I am new to the forum. I don't even have an RV or MH or any other type of camper at the moment. I figured it would be more prudent to learn all I can here from others before I make the investment! =) I have read many posts about dogs at campsites but more in the way of just basic, common sense rules or requests of controlling their barking, keeping them leashed and cleaning up after them. I have also read that some campsites have weight limits on the size of the dog. I have 2 St. Bernard's weighing in at 110 lbs. (female) and 150 lbs. (male, her son) and they would definitely be on the road with me. How commonplace are these weight restrictions? Also, I love attending local fiber festivals with fiber-producing animals in tow. Because they are local, it's not much to transport them to these events. However, I would love to broaden our horizons a little bit (lol!). Would a MH be able to tow a livestock trailer? (Small one...) And does anyone know where we might stop to rest overnight if our destination is more than a day's travel away?

We too have a couple Bernards..... they are nothing more than overgrown puppies. LOL)) Not sure about weight restrictions at campgrounds, but there is usually some language about agressive breeds. The worst a St. Bernard will do to you is run you over, trying to play with you. They are just big babies!!

Some campgrounds have size or weight restrictions, but many do not, including most public campgrounds. It is always wise, if you're not sure, to call ahead, but you shouldn't run into problems, so go ahead and get that RV and take your Bernards. They will love it. Of course, your Saints are small compared to the official record for the breed, 315 pounds!As for towing a livestock trailer, I have seen many motorhomes pulling horse trailers, so the main thing you need to worry about (other than things like brakes, WDH, and other important safety issues) is the towing capacity of the RV relative to the weight of the trailer, including the livestock, feed and supplies when fully loaded. I don't know about campgrounds that allow livestock, except that some do have sites reserved for campers with horses. You might look into fairgrounds and other facilities that are often equipped for camping with livestock.On editing, I thought I would mention that there are several websites (petswelcome.com, dogfriendly.com, and more) that will list pet-friendly campgrounds, and you can often find pet restrictions listed in campground guides. It is still wise, though, to call ahead to be sure. Good luck and we hope to see you and your Saints on the road.

a source of information about hauling livestock across state lines, etc. is the PRCA the pro rodeo cowboy association. I know there are campgrounds with small corrals, etc all over the country, but can't tell you where they are.I know there are restrictions on hauling hay...has to be weed free certified, etc.The rodeo horses also have to have health cards showing vet exams and/or shots if needed, etc. So start with the PRCA.as for the two giant dogs.... yes, you'll run into a few rv parks with restrictions based on size, so you'll just have to ask each one. State and Federal campgrounds usually don't ban dogs of any kind, but will require them to be leashed.

Best thing to do, is to figure where you'd like to go, then go on one of the CG review sites (RVParkReviews.com for example) to find the CGs and their websites for the areas you want to visit. Once on their website, you can see if there are issues with different breeds, or if they allow any dogs at all (some don't).If you ever get down to NC, there is a wonderful CG that is completely geared to dog owners, and in fact, would rather you left your kids at home:Bhttp://fourpawskingdom.com/And for an overview of Dog Friendly places.....go to DogFriendly.comHappy Camping:)

There are livestock trailers with living quarters for humans. I've seen them often in municipal and country RV parks in this part of the country.Another option, pulling larger trailers, is a "toter home" on the back of a Class 5 to Class 8 tractor. I see these pulling larger horse vans and cattle trucks, probably a lot more trailer than you would need for sheep, goats, alpaca, etc.Not so much RVing, as these are usually carrying working animals, for professional or commercial use, and as such they are also not pets. Working horses for round-up, rodeo, racing; dogs for competition and hunting; show livestock on the state and county fair circuits. I think toting around livestock will limit the places you are welcome to stay, more so than a couple of pets, even large ones.

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TexasShadow
Explorer II
Jul 11, 2013
a source of information about hauling livestock across state lines, etc. is the PRCA the pro rodeo cowboy association. I know there are campgrounds with small corrals, etc all over the country, but can't tell you where they are.
I know there are restrictions on hauling hay...has to be weed free certified, etc.
The rodeo horses also have to have health cards showing vet exams and/or shots if needed, etc.
So start with the PRCA.
as for the two giant dogs.... yes, you'll run into a few rv parks with restrictions based on size, so you'll just have to ask each one. State and Federal campgrounds usually don't ban dogs of any kind, but will require them to be leashed.
Dashonthedash
Explorer
Jul 11, 2013
Some campgrounds have size or weight restrictions, but many do not, including most public campgrounds. It is always wise, if you're not sure, to call ahead, but you shouldn't run into problems, so go ahead and get that RV and take your Bernards. They will love it. Of course, your Saints are small compared to the official record for the breed, 315 pounds!

As for towing a livestock trailer, I have seen many motorhomes pulling horse trailers, so the main thing you need to worry about (other than things like brakes, WDH, and other important safety issues) is the towing capacity of the RV relative to the weight of the trailer, including the livestock, feed and supplies when fully loaded. I don't know about campgrounds that allow livestock, except that some do have sites reserved for campers with horses. You might look into fairgrounds and other facilities that are often equipped for camping with livestock.

On editing, I thought I would mention that there are several websites (petswelcome.com, dogfriendly.com, and more) that will list pet-friendly campgrounds, and you can often find pet restrictions listed in campground guides. It is still wise, though, to call ahead to be sure. Good luck and we hope to see you and your Saints on the road.
empty_nest
Explorer
Jul 11, 2013
We too have a couple Bernards..... they are nothing more than overgrown puppies. LOL))

Not sure about weight restrictions at campgrounds, but there is usually some language about agressive breeds. The worst a St. Bernard will do to you is run you over, trying to play with you. They are just big babies!!

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