DETOURS & DAYTRIPS
Traveling With Your Pet T aking your pet along can make the family vacation more fun for everyone, if you plan carefully. Here are some trip tips to make traveling with your pet enjoyable: Crates A crate is an excellent way to keep your pet safe in the car, and is required for airline travel. It can also keep your pet from getting into trouble name, address and phone number. • Stock the crate with a comfortable mat, your pet's favourite toy, and a water bottle, and a litter box (cats). By Donna Morgan
in a hotel or at your host's home. Crates are available from most pet supply stores. Look for these features when purchasing: • Large enough to allow them to stand, turn and lie down. • Strong, with handles and grips, and free of interior protrusions. • Leak-proof bottom covered with absorbent material. • Ventilation on opposing sides, with exterior rims or knobs to prevent blocked airflow. • "Live Animal" label, arrows upright, with owner's
Identification In the event that your pet gets away from you on your trip, you can increase the chances of recovery by making sure he can be properly identified: Make sure your pet has a sturdy leash and collar or harness. The collar should have identification tags with the pet's name, your name, and your home phone number, as well as proof of rabies shots.
Visit a Vet Bring your pet to the vet's for a check up before going on an extended trip. Make sure all vaccinations are up to date; keep shot records with you. Health certifications are required for airline travel. To keep your pet healthy as you travel, bring along a supply of his regular food and some local, or bottled, water. Be sure to bring any medications they need.
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