{"id":3103,"date":"2016-08-08T19:49:17","date_gmt":"2016-08-08T23:49:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/?p=3103"},"modified":"2016-08-08T19:49:17","modified_gmt":"2016-08-08T23:49:17","slug":"traveling-with-a-pet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/traveling-with-a-pet\/","title":{"rendered":"Bark Voyage: The Ins And Outs Of Traveling With A Pet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-3104\" src=\"http:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/iStock_11596593_LARGE-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Playing with dog\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/>Summer\u2019s not over yet, and if you haven\u2019t hit the road (or the sky) for your summer vacation, there\u2019s still time! If you are considering whether traveling with a pet is the right decision for your family, your team at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dupont Veterinary Clinic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has got you covered. We\u2019ll walk you through the process of getting your pet ready for travel, safety concerns, as well as making alternate arrangements for your pet when necessary. All aboard!<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><b>Tips And Tricks For Traveling With A Pet<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many pet parents, the thought of leaving Fido or Fluffy home while we travel is unthinkable, so keeping the special needs of our furry family members in mind is essential before hitting the road:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule a <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/wellness-care\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wellness visit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> several weeks or more prior to your departure to ensure that your pet is healthy enough for travel and is up to date on all the necessary vaccines and parasite preventives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Updated IDs are an absolute essential, especially when you and your pet are away from home. Make sure your pet is wearing a collar with ID tags that include your current cellphone number, and have your pet\u2019s microchip updated before you go.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack your pet\u2019s essentials such as plenty of food and fresh water (and bowls!) medications, leash, and crate. A few of the comforts of home can go a long way toward making your pet feel secure in a new environment, so grab your pet\u2019s bedding, favorite toy, and a few treats as well.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider your pet\u2019s safety needs and bring along the proper gear depending on where you\u2019re going and how you\u2019re getting there; for example harness, crate, and seat belt attachments for the car or pet life jackets for boating.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your pet\u2019s medical records may be required depending on your accommodations, so have a copy on hand at all times.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan ahead for your pet\u2019s convenience and comfort while on the road by scheduling plenty of pit stops along the way, giving your pet a chance to get a drink, take a potty break, and stretch those four legs. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never leave your pet alone in a vehicle! If you must get out of the car without your pet, make sure someone else stays with him or her.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Does My Pet Need A Health Certificate?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are crossing state lines or traveling overseas, the answer to this question is: yes, your pet will need a health certificate. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your pet will need to be examined by a veterinarian and determined to be free of communicable disease, as well as be fully vaccinated, in order to obtain a pet health certificate. Give us a call to get started on the process as early as possible prior to your departure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Home Sweet Home<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As wonderful as it would be to have our furry family members with us on all of our adventures, sometimes traveling with a pet presents too many risks to safety and <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/thunderstorm-firework-anxiety\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">well-being<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It may seem like finding a trusted friend or family member to watch your pet is the natural choice, but this isn\u2019t always the case. When in doubt, it\u2019s best to find a reputable boarding facility to care for your pet while you\u2019re away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A boarding facility should:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be clean and spacious<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afford opportunities for exercise, socialization, and affection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a plan in place for emergencies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have excellent references<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employ a friendly and communicative staff<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As always, if you have any questions or concerns regarding traveling with your pet, don\u2019t hesitate to <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/2015\/08\/#contact-footer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer\u2019s not over yet, and if you haven\u2019t hit the road (or the sky) for your summer vacation, there\u2019s still time! 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