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Nov 14 2017

Roaming Near or Far: Tips for Traveling With Pets

Home » Roaming Near or Far: Tips for Traveling With Pets

Thanksgiving marks the kick off of winter travel season, with airline flights being booked and road trips being carefully planned. For many families, bringing their pets along for the journey is a must, since any holiday gathering should include ALL your loved ones, even those with four legs.

Whether your pet is an experienced jet-setter or they’re completely new to travel, your friends at Paws, Purrs, and Exotics have some great tips for traveling with pets. Keep reading to learn more!

It’s All About Planning

Instead of waiting until the last minute, we recommend thinking ahead about your destination, your means of transportation, and all the needs you’ll have to address for your little travel buddy. There are a number of factors to consider before hitting the road:

Any pet should be travel-ready for a long journey, including being screened for behavioral and physical health. Make a pre-travel check-up for your pet so you have peace of mind knowing they’re ready for the journey ahead.

Packing for Your Pet’s Comfort

Nothing says home like your pet’s cozy bed or well-loved toy. When packing the essentials like food, treats, medications, medical records, ID tag with collar, leash, and so on, don’t forget to bring a few cherished items to help your pet stay calm and relaxed.

Tips for Traveling With Pets

Now that you and your furry road buddy are ready to roll, we have a few more tips for the open road:

Would you like more pet travel tips? Please call us. We’re here to help you ensure the best possible journey for you and your pet.

bipets | Pet Safety, Pet Travel & Boarding, Pet-Friendly Holidays

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