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June 1st, 2010, 10:09 PM
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With summer upon us, more road trips and vacations are inevitable. If you’re hitting the road soon and taking a pet along, here are tips for traveling safe, comfortably and smoothly with your furry friend.Keep your pet safe and secure in a well-ventilated crate or carrier. There are many types available, including wire mesh, hard plastic and soft-sided carriers. Whatever you choose, make sure it’s large enough for your pet to stand, sit, lie down and turn around in.
Prepare for your trip by making sure your pet is used to being in the crate prior to leaving. It’s also a wise idea to take them on a series of short drives before your road trip. Begin with short drives first then gradually lengthening them. Just make sure your pet’s crate is secure and does not shift or move.
It’s best if you don’t feed your pet while you’re in the car. And, it’s also smart to feed your pet its last meal approximately three or four hours prior to your departure time.
Before you hit the road, it’s always a great idea to microchip your pet for identification. Additionally, make sure to put on a collar with a tag displaying your home address, as well as a temporary travel tag with your cell phone, destination phone number and any other relevant contact information.
Although tempting, you shouldn’t allow your pet to ride with its head outside the window. This can subject him to inner ear damage and lung infections, and could potentially be injured by flying objects. You should always keep your pet in the back seat in the crate.
If you’re traveling across state lines, you should bring along your pet’s rabies vaccination record, as some states requires this proof at certain interstate crossings. While this generally isn’t a problem, it’s always smart to be on the safe side.
Lastly, humans aren’t the only ones who need travel kits. Your pet will need travel papers, food, a bowl, leash, waste scoop, plastic bags, grooming supplies, any necessary medication, a pet first aid kit and a favorite toy or blanket. Pets feel more comfortable when they have something familiar with them.
Happy traveling!
With summer upon us, more road trips and vacations are inevitable. If you’re hitting the road soon and taking a pet along, here are tips for traveling safe, comfortably and smoothly with your furry friend.Keep your pet safe and secure in a well-ventilated crate or carrier. There are many types available, including wire mesh, hard plastic and soft-sided carriers. Whatever you choose, make sure it’s large enough for your pet to stand, sit, lie down and turn around in.
Prepare for your trip by making sure your pet is used to being in the crate prior to leaving. It’s also a wise idea to take them on a series of short drives before your road trip. Begin with short drives first then gradually lengthening them. Just make sure your pet’s crate is secure and does not shift or move.
It’s best if you don’t feed your pet while you’re in the car. And, it’s also smart to feed your pet its last meal approximately three or four hours prior to your departure time.
Before you hit the road, it’s always a great idea to microchip your pet for identification. Additionally, make sure to put on a collar with a tag displaying your home address, as well as a temporary travel tag with your cell phone, destination phone number and any other relevant contact information.
Although tempting, you shouldn’t allow your pet to ride with its head outside the window. This can subject him to inner ear damage and lung infections, and could potentially be injured by flying objects. You should always keep your pet in the back seat in the crate.
If you’re traveling across state lines, you should bring along your pet’s rabies vaccination record, as some states requires this proof at certain interstate crossings. While this generally isn’t a problem, it’s always smart to be on the safe side.
Lastly, humans aren’t the only ones who need travel kits. Your pet will need travel papers, food, a bowl, leash, waste scoop, plastic bags, grooming supplies, any necessary medication, a pet first aid kit and a favorite toy or blanket. Pets feel more comfortable when they have something familiar with them.
Happy traveling!