obtainable legalistic: What to pack for your dog

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

What to pack for your dog | The Jet Set Pets

dogdaysofsummer Labor Day is almost here and you?re wondering what to pack for the long weekend getaway. Don?t think?iPad, eye mask and bikini. We?re referring to what to pack for your dog.

With more than 30 million Americans estimated to travel over Labor Day according to AAA, The Jet Set Pets realizes that a good number of pets will be traveling as well. Whether Fifi is accompanying you on holiday, checking into a luxury pet hotel or going to a loving home for boarding, there are certain must-haves items when it comes to what to pack for your dog.

Thankfully, the folks at DogVacay, a free, new website that links traveling pet parents with locals who give them a loving cage-free home-boarding environment, have shared suggestions on how to make your dog feel at home wherever he or she is.?With DogVacay, you no longer have to leave your dog at a kennel. The site offers less expensive and more loving options available with the click of a mouse.

DogVacay has put together a ?must-have? list of items to insure your dog?s vacation is as great as yours. And whether your furry companion?s bag is a Louis Vuitton, Goyard or an inexpensive tote, the essentials still apply when it comes to what to pack for your dog.

The basics include food, water, bowls, treats, poop bags, and a leash ? but your list of what to pack for your dog may expand depending on the type of vacation you are taking. Consider if your four-legged companion will have the opportunity to get wet, muddy or covered with burrs and ticks. If so, bring dog towels, dog shampoo, a brush, flea comb and tick remover.

5 must-have items to pack for your dog when he accompanies you:

ID: Be sure your pet always wears a well-fitted collar and ID tag with accurate contact information. It is important that the ID tag include an easily accessible number, such as your cell phone. When lodging out of town, prepare a temporary tag with the address and number of your travel quarters. Use waterproof tape and a waterproof marker to change your phone number as you travel.
Seat covers: Having your dog along for the ride can be awesome, but you don?t want to come home with expensive damage down to your leather seats! Pet seat covers are made in a rainbow of colors and textures to keep you and your pet at peace on the road; some even come in eco-friendly, water-resistant or scratch-durable fabrics. The price on seat covers range, so you can find these to fit any budget.
Travel water dispenser: To prevent dehydration, dogs should always have fresh water available. But in terms of a bumpy road trip ? you may be wondering just how to hydrate your dog without making a mess! You won?t have to worry about that if you use a pet travel water dispenser. These accessories are designed specially to halt spills and stay put.
Food: If you are not sure your brand of food will be available at your destination and along the way, or if you feed a special diet, bring enough food for the whole trip. If you feed canned food, bring a can opener and spoon. If it?s dry, a Tupperware container works best. Wet food travels well in cans or you can scoop that into a Tupperware container as well.
Sunscreen: Some dogs sunburn around their nose, ears and other areas ? so pack sun protection cream for the dog if you are going somewhere sunny!