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TRAVELLING WITH YOUR PET
It's that time of year when we hit the roads or fly the "friendly" skies for some fun and relaxation. But what do we do with our furry family members? More places are becoming pet friendly, but there's more to consider. Is bringing your pet along what's best for your pet? Of course, if you're actually moving, you'll bring your pet no question. However, if it's for a long weekend or a week long vacation, is it best to bring your pet with you even though you want to? Be sure to take into consideration how your pet does with travel. Do they ride well in dog crates, dog carriers, or cat carriers as the case may be or are they anxious? Are they in good health? How old are they? Where will you be staying? Are you going into any extreme weather changes? Sometimes answering these questions will cause you to reconsider bringing your pet with you, for their sake. If you do decide to bring your pet with you after asking the questions above, do your preparations so the trip is enjoyable for all. The worst thing is for your pets to become ill while they're away from their regular veterinarian and you haven't made the necessary preparations. Make sure you have all your pet's medical records and medications with you. It's always a good idea to have your pet checked out by their regular vet before leaving on any trip. Some airlines require this documentation to show that vaccinations are current. If your pet requires special food, be sure to pack it. It's always nice to bring the pet beds they're familiar with along if possible as well as a toy or two. Don't forget to pack your pet's first aid kit, collar, leash, tags, all their regular items. Just consider what their daily needs are as well as the "just in case" items and throw them in a bag. There's no reason your four legged family member can't join you, if they're up to it, and everyone have a wonderful time. It's up to us humans to take the time to prepare not only for our travel, but for our pet's, too.
About the Author: Debbie Foster owns PetBedsUnlimited.com and is an avid animal lover. You can find a wide selection of quality pet beds, dog crates, dog carriers, dog pens, cat beds, cat carriers, large dog beds and pet strollers at http://www.petbedsunlimited.com
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