Dog owners often face a dilemma before traveling: should they leave their beloved pet with a sitter or at a kennel? Both options require considerable planning and logistics, which can be stressful and time-consuming for pet parents.
To streamline this process, Rome’s Fiumicino International Airport has opened one of the first on-site dog hotels at a major European airport, following a similar initiative in Frankfurt. The Dog Relais staff even retrieve pups directly from the terminal, allowing travelers to proceed straight to their flights without worry.
Basic rooms at the dog hotel cost about $47 and feature temperature-controlled floors and private gardens. At night, ambient music tuned to a low, soft frequency of 432 hertz—designed to promote relaxation—is played through the room’s speakers.
The hotel also offers a range of optional extras, including traditional services such as grooming, bathing, and teeth cleaning. More indulgent treatments are available too, such as aromatherapy with lavender or peppermint scents to help calm dogs, or arnica cream massages to soothe aching muscles and joints.
For owners who want to stay connected, a premium room option is available for $70. These rooms are equipped with screens that provide round-the-clock video calls, allowing owners to check in on their pets anytime.
In addition to serving travelers, the facility also offers daycare services for local dog owners in need of reliable care during the day.
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