Pet Travel 101

By Kelsey Duckett for TAILS

Some pets don’t like to go far from home–their idea of a great getaway includes nothing more than a pet carrier and a car ride (or even just staying home on the couch). But if you have a four-legged companion who expects to go everywhere you go, then planning ahead is a must.

Check out these tips  for safe and happy travels:

WHAT TO PACK:

Any necessary medication
Blankets and/or a travel dog bed
Poop bags for cleaning up messes
Dry food packed in plastic resealable bags or cans of wet food (don’t forget the opener!)
Treats
Two bowls, one for food and one for water
Two leashes, in case one gets lost or broken
Bottled water
Copies of recent vaccination documentation
Your vet’s contact information
An emergency contact form
Current photo of your pet

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Natasha S.

8:31PM PDT on May 3, 2013

These are all great reminders...thanks!

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Aud N.

10:41AM PDT on May 2, 2013

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Melania P.

4:48PM PST on Mar 9, 2013

Thanks!

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Carrie-Anne B.

7:30AM PDT on Sep 29, 2012

thanks for sharing :)

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David V.

8:55PM PDT on Sep 27, 2012

I travel all the time with my pooch. We are always prepared, we keep extra collars, leashes, bowls, water, etc. in the car.
When flying, do not make your pet go as cargo.....if they don't fit under the seat, find another way for them to go. I have heard too many horror stories about airlines losing dogs, them freezing to death, suffocating, etc.