Wether it be on a vacation to your favorite resort, or just visiting the in-laws for the weekend, many people are choosing to take their dogs with them when traveling. Land or air, there are many things to take into consideration. The best advice is simple; be prepared. Below are some great tips for traveling by air and land.
Tips on preparing rover for air travel
Unless your dog is a frequent flyer, air travel is likely to be a very stressful experience, so you might want to think twice about subjecting them to the friendly sky . Each airline is going to have their own set of rules for traveling pets. Be sure to know the details prior to making any arrangements.
- Have your vet sign a document (health certificate), stating that your dog is healthy, and free of disease.
? Make sure he is up-to-date with a flea tic program
- Do not feed your pet within 6 hours (some wait even longer) prior to departure. And no water 2 hours before takeoff.
- Make sure you have proper identifaction tags on him. This includes his name, and ALL your information...address phone number
- You MUST provide an adequate crate for you dog to travel in. The crate must be big enough for rover to stand in, free of any "debris,"and strong enough to withstand the rigors of travel. Be sure to check with your airline for more specific requirement.
- Attach a note to the crate stating your dogs feeding and water requirements in the event that your flight is delayed or diverted.
- Carry a photograph of your dog incase he is accidently lost. Finding your dog will be a lot easier for everyone if you have a picture.
Traveling by car
- keep your dog leashed whenever possible.
- Pack ID and a photo. Make sure your rover has his ID tags, with all important contact information (up to date). Along with his tags, make sure you have paperwork with current vaccinations and important health notes.
- Book your lodgings ahead. If your road trip involves staying overnight somewhere, insure that your accommodations allow dogs
- Is your dog ready for a long trip? If your dog is not use to long road trips it might be a good idea to get him accustomed to being in the car longer than a trip to the grocery store..
- Keep your dog cool. If you don't have air conditioning in the car, make sure you have a window down to let in fresh cool air.
Traveling with your four legged pal makes a great trip even better. If you follow these basic guidelines and educate yourself on rules and regulations for traveling and accommodations, you will have a great memory of your trip, that will last a lifetime.
Here are some great resources for info on dog friendly destinations.
http://www.dogfriendly.com/
http://www.ehow.com/how_18753_find-dog-friendl y.html
http://www.food4pets.com/destinations/
http://www.petswelcome.com/
For more great articles and tons of other great info visit our dog forum, visit Ron's blog or visit our dog forum
local house cleaners Park Ridge ..It has been said that everything old is new again.... Read More
Pets provide an unconditional love that requires very little on... Read More
I was talking to a friend of mine today and... Read More
Peeing on the carpet, knocking you down, or stealing dinner... Read More
Do you make a lot of trips to the vet's... Read More
If you're contemplating the idea of starting a home-based business... Read More
Just like when you bring home a new baby, you... Read More
Which kind is your pet? The pooch who is the... Read More
There are many ways in which you can prepare for,... Read More
So you just loved that sweet little puppy that you... Read More
Occasionally watching Animal Planet does have its advantage. You can... Read More
A poorly trained dog is a nuisance and can even... Read More
Okay, so it's not the cleanest or most appealing of... Read More
Puppy crate training is one of the most effective ways... Read More
Our dogs are now, more than ever, a very important... Read More
Wondering how to begin crate training your puppy or dog,... Read More
Like us, birds need variety in life. To be happy... Read More
Many of us dream of having a beautiful, exotic bird... Read More
If you are lucky enough to get a 7-week-old puppy,... Read More
Let's face it ? Fido and Fluffy are an important... Read More
In order to add love and affection to their lives,... Read More
Our pets give us so much. They entertain us, listen... Read More
Because it is intelligent and energetic, a Westie terrier is... Read More
For all pet owners, regular monitoring and "examinations" of your... Read More
Opening your heart to a Pomeranian can be fun, but... Read More
move out cleaning service Glenview ..Have you ever thought about what you need to do... Read More
I'm a pariah among the dog fanciers in my community.... Read More
Unfortunately, accidents can - and DO happen, so it's always... Read More
1. Clipping the quick when cutting nails.Don't be in a... Read More
Whoever coined the phrase, "It's a Dog's Life" wasn't familiar... Read More
Are you concerned when your dog or cat eats grass,... Read More
Among the most well known cat lover gifts are photo... Read More
Part2: Does your puppy want to be crate trained?Yes! in... Read More
There are many places to find Westie merchandise, but before... Read More
Have you ever wondered what a dog thinks, or if... Read More
No one knows your dog better than you, and as... Read More
Many people consider their dog to be part of their... Read More
House rabbits are a perfect pet for many people, regardless... Read More
Teaching your dog to heel is one of the most... Read More
Is your bird a seed only eater? Did you know... Read More
If you are looking for tips on breeding tropical fish,... Read More
Animal lovers come in all shapes and sizes. Undoubtedly if... Read More
Of all the aggressive behavior in dogs dog bites is... Read More
In most cases you should not be too concerned about... Read More
Let's think about this for a minute: God did not... Read More
A Healthy Skin and Coat for Your Dog ...Does your... Read More
Puppies are a bundle of newfound joy. You've prepared the... Read More
Every month I am approached by dog owners of my... Read More
Because it is imperative that discus fish have optimal water... Read More
It is hard to get an early diagnosis of lyme... Read More
Pet |