Woman Drops $4,000 For Pet-Free Family Vacation, SIL Tries To Sneak Her Dog Into Airbnb, Woman Cancels And Leaves SIL Stranded (2024)

Woman Drops $4,000 For Pet-Free Family Vacation, SIL Tries To Sneak Her Dog Into Airbnb, Woman Cancels And Leaves SIL Stranded (1)

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There’s a million-billion things that could go wrong on vacation. No matter how much you try, there will always be something that is off because Murphy’s Law or any other supernatural force hates it when we have nice things.

And it was no different for this woman, who went on vacation with her family. And one family member decided to completely ignore a key rule that their Airbnb had—no pets allowed. Despite this, she brought her dog along with her.

Needless to say, that didn’t go well as someone’s holiday was totally ruined. Not everyone’s, mind you. Only someone’s.

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There’s a million-billion things that could go wrong on vacation, and now ‘bringing your dog despite a no pet rule’ also makes the list

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Reddit user u/Rich_Butterscotch850 has recently shared a story on the Am I The A-Hole subreddit of how her sister-in-law tried to effectively ruin the family vacation by refusing to comply with that one single rule their accommodation had. And that was no pets.

The story goes that OP booked an Airbnb for herself, her husband, her sister-in-law and her husband. Their 1-week stay in Tampa, Florida amounted to $4,000, which OP had taken upon herself to cover. You see, OP and her hubby are well-off, so they figured they’d cover the vacation cost so everyone could enjoy themselves without worry.

A Redditor recently shared how their sister-in-law ignored the Airbnb’s no pet rule and had their vacation cut short because of it

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OP and the husband decided to take a plane there because it would have otherwise been a 15-hour drive by car. That did not bother the sister-in-law, though, because it turned out to be cheaper for them, so they did just that.

It is important to note at this point that the Airbnb they were staying at did not allow pets.

So, OP and her SO arrived, SIL and her hubby were already in the driveway, awaiting their arrival. The sister asked if they had the keys—they did, picked them up on the way from the airport. “Oh, good, give them to me quick so I can get Brute inside without being seen.”

Wait, what?

Despite being fully aware of it, OP’s sister-in-law brought her dog to an Airbnb that did not allow for pets, but OP decided she was having none of it

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OP stopped dead in her tracks, asking what gives—in a much more aggressive tone—expecting that this was perhaps some sick joke. It wasn’t. The sister-in-law kept explaining that she couldn’t find anyone to look after him and trying to guilt-trip OP with how he’s old and “house broken.”

All the while, the Redditor’s husband was sitting in the background, shaking his head, dumbfounded by what was unraveling in front of him. OP herself was surprised by how anyone could ignore an Airbnb rule and not think of the consequences.

So, OP sat in her car and drove to the Airbnb host. There, she got a refund, dropped off the keys and explained the situation. While the host was appreciative of the honesty and kind enough to let the two stay, OP declined, saying the place was just too big for them. Instead, they got an inexpensive hotel for $1,800, instead of the initial $4,000 for the Airbnb.

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So, OP got back in the car, went to the host, got the deposit back, and booked a cheaper place just for herself and her hubby, stranding the SIL and her husband

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During this time, the sister was constantly calling OP, saying she couldn’t afford to stay there, and she didn’t bring anything with her. OP, however, chose to ignore all of it because, in her eyes, the sister made an attempt to ruin their whole trip. A trip she herself paid for in full, no less.

Even the mother-in-law started getting involved, pleading to at least give the sister some money for food, but OP was having none of it, and told her they could go home.

And the community was all in support of OP. For the most part, many pointed out that it is the sister-in-law’s own fault—not only because of failure to find a dog-sitter, but also because folks shouldn’t go on vacation if they can’t afford them at all. So, if anything, she only has herself to blame.

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Woman Drops $4,000 For Pet-Free Family Vacation, SIL Tries To Sneak Her Dog Into Airbnb, Woman Cancels And Leaves SIL Stranded (2024)

FAQs

What happens if you bring dog to Airbnb? ›

There isn't a standard fee that Airbnb charges for pets. Instead, Airbnb allows the hosts the right to include a fee for pets in their listings. These charges can range anywhere from $5 to $100. Pet fees aren't usually displayed on your total booking price at checkout.

Can Airbnb host deny service dogs? ›

When a guest is accompanied by a service animal, Hosts are not allowed to: Refuse a reservation. Charge pet fees or other additional fees. Apply differential treatment.

What do dogs think when you leave them for a week? ›

Your dog will naturally miss you when you go away on holiday. They are one of the few pets capable of feeling love in the same way as humans do. Dogs also want to protect you, so their anxiety levels rise when you're away and their sense of purpose disappears.

Are pets allowed assistance animals always allowed Airbnb? ›

We recognize that service animals are not pets, and that they serve a critical function for their owners. A Host is required to accept service animals (even if they don't allow pets), except in limited health and safety circ*mstances. Learn more about finding places with accessibility features as well.

Does Airbnb not allow pets anymore? ›

Most Airbnb hosts choose not to allow pets, and of the small amount that allows pets, most opt only to allow smaller dogs. So, where does this leave big dog owners? Bigger animals come with bigger potential messes. However, this doesn't necessarily mean that you shouldn't make your listing pet-friendly.

What is the no pet rule on Airbnb? ›

Approvals for pets: Guests should not bring any pets inside a listing that is designated as “no pets” in the house rules, bring more pets than are approved into a listing, or fail to inform the Host about any pets brought inside the listing. Note that service animals are not considered pets.

How does Airbnb verify service animals? ›

In adherence to Airbnb's nondiscrimination policies, guests are not required to disclose any paperwork or documentation for their animal when booking a property. However, property hosts are allowed to ask questions like the ones below: Whether the animal is required due to a disability.

Can Airbnb charge a pet fee? ›

To make it even easier for Hosts to welcome pets, you can now add a pet fee to your pricing. If you choose to charge a pet fee, it'll be spread out equally over the course of the stay and shown both as part of the nightly rate, and in the total price at checkout.

What does a service pony do? ›

Typically ranging from 24–34 inches in height and weighing 71–100 pounds, these strong animals can push and pull heavy objects. They can offer both balance and mobility assistance to a handler. They are intelligent and possess excellent eyesight, including 350-degree peripheral vision and night vision.

Do dogs feel abandoned when you give them away? ›

Yes, your dog will miss you when you give them away. But dogs are incredibly resilient, and they live in the moment. It is normal for a dog to grieve the loss of their previous family and go through an acclimation period in their new home.

What do dogs think when you kiss them? ›

When you kiss your dog, you might notice signs suggesting they recognize a kiss as a sign of affection. However, as puppies, this is not something they would understand. But, as dogs age they may associate kisses and cuddles with their owners being happy with them — as petting and treats often follow.

Do dogs feel sad when you leave them? ›

Your dog becomes distressed as soon as you leave. The first 15 minutes are the worst, during which time your dog becomes extremely upset. All the physiological signs of fear may be present – an increase in heart and breathing rate, panting, salivating, increased activity and, sometimes, a need to go to the toilet.

How many pets can you have in an Airbnb? ›

Updating your listing details

Update your house rules to tell guests how many pets you allow per stay, from one to five.

What is the Florida law for emotional support animals? ›

A person with a disability or a disability-related need must, upon the person's request and approval by a housing provider, be allowed to keep such animal in his or her dwelling as a reasonable accommodation in housing, and such person may not be required to pay extra compensation for such animal.

Does Mexico have service dog laws? ›

Mexico Service Dog Travel Laws

To enter into Mexico with your Service Dog, you must have; Proof of rabies vaccination at least 15 days prior to entry.

Does Airbnb charge extra for dogs? ›

Airbnb pet fees are meant to offset the costs associated with allowing pets, such as additional cleaning. These fees can vary in range, but they are set by the property owners as a flat fee and are charged in the overall total price, not as a separate fee.

Do I have to tell my Airbnb host I have a service animal? ›

Disclosure of the presence of a service animal isn't necessary before booking an Airbnb. However, the company encourages guests to communicate their animals' presence when booking to foster an environment of transparency.

What is a normal pet fee for Airbnb? ›

The average pet fee is $20 per day or a $100 flat rate. We can see this in the following graphs which show the distribution of fees by the type of fee charged (flat rate or per night). For both types of fees, there is some right-skew to the data which is bringing the average up.

Why can't I filter for pets on Airbnb? ›

Looks like Airbnb have removed the “pets allowed” filter from their listing searches. Apparently in order to find out if pets allowed the gust has to go to each listing and look up the rules for each listing.

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