We love out furry canine pals, but when it comes to traveling some of us grimace at the thought of locking your pooch up in......THE KENNEL. This manual will guide you through all the steps of bringing your pet on vacation with you!!
Step 1
First find a hotel that allows dogs. Some places have a weight limit, and you usually have to pay a fee.
Step 2
If you are driving its a good idea to have your dogs bed available to them during the entire car trip. If you are flying have your crate comfy. Put a blanket and something that smells like home such as a favorite toy, or a towel.
Step 3
Also have a 'doggie bag,' for your pet. Here is what you should fill it with, an extra leash, 1-2 toys or balls, a blanket, something that smells like home (a towel works well), treats, 2 dishes (for water and food), and obviously food.
Step 4
Once you get to your hotel set up a little corner with all your dogs stuff. Have their bed and toys there as well. Put them in their bed and give them a treat and say ' your dogs name here bed!' This will make them understand this is their space.
Step 5
Ask the hotel where it is okay to let your dog go to the bathroom. Have a bathroom schedule that you follow about one week before the trip. Use this schedule during the trip so your dog doesn't need to learn it during the trip.
Step 6
When you are done with the trip repeat steps 2 and 3 for the way home!!
Tips
- It's not a good idea to leave your pet alone in the hotel room when you are out all day. Instead, bring their bed and some toys and get them set up in the car. It will be much safer.
- When you go to the pool at your hotel, its okay to leave your dog in the hotel then. Put them in the bathroom and close the door. If you plan to stay in the pool more than 45 - 50 minutes, it would be better to put them in the car.
Warnings
- It might be fun for you to bring your dog with you, but maybe not fun for your dog. If your dog is very old or has extreme medical conditions, don't bring your pet.
- Don't leave your dog alone in the car for more than 3 hours. If you are going to be gone longer make sure you go back every 1 hour to let them out for at least 10 minutes.
