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Doggy Travel 101

Doggy Travel 101

We all love and adore our dogs. We want to bring them with us everywhere even on vacation. Unfortunately, traveling with dogs can be difficult. Here are some tips to make traveling with a pet easy!

  • Preparing for the trip

Make sure your furry friend is wearing a collar with an ID tag. The ID tag should have your phone number and an emergency contact. You should also get you’re a dog microchipped. The microchip is a tiny electronic device that contains a unique identification number. Your dog won’t even know it is there! Make sure it is registered with up to date contact information. These measures will make it easier to find your dog if it gets lost.

 

You will need to pack for your dog. Bring food, dishes, leashes, blankets, and baggies. It also helps to bring treats for your furry friend. You should also bring washcloths to clean your pup in case it runs in the mud.

 

If you are driving, you should take breaks to let your dog run around and relieve itself. Remember to give it plenty of water, and try to keep it on its regular feeding schedule. Do not ever leave your dog in the car. The car heats up, and your dog could get sick.

 

  • Motion Sickness

Motion sickness is a problem for many pets. Common symptoms of motion sickness are excessive drooling, panting, or frequent swallowing. It can affect a dog on a car, train, or boat. If you have time, try to get your dog accustomed to being in a car. Take them on short car rides to somewhere fun like a park. Eventually, your dog will associate car rides with someone positive. Pet harnesses can also minimize car sickness. If your dog still experiences motion sickness, you may want to buy a motion sickness drug for dogs. Ask your vet for recommendations

 

  • Proper car restraints

Letting your dog run free in a car can be dangerous. In the case of an accident, your dog will probably be ejected forward and could be seriously injured. Loose dogs can also be quite distracting. Your furry friend may try to eat your snacks or try to crawl into your lap.  Investing in a pet harness or carrier will make driving much easier and safer.

  • Flying

If you plan on flying with your pup, you should reserve a spot for your furry friend. Airlines usually have specific requirements for dogs. There may be a crate size requirement and a vaccination requirement. You may have to supply medical information about your dog. Ask your vet for medication requirements. There is motion sickness medication and anti-anxiety medication for dogs. Pheromone sprays can also help calm dogs down.

  • When you should leave your dog at home

Unfortunately, not every dog should travel. Dogs with medical problems may not be suit for travel. Ask your vet on how to handle serious medical problems while on vacation. Certain dogs have difficulty flying. Dogs like boxers, bulldogs, and pugs may experience difficulty breathing at high elevations. Check with your vet if your dog is ok to fly or travel.

These safety tips should help your pet safely travel! Follow these tips and you’ll have a great vacation. If you are ever in a car accident, contact an Orange County car accident lawyer.

Travel Safety Tip

Sun is out. The weather is getting warmer. It’s time for that great vacation you were planning. Maybe you’ll fly to Hawaii or even Fiji. Or maybe you will make a weekend trip to Santa Barbara. Whatever you decide to do it is important to be safe. Here are some tips to keep you safe on your travels.

  • Stranger danger

Strangers are not always kind and benevolent people. A stranger could be a criminal trying to scam you. Be careful of any strangers you meet. Don’t go with them to a new or risky area. Avoid discussing any personal details or travel plans with strangers. They could attack you and rob your hotel room.  Don’t eat any food or drink anything they offer you. Only eat or drink what they give you, if they are also consuming the same thing.

  • Be safe in your hotel

Try to book larger hotels with complicated security. Never assume that the hotel is safe. When you get to the hotel, check your room for all directions and information about emergency situations. These directions could be very helpful in the future. Always keep your hotel door locked. Securely close all your windows before leaving the room. Avoid bringing any strangers into your room. Meet people in the lobby. Do not travel alone at night. If you have to, make sure a friend knows when you will return. Avoid getting alone with anyone in an elevator. This will make you vulnerable.

  • Public transportation

On vacation, public transportation can be your best friend, but it can also be very tricky and dangerous. When you use taxis, make sure that the taxis have official markings. Do not use any unmarked cabs. When you go into a train station, be careful of pick pockets. The crowds at train stations are distracting, which is perfect for a pick pocket. Bus stations and metro stations are also dangerous for the same reason. Keep your wallet close to you in a secure location. This will deter pick pockets.

  • Drive safely

The same driving rules at home apply on vacation. Keep your dogs locked at all times. The local laws may not require you to wear a seat belt, but to be safe, you should wear one anyways. Don’t leave valuables in the car. Park your car in secure, well-lit areas. Don’t pick up any hitchhikers. You never know who you might pick up.

 

If you are ever injured due to another individual’s negligence, you may want to contact a Newport Beach personal injury lawyer.