Tips Before You Trip With Your Pets

Before You Leave
Clip your pet's nails.If your pet has fleas, obtain and complete the necessary treatment before traveling to avoid infesting its new surroundings.Brush your pet to remove all loose hair.Pets with freshly-trimmed nails will be less likely to damage items in strange surroundings and will be easier to restrain if necessary.

Thing To Bring

Lint and hair remover.If you feed canned, bring a can opener and spoon.Two gallons of extra drinking water from home.Tweezers to remove foreign objects from fur or paws.Some of your pet's bedding.For cats, a full litter pan with extra litter, liners, and newspaper to place underneath for cats.Two old sheets to cover bedding and furniture at your destination.When you are down to the last half gallon, begin mixing in equal parts with the water supply at your destination.An extra collar.Treats.If your pet is especially sensitive, use distilled water.Baby wipes or moist towelettes to wipe off paws.Old towels, carpet cleaner, disinfectant spray, and trash bags for accidents.Flashlight for nighttime walks.Toys or chew items.A sturdy leash.If you do not feed a brand you are certain will be available at your destination and along the way, bring enough for the whole trip.First aid kit.Portable water bowl or bottle for use when away from your lodging.All required medications, supplements, and preventatives.An old blanket or sheet for the back seat of your car or wherever the pet's carrier will be secured to make cleanup easier.Brush or comb.Food & water bowl set.Waste removal bags.

While no one likes to think about it, many pets do become separated while away from home.Clean your pet's food and water bowls out regularly with soap.
Clean up after your pet.Keep fresh water available for your pet at all times.These will be invaluable if your pet does become separated.Never give your pet sedatives or tranquilizers unless under a veterinarian's prescription.Obey all leash laws and make certain to keep your pet on a leash or in a carrier at all times when not securely in a room.While you're traveling.Be prepared for the worst.Such medications can interfere with your pet's ability to maintain its balance and equilibrium, which could prevent your pet from being able to brace itself and prevent injury.To increase the chances of a safe and quick return, bring a recent photograph and written description of your pet including call name, breed, sex, age, any microchip or tattoo numbers, and a description of coat, color and markings including any unusual markings, scars, or other identifying marks, as well as weight and height.If you are unable to obtain your pet's normal brand, switch gradually over to the new food over a period of four or more days.Never take your pet on an escalator unless it is securely in its crate as its claws or fur could become caught.Avoid sudden changes of diet.Plan your trip.Join takeyourpet.Air travel while under the influence of these medications is especially dangerous as exposure to increased altitude can cause respiratory and cardiovascular problems.

While no one likes to think about it, many pets do become separated while away from home.Clean your pet's food and water bowls out regularly with soap.<br><br><br><br>Clean up after your pet.Keep fresh water available for your pet at all times.These will be invaluable if your pet does become separated.Never give your pet sedatives or tranquilizers unless under a veterinarian's prescription.Obey all leash laws and make certain to keep your pet on a leash or in a carrier at all times when not securely in a room.While you're traveling.Be prepared for the worst.Such medications can interfere with your pet's ability to maintain its balance and equilibrium, which could prevent your pet from being able to brace itself and prevent injury.To increase the chances of a safe and quick return, bring a recent photograph and written description of your pet including call name, breed, sex, age, any microchip or tattoo numbers, and a description of coat, color and markings including any unusual markings, scars, or other identifying marks, as well as weight and height.If you are unable to obtain your pet's normal brand, switch gradually over to the new food over a period of four or more days.Never take your pet on an escalator unless it is securely in its crate as its claws or fur could become caught.Avoid sudden changes of diet.Plan your trip.Join takeyourpet.Air travel while under the influence of these medications is especially dangerous as exposure to increased altitude can cause respiratory and cardiovascular problems.