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Remember that, just as
it would be with people, a trip will be smoother, safer
and more enjoyable for a dog when there's a little
planning and preparation. The first thing you should do
is make sure the ID tag on your pet is up-to-date. Few
things are more frustrating for animal shelters, or
tragic for pet owners, than to have outdated or
inaccurate contact information for a found dog. When you
go far from home, create a new ID tag with one or two
active cell phone numbers on it. Anyone who finds a
missing dog will probably be able to reach the owner
much faster when they call a cell phone, rather than a
home phone that's 400 miles away.
Take along an adequate
supply of the dog's regular food. Changes in diet are
disruptive to a dog's digestive system, and there are no
guarantees that you will be able to find the dog's brand
of food when on the road. It's a good idea to pack this
food in a portable storage unit to keep it fresh, clean
and bug-free.
Water should also be an
essential part of a pet's traveling kit. Dogs need to
drink more often than we do to stay hydrated, especially
if they're stressed, or are traveling during hot summer
months. Carrying a portable water bowl or bottle and
keeping it full at all times will ensure that the dog
always has a ready drink nearby.
Other critical travel
items are familiar toys and a comforting blanket that
remind a pet of home. If you have room in your vehicle,
and are staying at a hotel, you might want to consider
packing a larger crate for your pet to sleep in, rather
than have your dog spend the night in the smaller
traveling crate.
The products Pet Supplies
“Plus” carries in this area include the Store-N-Feed
To Go from OurPet’s, OurPet’s Speedy Drink, or OurPet’s
Walk-N-Water portable waterer, and Coastal collars and
leashes.
For information on
choosing the right crate, see
Sizing Crates
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