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Traveling with Your Pet

Traveling with Your Pet

Veterinarians and breeders alike agree that having a kennel in the car is essential for pet and owner safety and for visits to the veterinarian. Pets, like their owners, are susceptible to injury while traveling as passengers in vehicles. Therefore, to make your pet's traveling experience as pleasant and safe as possible and kennel up! People should never forget to buckle up and your pet is no exception!

You wouldn't travel with your child unprotected in a car, so why would you travel like this with your best friend? Although your pet might be a bit steadier on his feet than a child, he can just as easily get injured if you're forced to make a sudden stop. An unrestrained pet can crash through the windshield or out of a window, or get thrown from the vehicle or the back of a pickup. So take the initiative 'kennel up' and protect your pet with a portable kennel from Parti Poodle Express.

During travel, your pet's kennel is his first-class seat so you want him to be as comfortable as possible. Give him a familiar-smelling chew toy or blanket to help him feel extra safe and secure, especially if he is not accustomed to long car trips. If he is not used to traveling, begin by taking short trips to "fun" places like a nearby park or pet store. Because dogs learn by association, connecting "fun" with the car will make for a much happier traveler.

During visits to the veterinarian, the whole process is much easier if your pet is confined and safe in his kennel. If necessary, he may be treated in his "hospital room", which makes movement restriction and administering medication and packs much easier. Your pet will definitely appreciate it and so will his vet!

Tips:

* Take your pet to his potty area before placing him in his kennel for travel.

* Never leave your pet unattended in a car.

* If your dog must ride in the back of a pickup, be sure to secure the kennel so it doesn't slide around.

* Kennel up with a Petmate® Portable Kennel for your pet's safety and your own peace of mind!

Requirements for Domestic Airline Travel:

If your trip requires that you travel by plane, be aware that airlines have certain requirements that must be met before you can actually board your pet. Call the airline well in advance and ask them about their requirements, which may differ slightly from other airlines. Doing so will eliminate a lot of unnecessary stress for both you and your pet! Know the following regulations BEFORE you arrive at the airport:

* All kennels must be equipped with food and water and container(s), proper ventilation, lockable door latch(s), and a sign that reads "LIVE ANIMAL - This Side Up" placed on top of the kennel.

* Airlines require a health certificate, no more than 7-10 days old, ensuring your pet's good health and vaccination record (necessary for both cargo and cabin areas).

* Airlines have a one-pet-per-passenger policy.

* Airlines recommend pets wear an ID tag indicating a phone number in case of an emergency.

* The FAA requires that animals remain in their kennels at all times while on board the plane.

* The U.S. Department of Agriculture regulates how many animals the airlines can allow in the passenger cabin on a given flight (an advance reservation for your pet is therefore essential).

Tips:

Restrict your pet's food and water 4 hours before departure to minimize his urge to potty.

Freeze the water so it will thaw by the time your pet is thirsty but won't splash out during loading or unloading.

Take along a few of his favorite chew toys and something with your scent on it to help settle him.

Line the kennel with shredded paper or towels in case of an accident.

Consider a mid-week or late-night flight, it usually has fewer passengers.

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