Summer is upon us in the northern hemisphere and many people
will be heading off on vacations. Is
your pet embarking on a trip with
you? According to Animal Planet 29
million Americans traveled with pets in 2007. These days, there is no shortage
of equipment and accessories to help your pet travel in style.
Road Trip
The days of letting Fido hop into the back seat are long
gone. Doctors
Foster and Smith offer a wide range of vehicle accessories including:
- Seat covers
- Crates
- Backseat barriers
- Collapsible water bowls
- Seatbelts
- Booster seats
Air Travel
There are lots of airline restrictions on pets that fly, so
it's important to know what they are before booking your furry friend's
ticket. Age, size, and health are major
factors. There are regulations for carriers for larger pets traveling as cargo and for
smaller pets who fit under the seat in
front of you.
Camping
Will you be sleeping under the stars in the great
outdoors? In addition to the tent,
cooler, and sleeping bag you'll be packing for yourself, there are plenty of
things for your dog. Before camping,
determine whether your pet will be cut out for life in the wild. Ensuring that your pet has ID, gear for
various situations, and an emergency kit are good places to start.
Coleman offers tents and sleeping
bags for dogs. The description did
not explain whether these tents are paw-friendly, so plan on pitching your
pup's tent (pup tent - get it?) Dogs
that enjoy boating can choose from a variety of life
vests, like this one at L.L. Bean.
There's also an orange safety vest for hunting breeds! Don't forget the biodegradable poop bags
when nature calls!
Camping hasn't gone to the dogs. Many campgrounds welcome horses and have
access to hundreds of miles of trails for riding. While riders will need all of their regular equipment, they'll also
have to think about how to secure horses at night, how to carry provisions, and
how to handle emergencies on the trail.
Resources:
Animal Planet: Top
10 Pet-friendly Vacation Spots
Horse and
Travel
LightsandKnives.com: Five Things to Do
Before Taking Your Pet Camping
PetTravelCenter.com: Flying with Pets
PetVR.com: Dog Friendly
Vacation Spots - Top Ten
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