Planning a vacation needs a lot of meticulous attention to details; and if you are taking a pet along with you, then there certainly is a whole new list of things that you have to consider, right from packing to checking with the hotel on the pet policy, perhaps a visit to the vet to ensure that your pet is doing fine health-wise etc., Here are some of the most crucial vacation tips for pet owners before you hit the road!
Get a Travel Crate
You may think that your pet could have all the space they want in the rear seat of your car. You may also be under the assumption that they would stay comfortable that way. However, experts state that it is always better to get a crate for the pets as they are used to an area of security in general. This means that your pet should be crate-trained and you should have done the drill a few times at home before traveling. This is also a lot better because your pet would stay safe instead of sliding around in the backseat.
Easy with the Toys
We are with you that your pets feel comfortable with their toys around. But overdoing this would be a very bad idea. The more you pack, the less room your pets will have in the crate, which makes it impossible for your pets to move around.
Sort the Paperwork
You won’t get very far without getting the paperwork sorted. Many destinations insist on a recent health certificate signed by an accredited veterinarian. Before you even get the certificate from your eat, ensure that your pets have got all the vaccination shots required. The nature of paperwork will also change on the basis of mode of transportation and the nature of the pet. Air travel, for example, has quite a bit of paperwork to be taken care of.
Use a Tracking System
The pet’s safety is entirely in your hands. So, it’s always best to have the microchip planted under your pet’s skin, which will enable the owners to track pets should they get lost. There are many pet owners who prefer not to this. For those, ensure that pet’s tags have up-to-date information so that they are likely to be returned safely to their owners.
Never Leave Them Alone in the Car
Especially during summer months, it is important not to leave your pets in the car. All precautions that one would follow to carry a human baby on the road should be followed for your pet as well. It just takes less than 10 minutes for your pet to pass out when they are left in the car, especially during summer months.
Finding Pet-friendly Accommodations
Never sneak in your pet without the hotel’s permission. Besides facing the embarrassment, you will be left with no place to rest for the day, which would jeopardize the situation for your pet too. It would be prudent to find pet-friendly accommodation before you undertake the journey and be updated on the hotel’s policy and ensure to stick to their rules and regulations.
To summarize, be extremely mindful of the fact that you have your pet around and you should always think of their safety and welfare first.
