Travel with Pets          
Travel with Pets
Travel Tips
Bean Dog's Reviews
Pet Friendly Lodging
Travel Gear

1. Pet tags.  Make sure you pet has their tags on at all times.  Have tags with two  number on them.  For example your cell phone and a friend or family member's phone number.  Also, keep a spare set of tags with you....tags do fall off.
    
2. Chip your pet.  One in three pets become lost in their lifetime.  Think about all the rest stops, hotels, and camping your do on a road trip.  The possibility that your pet will go missing greatly increases on the road.  $20.00 will in all likelihood get your best friend back to you. 
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3. Prepare your pet for the ride.  If you don't have a roadie dog it's time to test drive fido.  In the weeks before a road trip start taking your dog on short drives. 
    
4. Creature comforts in the car will make for a happy pet.  There are lots of ways to make your pet comfortable in the car.  Everything from a dog hammock (Bean Dog's personal favorite), a carrier, toys, whatever your pet loves at home.
    
5. Never leave your pet in the car alone. Even at 78 degrees the inside of a car will rise to 90 degrees.  This is one of the biggest obstacles to traveling with pets.  If there is a diner you just can't miss, take turns inside or grab your food to go and have a picnic. 
    
6. Exercise your pet often.  You have to stop to stretch your legs and nip to the loo...so does your dog.  Stop and take your pooch for a walk as often as possible.  It's great for you and them.
    
7. Vaccinations.  Make sure your pet is up on all their vaccinations.  Do your homework and make sure your pet is physically ready for their destination.  For example, heartworm may be prevalent at your final destination.  It takes a month for heartworm medications to protect your pet.  Be prepared.
    
8. Papers.  Make sure you have copies of all your pet's paper work.  You never know when you will have to take your pet to the vet or a kennel on your trip so make sure all updated paper work goes on the trip with you.
    
9. Photograph your pet and keep it with you.  Getting flyers up quickly is the key to retrieving a lost pet.  Having a photo only adds to your chances of a quick reunion.