Ron Bexel
Good Dog Vacation – Everyone looks forward to summer vacation, but now that it’s officially time to book travel, it can also be a time of stress and anxiety for pet owners. Recent studies have shown that 37% of dog owners don’t travel because they don’t want to leave their child. The thought of abandoning your fur baby can be unnerving and make you feel guilty, but owning a pet doesn’t mean you have to put your life on hold and not book trips.
While many choose to look for dog-friendly hotels and plan their trip to be able to bring their pup, that’s not always an option for some families. Fur babies with irritable personalities can be triggered by sudden changes in location and long car rides. International travel makes bringing a dog even more difficult. With this in mind, the Pets a Go Go team has shared their top tips for making sure your pet is well looked after while you’re on vacation because you deserve a worry-free trip.
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A treatment plan must be in place. Before booking a trip, make sure the pet sitter of your choice is available for the time you will be away. Once you’ve determined this, invite this person to your home before you leave to learn more about your dog’s daily routine and build trust between your furbaby and the pet sitter. Seeing familiar faces while you’re away helps dogs get used to not having them around. Write a checklist for your pets that lists feeding plans, any medical restrictions, and your veterinarian’s phone number in case of an emergency.
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Invest in pet-friendly technology. Just because you’re away from home doesn’t mean you can’t communicate with your pet! Today, there are many indoor camera options designed with pet owners in mind. These cameras not only let you see what your pet is doing, but they also let you talk to your pet through a speaker, and some even let you dispense treats through an app!
Update your dog’s tags and chip. If you live in an unfenced apartment or house, there is an unfortunate chance that your pet will be released, especially if your dog is only used to listening to your commands. It’s important to make sure your puppy’s ID tags are displayed on their collar and that their microchip is up to date so that when they find good people they know who your child belongs to.
Your “puppy-proof” home. Just as you make sure your home is safe for a teething puppy, you should do the same for any dog who is left alone for long periods of time or who may be stressed by you leaving. Chewing is a consequence of separation anxiety, so it’s important to keep anything dangerous out of your puppy’s reach to prevent health risks and protect your belongings from damage.
Consider boarding your dog. One of the safest ways to ensure that your dog is safe while you are out and about is to leave him or her to a professional groomer. This will allow your dog to receive constant attention from loving staff and the involvement of other playful dogs. Some boarding facilities will even post regular photo updates on their social media so you can see how much fun your pup is having!
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Parenting a pre-baby is a full-time job, and you deserve some time off. That’s why it’s important to have a well-researched treatment plan. Pets a Go Go takes care of your fur babies like they are family. If you’re planning a vacation this summer, check out our nighttime amenities, including 24-hour residential care, filled with unlimited play in a cage-free environment.
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