Tips on hassle free travel with pets
We all love to travel with our pets. But this happy experience can turn into a nightmare at the slightest laxity on our parts. So, before going on board get you should keep some important facts in mind.
Here’s a quick look at some of the simple guidelines:
- Board plane with soft carrier bags – Most airlines around the world allow pets to travel in the cabin for a one-way fee of $50. But make sure that you carry soft carrier bags with you. While traveling never carry more than 1 pet.
- Plan accommodation judiciously - If you think of putting up in a lodge never travel with a pet which is beyond 20 pounds because most of the lodges don’t allow bigger pets. But if you contemplate staying in some of the most luxurious hotels of the world like Four Seasons, Starwood, Hilton, Loews, Sheraton, Marriott, Holiday Inn and Ramada you might be in for a surprise as these accommodations have special facilities for your paw pals. Apart from these there are many other inns and B&Bs that allow pets. But before booking you must make sure that all the facilities are in place.
- Know your pet well – You have to know your pet’s personality. So if you have a pet which barks a lot, or one which tends to run away, abandon plans of traveling with him.
- Check on pet travel guidelines - Before traveling with your pet don’t forget to check the pet travel guidelines posted by the Air Transport Association.
- Exercise caution while traveling in car- If you are traveling by car never leave your pet alone inside the car. Halt the car from time to time and also keep sufficient amount of food and water as reserves.
- Select dining place - You can dine with your puppy either in the open or in your room.
- Carry your pet’s belongings- Always remember to bring his favorite food, bowl, packaged drinking water and pooper-scooper.
- Carry a newspaper spread - Also carry a newspaper spread whenever you go out because they are quite likely to defecate at odd places and cause embarrassment.
- Examine your pet- Before traveling get your pet examined thoroughly.
These tidbits of information can actually make traveling with your pet easy and fun filled.