Sarah Whitman's booklet, Dismantling the Dogma, addresses several social misconceptions behind "no dogs allowed" policies, and makes the case for what most pet parents already know -- companion animals are family members.

Dismantling the Dogma focuses heavily on the challenges dog guardians currently face while making travel arrangements. For example, the booklet outlines the financial burden of arranging dog care, along with the emotional stress of leaving a dog behind--at home or in a boarding facility--while traveling. Long distance car travel, shopping while traveling, and boarding are discussed. Importantly, the booklet focuses on the risky and stressful option of putting a dog in the cargo hold of an airplane.

Pulling these factors and others together, a case is made for allowing dogs to freely accompany and travel with their human guardians as any family member would.

Visit the website for Dismantling the Dogma.