. You can stay as long as you’d like at Glen Blair. The outpost turns into a bar at night if you’d like to ride later.

🍽️ Grab dinner at Ravens Restaurant (plant based menu) where dogs are welcome inside or the menu isn’t your jam then grab some amazing wood fired pizza at The Brickery in downtown Mendocino.

🔥 As your day comes to an end, relax and unwind by a campfire. 2025-08-05 20:36:14 .. 871 -42% 58 -58%
Steal this itinerary for the perfect summer day in South Lake Tahoe with your dog 📌 

Grab breakfast to go from drinkcoffee_dostuff 

Stretch those paws on Kiva Beach | IMO this is the best dog-friendly beach in Tahoe and if you go early you can have it all to yourself.

Treat yourself to some souvenirs at dogdogcattahoe in Heavenly Village

Get on the water. The shoreline tour through clearlytahoe is dog-friendly but they do have a weight restriction for pups, so if you have a bigger dog grab a rental in town or find one at a local beach area. It’ll be just as fun!

Enjoy the patio at azul_latin_kitchen for lunch. We never skip having a meal here when we visit and if you’re a vegetarian the queso and sweet potato tacos are delish 😋 

Take some time to relax back at your hotel. desolationhotel is our fav luxury option, but there are so many hotels in the area to choose from for any budget. 

Dine inside with your dog at Jimmy’s at The Landing. The menu is a bit upscale and so yummy. They even have a pup menu and welcome dogs inside.

Take in a sunset on the lake. One of my favorite spots is Cave Rock. There’s a bit of a scramble at the end for an unobstructed view of the lake and sunset so if that isn’t your vibe then head to Emerald Bay instead.

#dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlytahoe #dogfriendlyitinerary #visitsouthlaketahoe 2025-08-04 20:33:28 Steal thi.. 12,932 +766% 163 +19%
How is it already August?! Anyone else feel like summer has just flown by extra fast this year?💨I’m obviously excited to be another month closer to 🍂🎃, but I’d like time to slow down a bit. 

July was a mixed bag of highs and lows for us. Hbu?

🎉 I celebrated another year around the sun 

🏨 We crossed a new dog-friendly property off our list and visited an area of CA we haven’t been before, but our 4-day visit became a 2-day one with Rue refusing to eat every single meal. 

📸 I got a new toy [fujifilmx_us x100vi] 

🏡 The weather was abnormally mild in the Bay Area & we took full advantage of our outdoor space at home 

🚤 Rue got to play captain as we cruised around Richardson Bay in Sausalito 

❤️‍🩹 Rue and I probably had our worst months to date - she’s been experiencing a lot of appetite issues, the appetite stimulant made her sick, and her rollercoaster of good and bad days has had my stress at an all time high where I’ve felt like I can’t do anything else but focus on her every hour of the day. 

IB okaynotts 

#julyrecap #dogmomlife #dogfriendlytravel 2025-08-01 20:35:28 .. 0 -100% 49 -64%
Which one are you adding to your list? 🏨🐶✨ 

When traveling with your dog, lodging can make or break the trip. These properties feel like a destination in themselves and have been a part of some wonderful memories with Ruby.

1. cavallopoint [Sausalito, CA] - This property lives rent free in my brain. The views are epic. There is so much greenspace with dog-friendly trails around the property. And the on-site restaurant is delicious and has a pup menu!

2. postcardcabins [Running Springs, CA] - A wonderful property to truly disconnect and reconnect with another. Rue loved watching nature from the big window and was so zen being immersed in nature (but still with all the amenities of staying at a hotel).

3. mendocino_grove [Mendocino, CA] - Another wonderful property to immerse yourself in nature. Rue is such an outdoor dog and truly loved sleeping in a tent (in a cozy bed ofc) and wondering around the redwood filled property. The grounds also have a fenced in dog area (perfect for potty breaks) and a dog wash that was used a few times after our adventures.

4. sanctuarybeachresort [Marina, CA] - Probably our top stay in 2024. If you’re dog loves the beach, then staying in a beachfront cottage where your dogs paws immediately hit the sand when you step outside your door is going to be their favorite thing. They even have a fancy pup menu and a stick library!

5. dawnranch [Guerneville, CA] - I loved this property for the cozy, elevated design and the easy access to the Russian River. The cottages can be a bit small, so it might not be as cozy if you’re traveling with a bigger dog, but Rue approved of the private deck attached to our cottage and all the greenspace and redwood smells.

6. autocamp Yosemite [Midpines, CA] - One of the best property locations in the area for visiting Yosemite National Park. The airstreams have elevated amenities which I appreciate and each one has their own outdoor patio space, which was Rue’s favorite spot to hang out.

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#dogfriendlyhotel #dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlyplaces #dogfriendlycalifornia 2025-07-29 20:33:47 Which one a.. 567 -62% 71 -48%
Any others you’d add to the list? 🐶🧳🚘 

Things to know when traveling with your dog —

1) Dog-friendly travel requires a lot of extra stuff. I gave up on being a light packer a long time ago in preference of being prepared for anything. I always want Rue to have the comforts of home, so she travels with her own suitcase now. 

2) Many dogs love car rides so don’t forget the journey to your destination is just as fun for them!

3) Snacks are mandatory when traveling and should always be handy. I have a stasherbag filled with treats on me at all times. (Water too!)

4) Rue always inspects where we’re staying as soon as we arrive and claims her spot on the bed before we’ve even unloaded the car 😆

5) No one likes messes at home and the same goes for when you’re traveling. We keep paw cleaner in the car and by the door of where we’re staying at all times. 

6) A travel mat is the perfect companion for anywhere you need your dog to settle. It provides a spot that’s a familiar “place” for them and it protects them from anything gross on the ground. We have one in every car and I pack it when we fly - it’s perfect for patios, planes, Ubers, etc. 

7) Dogs like routine and maintaining their daily schedule for meals, potty time, exercise, etc. is key to keeping them call and comfortable when visiting a new place. 

8) traveling with your dog makes trips so much more fun. You’ll have the best time and you’ll never want to leave them behind. 

#dogfriendlytravel #dogmom #dogfriendlyplaces #traveltips 2025-07-28 20:31:41 .. 247 -83% 78 -43%
If you’re looking for a dog-friendly getaway along the California coast with dramatic bluff views, a coastal trail that leads to a dog-friendly beach, spacious rooms with luxury pet amenities, and a bougie in-room pet menu then look no further than the Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay. 

✔️Spacious, dog-friendly rooms
✔️Plush dog bed and bowls offered in-room
✔️Bougie in-room pet menu
✔️Dog-friendly coastal trail and beach with a lot of green space & waste stations

Pet Policy — 
• 2 pups welcome (website says 40lb weight restriction but we always see bigger dogs around the property)
• $250 pet fee (this one hurts)

#dogfriendlyhotel #dogfriendlytravel #dogfriendlyplaces #visithalfmoonbay #dogfriendlybayarea 2025-07-25 20:14:08 I.. 392 -74% 3 -98%

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