Vacation with Fido

Now that you have the basics covered, let’s plan your vacation. For many, travelling by car is the easiest and most cost effective way to travel. With many dogs, simply asking, “do you want to go for a ride?” is all the encouragement they need to throw themselves in the backseat with their head positioned perfectly out the window. However, some dogs do not tolerate car rides. Whether it is an anxiety issue or a matter of motion sickness, both issues can be medically assisted. Antihistamines are an option, as well as a fantastic prescription medication to combat motion sickness in dogs. We are able guide you in the best options for your pet, as well as provide medications for such products. It is also a wise idea to map out area rest stops along your route in case Fido needs a pit stop. It is much safer to leash walk your pet in a designated rest stop away from the highway and moving vehicles that may startle your pet.

When your destination requires traveling a distance that is more easily accessible by plane, there are many steps that may be required before your trip. Most airlines require that a health certificate be presented at the time of travel. The time frame may vary between airlines and also the destination. Although airlines may allow pets of a certain size and weight limit to fly in the cabin, they may limit that number depending on the size of the plane and capacity. For those pets that fly as cargo, there may be times where the temperature may reach unsafe levels for the pet and the airlines may not accept pets to travel during those periods. To get the most accurate information and requirements, contact that the airline you will be using directly ahead of time so that you are not stuck in a bind.