Being able to take a vacation is a treat for most people. It is
even more of a treat for your dog. It is rare that your pet will be able to get
out of the same area and explore new regions of the world that he has never
seen before. However, keeping your pet safe while taking a vacation is very important.
Planning ahead for any potential problems can keep everyone happy, your dog
safe, and your vacation fun. There are steps that can be taken to ensure this
is taken care of. Making sure that your dog is in perfect healthy and fit for
travel is at the top of the list of things you need to do before leaving.
Any lengthy trips can mean a lot of travel. If you plan on
traveling by car, there are fewer issues that can arise, but it is still good
to be prepared. Making sure that your dog is up to date on all of his shots and
vaccinations will prevent the possibility of him contracting a disease while he
is with you on vacation. It is also good in case you need it for proof of
vaccination. In order for a pet to travel by plane a recent update in their vaccinations
is needed upon boarding. Having this certification performed no more than two
weeks before traveling is needed if you are taking your pet out of the country.
Other ways to ensure your dogs' health and well being on a
vacation trip is to make sure that you travel safe. Do not leave your pet in
the back of a pick-up truck during the trip as he can be injured if you need to
stop suddenly, or if you get into an accident. Also, a dog can jump out of the
back of the truck if they are left in the back for too long. Keeping your pet
in the back seat of a car is a good idea, but make sure that your pooch has an
empty stomach before you leave. Feeding your pet just before, or during the
trip can lead to car sickness. However, keeping a bottle of water around is a
very good idea. It is important that your dog has plenty of water while they
are traveling.
A bored dog can become a distraction for a driver, making him
rather dangerous to have in the car. It is very important to keep your dog well
entertained during the trip. Stopping every so often to stretch your own legs,
as well as to let your bridled buddy out to go to the bathroom, can give you an
excuse to play a game with your pooch and make the remainder of his trip as
enthusiastic as possible. It is also a smart idea to keep a few of his favorite
toys and plenty of tasty treats on hand to keep his mind busy. This will help
ease his boredom and make him a little easier to have in the vehicle.
If your dog does not particularly care for car rides, you may
need to have dog crates for your pet
to stay in while on the road. This will make him a little less of a danger to
himself, and to his owners. Make sure that you buckle in the crate to ensure
that it does not slide in the vehicle, or can be thrown free of the vehicle in
an accident. There are special seat belt attachments for cars and mini-vans
that work for this purpose. It is much safer to have your pooch tied in then to
be free in the vehicle, where he can be thrown about and receive serious
injuries. Simply being prepared for everything that may come can help you keep
your pet safe and happy on your vacation.
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