How You Can Enjoy Your Vacation Without Having To Leave Your Pet Behind

For those of you who have pets at home would agree that they’re no less than family to us. They eat meals with us, go to parks with us, play with us, and even sleep with us (some of them in the same bed even!) It’s difficult to imagine staying away from them for long; we both are so used to each other. So when it comes to contemplating going on a short holiday, it’s only natural that the first worry that comes to mind is what would become of them behind us? /

What if we say you don’t have to leave them behind! Yes, it’s indeed possible to vacation with your complete family, even your pet member. You just need a bit of careful and advance planning and complete preparation which we intend to help you with through this post.

Quick Tips on How to Vacation with Your Pet Along

1. Try not to forget any of your pet’s belongings:

It’s similar to packing up for your child; you want to make sure that you carry everything that’s needed to keep him/her comfortable during the trip. Likewise, you’d want to carry all that your pet would need all along – its meal bowl, some waste bags to clean it up after, its favourite toys, pet food, a blanket to keep it warm on cold nights, and a leash if it’s a dog/cat.

2. Ensure its safety first:

Your pet needs to be safe especially if you’re travelling with a pet by road. Find out all vet clinics en route so that in case of any emergency, you know where to head to. Also, check with your own vet if the pet is fit to travel and research on the specific airline pet policy if you’re going by flight. Most important, keep a safety harness with you at all times to keep your pet in control.

3. Choose pet-friendly accommodation:

It’s important to check with your hotel if they allow pets and also if they’re chargeable. Also check if the place of stay has any restrictions on the breed or weight of the pet you take along.

4. Stick to their daily diet routine:

Traveling can easily be an excuse to skip or change your pet’s dietary pattern. Avoid that from happening. Any changes in its regular diet may upset its digestion. If you aren’t sure of getting the same brand of food that your pet eats, it’s a good idea to stock up on that brand food so as to avoid causing discomfort to your pet.

5. Make special preparations for aged pets:

If your pet’s a senior or disabled, you need to take extra care remembering to keep their medications, supplements, or wheelchair, if your pet dog uses one.

Conclusion

The best judge of what your pet needs or doesn’t is only you. Let that guide you while traveling with them. Rest, follow these pet travel tips and have a great time together!