Traveling with your pet can be a very fun experience. What better way for you and your loyal companion to explore new surroundings and adventures? Now before anyone takes a trip they should be well prepared. Since pets can not do preparations for themselves, you will have to do it for your pet. Here is some general advice and tips you should know before you take your pet along on a trip.
Check Your Pet’s Condition.
You should be aware of your pet’s physical condition before traveling. You should go to your veterinarian to check on your pet. Make sure your pet has all the necessary vaccinations and health certificates. Pets that are sick, pregnant, too young or old shouldn’t be taken on a trip, and you should instead consider a pet sitter when you leave.
Driving in a Car
When you have your pet in a car, you should have it in a carrier or a pet seatbelt. Don’t allow your pet to stick its head out of the window. Besides the possibility of being hit by something, your pet can become carsick. If the weather is hot, you should have the air conditioning on.
When you drive, you should take several breaks to let your pet go to the bathroom. Never let your pet stay unattended for long periods of time in the car alone, even in a shaded area (the shade will move over time). The car might over-heat and dehydrate your pet.
You should not let your pet loose when traveling. The pet might run into traffic, get lost, etc.
Things to Bring for Your Pet
* Pet Food - You should feed your pet the brand you usually feed it, and avoid suddenly changing the diet. So if you are unsure where you are going will have the brand, bring some food.
* Bring Water - Bring about two - three gallons of water
* Two leashes and a extra collar
* Photograph of pet - There has been times when pets became lost when traveling with their owners. You should also bring a description of your pet. These will help greatly if unfortunately your pet becomes lost.
* Pet toys
* First aid kits
* Pet comb/brush
The general advice in this article will be helpful to anyone who wants to travel with his or her pet.
Resources:
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As we journey,
Larry
A Guide To Pet Travel
Friday, July 9, 2010
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Tips For Pet Travel In The Car
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When Do You Use A Dog Seat Cover Or A Dog Carrier For Your Car
Many people do not when to use the dog seat cover or a dog carrier for their dog when their dog travels with them. Read on to learn which is more suitable for you - a dog seat cover or a dog carrier
As a dog owner, you want to bring your dog with you for a drive but you are concerned about your leather car seat being scratched or dirtied. You can either get a dog seat cover for your car or a dog carrier for your dog. But which is better?
There are a wide variety of dog carriers and dog seat covers available in the market. It can be a headache when you do not know which is more suitable for your dog and your car.
So, how do you decide which is more suitable for your dog and your car - a dog carrier or a dog seat cover?
The answer will depend on the size of your dog and how you will like to travel with your dog.
For big dogs like Collies, German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers, it's not possible to fit them in those carriers. Usually, these big dogs are put at the back seat of the car. Thus, a dog seat cover for your car's back seat is more suitable for your dog. A dog seat cover can protect your dog from falling off the car seat when you stop at the traffic lights. At the same time, the dog seat cover helps to keep your car clean from mud, dirt or grass or even your dog hair. Your leather car seat is also protected from scratches by your dog's sharp paws.
For smaller dogs like Shih Tzus, Chihuahuas, Yorkshire Terriers and other toy dogs, they are best transported using dog carriers. As they are quite small, it is safer for them in the carrier than leaving them on the back seat, even if you use dog seat covers. A dog carrier has big enough space for the smaller dogs to move around and it is big and heavy enough to stay still on the seat and not slide around.
Nowadays, dog carriers are fashionable items. But please bear in mind that functionality and comfort for your dog must come first before anything else. The dog owner must be comfortable carrying the dog carrier and the dog must be able to stretch inside comfortably. If you use a dog carrier, here's a simple tip for you: Put a soft blanket or your dog's favourite toy in the carrier. This will make it more comfortable for your dog, and it'll also help to keep your dog more calm and relaxed throughout the car journey.
Just follow these simple guidelines and you'll have no problems choosing between the right car seat cover or dog carrier for your car and your dog.
And for further tips on traveling with your pet.......Click Here!
Larry,
http://www.squidoo.com/friendlypettravel
When Do You Use A Dog Seat Cover Or A Dog Carrier For Your Car
Many people do not when to use the dog seat cover or a dog carrier for their dog when their dog travels with them. Read on to learn which is more suitable for you - a dog seat cover or a dog carrier
As a dog owner, you want to bring your dog with you for a drive but you are concerned about your leather car seat being scratched or dirtied. You can either get a dog seat cover for your car or a dog carrier for your dog. But which is better?
There are a wide variety of dog carriers and dog seat covers available in the market. It can be a headache when you do not know which is more suitable for your dog and your car.
So, how do you decide which is more suitable for your dog and your car - a dog carrier or a dog seat cover?
The answer will depend on the size of your dog and how you will like to travel with your dog.
For big dogs like Collies, German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers, it's not possible to fit them in those carriers. Usually, these big dogs are put at the back seat of the car. Thus, a dog seat cover for your car's back seat is more suitable for your dog. A dog seat cover can protect your dog from falling off the car seat when you stop at the traffic lights. At the same time, the dog seat cover helps to keep your car clean from mud, dirt or grass or even your dog hair. Your leather car seat is also protected from scratches by your dog's sharp paws.
For smaller dogs like Shih Tzus, Chihuahuas, Yorkshire Terriers and other toy dogs, they are best transported using dog carriers. As they are quite small, it is safer for them in the carrier than leaving them on the back seat, even if you use dog seat covers. A dog carrier has big enough space for the smaller dogs to move around and it is big and heavy enough to stay still on the seat and not slide around.
Nowadays, dog carriers are fashionable items. But please bear in mind that functionality and comfort for your dog must come first before anything else. The dog owner must be comfortable carrying the dog carrier and the dog must be able to stretch inside comfortably. If you use a dog carrier, here's a simple tip for you: Put a soft blanket or your dog's favourite toy in the carrier. This will make it more comfortable for your dog, and it'll also help to keep your dog more calm and relaxed throughout the car journey.
Just follow these simple guidelines and you'll have no problems choosing between the right car seat cover or dog carrier for your car and your dog.
And for further tips on traveling with your pet.......Click Here!
Larry,
http://www.squidoo.com/friendlypettravel
Friday, April 9, 2010
A Guide To Travelling With Your Pet
The choices for our family were always take him (her) or leave them with the dog kennel. Many hotels/motels, campgrounds etc. were not really pet friendly. And, the bother of sneaking them up the backstairs of the Holiday Inn was not the best thing to do.
Hotels and Campgrounds have become increasingly more open to guests bringing their pets along for the trip. It makes it so easy on the pet owners because they feel welcome with their pets being with them and in a place wheere they are not looked down on.
A large variety of hotels/motels, campgrounds exist that have facilities for your pets and actually welcome pet owners and their pets.
I will be posting places and advice for making travelling with your pet a satisfying and together experience.
Larry
lrrpitts3@gmail.com.
Hotels and Campgrounds have become increasingly more open to guests bringing their pets along for the trip. It makes it so easy on the pet owners because they feel welcome with their pets being with them and in a place wheere they are not looked down on.
A large variety of hotels/motels, campgrounds exist that have facilities for your pets and actually welcome pet owners and their pets.
I will be posting places and advice for making travelling with your pet a satisfying and together experience.
Larry
lrrpitts3@gmail.com.
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