after arriving, she agreed that it was hard to tell if we were still practicing or just in a very very early time. it was so peaceful there and i loved just hanging out, drinking wine and eating cheese. it is natural for people to want to be part of a group, and if you give them that feeling, they are more likely to return to your site. but the whole idea is to give them the experience. and that is why they work so hard at it. sorry, but no, pets of any kind are not permitted. 