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Make copies of all vet records:  

Most airlines don’t require 
vaccination records, but it’s still a good idea to make copies of your dog’s vet 
history just in case it gets sick or injured during the vacation. If you’re 
traveling during the holidays, your dog’s regular vet might be out of the office 
and unable to fax the needed documents to you in time. 

Check your hotel’s pet policy: 

  1. When you make your hotel 
    reservations, make sure the place you plan to stay is pet-friendly. 
    You might have to fax them rabies vaccination records ahead of time, but be sure 
    to bring along another copy just in case.
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Stop for bathroom breaks regularly:  

Keeping your dog on a 
regular schedule may be tough during a vacation, but it is extremely important 
to stop the car and let your dog have bathroom breaks every few hours. If your 
dog isn’t used to road trips, it might need to go more often at first because of 
nerves or car 
sickness
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Learn how to restrain your dog in the car:  

Edmunds.com documents 
the appropriate way to restrain your dog in the car by using special harnesses 
which connect your dog to seat belts and giving advice on choosing comfortable 
pet carriers.  

Don’t forget to pack food:  

Even if you’re going to a place 
with supermarkets that carry your dog’s brand 
of food, fill a large Ziploc bag with a day’s worth of food in case travel 
delays or an exhausting trip mean you can’t get to the store on time. 

Tricks to remember when booking your flight: 

 When making 
your plane reservations, don’t just think about how your schedule will affect 
you. The AVMA suggests 
reserving nonstop flights during the middle of the week, when it’s generally 
less crowded. Also, a general rule is to "choose early morning or late evening 
flights" during warmer months, and "in colder months, choose midday flights." 
These tips will help you escape airline temperature restrictions and make your 
dog more comfortable during the flight. 
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Traveling in Europe: Pets: 

 If you want to take your dog to Europe with you, 
check out this site for vaccination and pet passport requirements and 
recommendations for countries in the EU. 

Make sure your dog’s crate is secure:  

Whether you’re flying 
or driving, chances are your dog is going to spend at least some part of your 
trip in its crate. Budget Travel reader Ray Scott advises 
dog owners to make "sure your pet’s crate has extra hooks or latches so the door 
doesn’t jostle open if it gets bounced around in transit." 

Give your dog access to water:  

While most experts recommend 
limiting your dog’s access to food for several hours before a plane or car trip, 
your dog should be able to drink enough water before traveling. If you’re 
traveling by car, pack your dog’s water bowl in a convenient spot so that you 
can fill it up whenever you stop. When you fly, give your dog access to water as 
soon as you can pick him up after landing. Pack a collapsible bowl to fill up 
with a water bowl so that your dog doesn’t have to wait until you get to the 
hotel. It could take a long time to help your dog recover 
from dehydration. 

Give your dog extra attention: 

 Your dog will undoubtedly 
feed off of your excitement during the vacation, but make sure to pay extra 
attention to your pet than you normally would at home. In a strange place, your 
dog depends on you even more to feed him, take him to the bathroom, make sure 
he’s comfortable, and give him an extra pat or two on the head. 
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We know, we know, you just couldn’t leave Rover in a kennel when you go on 
your fabulous trip to the coast. But can your poor pup really stand 7 hours in a 
car? Or on a plane? Before you decide to take the family dog on your next 
vacation, take a look at our checklist to make sure your pet will be just as 
safe and happy on your trip as you. 
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Check your airline’s pet policy: 

Before showing up to the 
airport with your doggie in its kennel, make sure you check with your airline to 
find out what kinds of restrictions 
they have. Reservations are sometimes necessary for carry-on pets, and certain 
destinations have temperature and customs restrictions. For instance, American 
Airlines
 will not transport a pet if the ground temperature in either your 
take off or landing city is above or below a certain mark. 

DogFriendly.com:  

Take a minute to visit this excellent website for traveling with dogs. Dog 
owners can find pet travel guides and city guides to find dog parks, 
dog-friendly hotels, campsites and more in cities all over North America. There 
are also resources for storm evacuation policies, appropriate doggie etiquette 
on the beach and lots more. 

Make sure your dog’s collar and tags are secure:  

Before 
leaving on your trip, make sure your dog’s collar fits properly and its tags 
are up to date with your current phone number and rabies information. Adding 
your cell phone number to the dog’s tag is also a good idea if Rover runs away 
during the trip, since you won’t be at home to receive any calls. 
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Practice makes perfect: 

 If your dog hasn’t been in a car 
since the day you brought him home, ease your pet into your upcoming road trip 
by taking him on short errands around the city. You’ll get your dog used to the 
movement and rhythm of the car, as well as its designated spot, whether in a 
carrier or in a harness. 

Place a Do Not Disturb sign on hotel doors:  

The American 
Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recommends 
putting up the Do Not Disturb sign on your hotel door during those times you 
have to leave your dog in the room by itself. Even if your dog is usually 
good-natured, a strange maid with a rolling cart might startle your pet, and you 
could find yourself in the middle of a lawsuit. 

Traveling in 
Europe: Pets
: 

 If you want to take your dog to Europe with you, 
check out this site for vaccination and pet passport requirements and 
recommendations for countries in the EU. 

TakeYourPet.com:  

This network of traveling dog owners gives tips on traveling with pets, coupons 
for hotels, listings of shelters, groomers, pet supply stores and more. 

Air Travel Guide: 

 Before making your plane reservations, visit this site from 
Bella Online to compare pet policies for major airlines like Continental, Air 
France, British Airways, JetBlue, Southwest, United and more. Dog owners can 
find helpful phone numbers, policy regulations and pricing information if it 
applies. 
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Before traveling, take a long walk:  

The Dog Whisperer, 
Cesar Milan, notes 
that it is important to take your dog on a long walk before leaving for the 
airport or packing up the car. Dogs need to use up as much energy as possible so 
that they won’t mind (as much) being confined for longer periods of time than 
they’re used to. 
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Take a good look at your itinerary:  

If all of your vacation 
plans include non dog-friendly activities, maybe you should consider leaving 
your dog in a kennel. Do you really want to take the dog along because you think 
it will be a fun experience for both of you, or are you simply afraid 
of leaving him with strangers? Unless you revise your travel itinerary so that 
you include trips to the dog park and hikes through the woods, your dog will be 
much happier staying in a kennel where he gets frequent attention than he will 
sitting in your hotel room alone all day.
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