I think this is a valid and fair argument for the higher pet fees, but it also seems unfair that those of us with pets being treated with preventative meds for fleas and that don't leave pet stains should have to take on those extra fees also. Basically, neither the hotel nor the "trained" pets should be taking on more fees than are fair. I would prefer to pay a larger deposit that would be refunded in a couple of days or something like that. I also think that hotels should only be booking rooms with laminate floors to pet owners. It seems silly to rent out rooms with carpet that might require more intense cleaning methods.

I'm not a hotel owner, but if I was, I think I'd have one or two rooms that were intended specifically for guests with pets. I definitely wouldn't allow them to be booked into any room in the hotel. I don't know how you could solve the problem. Maybe just offer a kennel on or off site as another option? Oh well, for now, I'll just pick the hotels that seem the most appropriate for our needs.