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Our furry friends are a part of the family. We want to take them on all of our family vacations so they can be a part of the fun. However, you’ll need to make sure your pup is prepared for the adventure. These are a few tips to make sure that they have the best trip possible.
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Before you commit to taking your dog on a long journey with you, test the waters. Take a 2-4 hour test drive to see how they will react. Be sure they are able to travel without getting motion sickness, anxious, or agitated. If they are not able to calmly handle a short trip, they will be miserable on a long one and should probably be left at home.
If your pet requires specific medication be sure to refill it before your trip to make sure you have enough. Also, be sure you bring enough food for the entire trip plus a few extra days, just in case. You don’t want to be forced to purchase a different bag of food than they are used to eating, especially if they are on a restrictive diet. It could upset their stomach.
If you plan on going on new outdoor adventures with your pet these are great accessories to get!
Make sure that your pet is safe for travelling. This is especially important if your pet has a preexisting condition you’re aware of and needs medication for comfort on the road.
Pet friendly accommodations can be extremely difficult to find. And just because they say pet friendly does not mean it’s the right location to take your furry friend. Check their pet policies, see what any extra fees will be, and check the surrounding area for pet friendly restaurants and parks. Your farm dog would probably not be happy without a little bit of room to stretch his legs.
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Some places will be more suited than others for your pet, choose wisely as to what places allow pets as well as what will be the best place for your dog. A dog who has only ever lived in the suburbs wont know what to think about a trip to a large city like Manhattan. Don’t throw them completely out of their comfort zone with a new place, new people, new sounds, and new smells. Let them gradually get used to the idea that you are going to a new place. Also, don’t surround them with strangers, it can overwhelm them, and they may not know how to react accordingly.
Dogs are creatures of habit. When you take them on vacation be sure to have items that smell like home so they do feel so estranged or anxious.
Even though you are very careful when you take your dog on a walk you never know what could happen. Always keep up to date tags on them to be sure they will make it home safely.
Dogs need a break from the road too! Whether they need a bathroom break, food stop, or just to lay down out of the car be sure you plan enough stops that you won’t have any accidents or anxious animals on your road trip.
Whether you have a brand new puppy or a seasoned traveler, puppy pads are great for adventures. You will want to line their crate with the pads, especially on the road, so any accidents don’t leave the area. They are also great if they decide to take an unexpected swim or step in something less that appealing and you don’t have ample time to clean them off.
Once you arrive unpack their things and let them settle into the new environment in their own time with their familiar food, toys, and blankets. Then, enjoy your stay with your happy dog!
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Last Updated on May 10, 2019
Carlos Perry’s passion for outdoor activities can be traced back to 5 years ago when he spent a significant time to conquer beautiful pristine lands and experience different cultures with his best friends. Currently working as a blogger, he takes pride in providing comprehensive contents about camping knowledge, survival skills based on his own experience. A lot of his work was published on well-known travel magazines like: Travel+Leisure, Thrillist