Feb 02, 2021
Leaving your pet back at home is never fun when you plan to go on a vacation. Children always miss their furry pal when playing on the beach or having other fun activities during the trip. There are sporty people who go on trips to find places for swimming, hiking, etc with their exercise buddy. But when planning to travel with your friend it should be kept in mind that the means you chose are safest and comfortable for your pet.
Now, if the decision is made to go together on the trip, then follow the given few tips which might make the travel hassle-free for both of you.
Different pets behave differently during travels. They can be restless, anxious; some might want to put head out of the window and very few of them might be calm. The best place for a pet in the car is at its rear side or backside. There you can anchor a crate with a seatbelt or any other suitable means. This will stop him from running around in the car and also give a bit of protection in case of a crash or sudden braking.
Cats are not comfortable traveling in cars, so for the safety of both of you, keep them in a carrier. Remember to anchor these carriers with seatbelts so that they won’t bounce or hurt your cat.
If your pet is very anxious or restless during travels, you can use products like “Homeopet Travel Anxiety Relief ” or DAP Collars. Such products work wonders with many pets and make them calm during stressful situations. As it is a natural product, it doesn’t have side effects too.
Keep your pet in the back seat of the car. If an airbag deploys while your pet is in the passenger seat (even in a crate), it might injure your pet.
Pets who stick their head out of the window can be injured from dust and debris or will become sick due to cold air. Always keep your pet safe inside the car. Don’t transport a pet in the trunk of an open pickup truck.
Take frequent stops to allow your pet to eliminate and exercise. Always be careful before allowing your pet to leave the car. Use collar, ID tag, and leash for safety.
It is good to have a human buddy along with you on the trip. You can share the driving and other pet care responsibilities whenever required. It’s always good to know that someone you trust is keeping an eye on your buddy.
Thinking to take a quick pit stop is good, but it is often a mirage. Never leave your pet alone in the car as it is very dangerous. The temperature in the car goes up very quickly. For example, if it’s 75 degrees Fahrenheit outside then within 10 minutes it can go to 120 degrees inside the car. Always take your pet with you even if it’s a 2 minutes job.
Before booking a flight for your pup, you’ll want to think through all your options.
Air travel can be risky for pets, but if you decide to fly with them, choose the cabin when possible.
Properly harness your pet as his carrier will pass through security screening along with you. In-case you don’t want to take him out of the carrier, request for special secondary screening.
While the majority of animals traveling from the cargo hold lands safe but you should be aware that there are cases of injury, death, and loss of pets during such travels each year. Poor ventilation, rough handling, and fluctuations in temperature are often to blame.
Check for the performance record of any airline before choosing to fly your pet in a cargo hold.
Follow these tips to increase the chances of a safe flight if cargo hold is the only option left for your pet to travel.
Now as we have discussed on how to make the travel easy and stress free for your pet, you and your travel buddy can without any delay plan for a lovely trip. Cheers!
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