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Dogs are another form of family member so it only makes sense you would want your dog with you so you can enjoy the trip together. Sure, a boarding kennel is an option. But, if you have your heart set on traveling with your dog, the Dogly Advocates want to help you do it in a safe and responsible way that sets both you and your dog up for success.
There are a few things you'll want to consider before you take your dog for any type of car travel. Things like:
When dogs travel, what do they really need? Let's take a look at a few of the essentials to stock up on when you travel with your dog.
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Dogs are like kids, they have a lot of stuff. Especially if you're taking them to a new strange place, you'll want to make sure you're prepared with everything your dog may need. Including:
It may seem like a lot, but it's important to be prepared when taking your pets traveling. If you're looking for recommendations for any of the above items, we've created a list of our favorite travel gear here.
Now that you have all the stuff your dog will need to travel with you, let's talk about how to make sure both you and your dog have a good time.
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The Dogly Advocates outline four tips to help you avoid the common mistakes a lot of pet owners make when traveling with dogs. This is a general overview of what they've shared but check out the in-depth guide here.
When it's adult humans traveling, it's much easier to just jump in the car and drive wherever the road takes you. Not so easy when there are pets involved, unfortunately.
The Dogly Advocates go into why in the full guide here but the best way to guarantee a good trip with your pets is to make a plan. Here are just a few things to think about when you're travel planning with pets:
Once you've started your pet plan, it will be much easier to avoid any stressful situations for both you and your dog. The Dogly Advocates go into more detail and give you a little bit of homework to help with your travel planning in the full guide linked above.
The next tip from the Dogly Advocates when traveling with pets is all about acclimation once you arrive at your destination.
This is one of the most important tips when traveling with your pets. Imagine if you were plopped down in a new country with no idea what was happening around you. That's how a traveling dog feels when you get to a new place. It's important to give your dog a few minutes (or hours) to adjust to the new surroundings before you do.
Melissa Dallier who is a certified force-free dog trainer shared a really interesting tip on making sure your dog can always see you while getting adjusted to a new environment in the full guide. Read it in the link above.
After your dog has had a chance to adjust to the new surroundings, it's important to make sure there's nothing that could hurt them. Especially if you're in a place that doesn't typically have dogs, you'll want to make sure there's nothing unintentionally lying around that could be a safety hazard to your dog.
Many dogs like to explore new places. And normally that's a good thing! Before letting your dog roam free make sure you've checked not only for wires and things that could hurt them but situational issues like other dogs, outside temperatures your dog may not be used to that could cause health issues like heat stroke, or new wildlife that may be intriguing to your dog.
If you're unsure if something could hurt your dog, it's always better to be safe than sorry and keep your pet on a leash or in a crate.
Now that you've made it to your destination, you've settled in, your dog is acclimated and safe - it's time to relax and enjoy the trip!
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This may be the most important tip of all. The whole point of bringing your pet with you on your trip is to enjoy your time with them. Make sure you take some time each day to just relax and play with your dog. Get out and explore new places together!
The Dogly Advocates have a lot of great ideas on how to make the most of your trip with your dog here. And if you want more tips, follow Travel Manners here on Dogly to get updates every time a certified professional adds more to the channel.
To continue learning about Food Manners, Holiday Manners, or even Basic Manners for your dog - check out the full Manners Channel on Dogly here.
And if you have any questions, hop in the discussion to ask the Dogly Advocates any time. You should never worry or stress about your dog. There is a whole community of certified professionals here who want to help you.
DISCLAIMER: The content of this website and community is based on the research, expertise, and views of each respective author. Information here is not intended to replace your one-on-one relationship with your veterinarian, but as a sharing of information and knowledge to help arm dog parents to make more informed choices. We encourage you to make health care decisions based on your research and in partnership with your vet. In cases of distress, medical issues, or emergency, always consult your veterinarian.