A survey of 2,000 dog owners revealed many feel the luxuries of a hotel stay should not be exclusively for them, with 28 per cent claiming they would compromise their own hotel experience if it meant their dog has the perfect stay.

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This love for their canine companions has resulted in 23 per cent of holiday hunters spending more than 40 minutes scouring the web to compare dog-friendly hotels to make sure their pet has the best possible vacation.

Hotel booking platform justhooit.com, that commissioned the research, has created the Platinum Paws Guide, a new hotel grading system for dog-friendly hotels.

Duncan McKenna, founder of justhooit.com, said: “Pets have always been a part of our family but now more than ever they are starting to enjoy all the same experiences.

“Often, we feel they are overlooked by the hotel industry and are simply seen as an addition with an extra charge to have them stay.

“The platinum paws were set up to give Brits the best information on dog friendly hotels so that their pooches could get the best experience.

“It’s time for the whole family to be accounted for when planning staycations and holidays.”

A dog bed and dog bowl are two amenities hotel hunting pet owners believe should be included.

While 32 per cent think a detailed guide to local dog walking spots should always be available.

Their results are based on three key criteria: relaxation, amenities and service.

It features dog-friendly hotels in the UK such as Luton Hoo in Bedfordshire, which offers the opportunity to explore the 1,065-acre estate.

The Chesterfield in Mayfair has an onsite veterinary care unit, and Hotel 41 in Victoria which offers doggie-friendly champagne upon arrival.

The study also found 63 per cent of owners want to see a dog-friendly rating system used across the whole hotel industry.

And just over half think there is more to be done by UK hotels to accommodate their beloved pets.

Meanwhile 34 per cent of dog owners have witnessed their dog showing signs of stress and anxiety while staying in hotels that did not adequately suit their pup’s needs.

If this were the case, 41 per cent of those polled, via OnePoll, would cut their own holiday short.