If you’ve decided to carry your dog during the trip, here are a few reminders that you can do to ensure a safe travel experience:
Buy a dog tag or collar with identification
Your dog needs to wear a collar or tag with all the necessary identification in it. A microchip may also be beneficial for additional security. The tag should contain your dog's name, your name, and your home phone number, as well as proof of rabies shots. Keep your dog's collar and tag on whenever you’re outside. No matter how well behaved your dog may be, there’s always a chance that he may accidentally get lost or get away from you. All the information on your dog tag will be very important as you travel or decide to leave your pet at a kennel.
Safety first
Always remember safety first. To ensure your dog’s safety while he’s in the car, purchase a dog car seat. With the use of this equipment, your furry friend will be safer and more comfortable if your car makes a sudden stop.
Train your dog
Before you travel, your dog should have basic training so he will be well-behaved during the trip. It is a good idea to make your first few trips in the car to somewhere fun for your dog before embarking on a long trip. Take your dog to a park so he associates a car ride with something fun.
Bring all the necessary dog supplies
When taking a long trip, don’t forget to pack all the necessary supplies for your dog. Among the essentials include water, dog food, treats, his collar and leash. You should also bring your dog’s favourite toys, and plastic bags for his poop. Also, he sure to bring any medications your dog needs.
Be prepared always
Emergencies can happen while you’re traveling with your dog, so you need to make some additional preparation. Planning your trip can make any form of emergency less stressful. Prepare a list of veterinary hospitals in the area where you’ll be staying, along with a detailed map.
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You should have mentioned to always have the pet's vet records with you and proof of vaccinations. A rabies tag is not proof of vaccination because tags can easily switched from one dog to another and there is no way to know.
Sometimes it might be necessary to beard your pet while traveling, even just for a day or several hours. A boarding kennel will not accept a tag as proof of vaccination.
If the pet were to need vet care while traveling it would be helpful to have the pet vet records with you.