dog’s day presented by nature’s recipe dogs on the go · says bonnie v. beaver, dvm. the beach...
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Law enforcement and airline employees have the right to request documents
confirming your dog’s rabies vaccinations. Keep them in your car or carry-on bag.
THE WOODSBEWARE: TICKS
Check for stray ticks inside your dog’s ear flaps, around
her eyes, under her paws and behind her legs, says A. Rick Alleman, DVM, PhD. A topical
solution with fipronil and methoprene, available from your vet, online and at pet stores, can help repel ticks.
THE LAKEBEWARE: EXHAUSTION
Outfit weak swimmers with a life vest and allow all dogs
to rest between games of fetch. “Swimming is hard
work, and some dogs wear themselves out and
can’t swim back to shore,” says Bonnie V. Beaver, DVM.
THE BEACHBEWARE: OVERHEATING
“Dogs can’t sweat, so make sure they have access
to cold water and plenty of shade,” Dr. Beaver says.
Help keep your pets healthy, no matter where
your travels take you.
C A R R Y THE PET
PASSThis faux passport
looks just like a human’s, but has space for you to fill in essential information on
your pet, like her microchip number
and vaccination history. The
Pet Pass, $10; etsy.com.
S TAY BRING FIDO Search 25,000-plus
pet-friendly hotels by location and traveler reviews on bringfido
.com, or book directly at Residence Inn by
Marriott ($100 to $250 above the room
charge; residenceinn .marriott.com) or
Kimpton (no extra fee; kimptonhotels
.com), where your dog will get toys,
treats or water bowls, depending on the
location.
Chloe has traveled to five
countries.
Dog’s Day / PRESENTED BY NATURE’S RECIPE
T O S TAY D R YPrepare for pit stops in wet weather by stowing the Packaway Raincoat ($25; shop.fabdog .com, Sizes XS to XXL) in your car’s glove compartment.
T O B E S A F ESettle your dog into the fleece
and mesh Bergan Comfort Carrier (starting at $39.99;
amazon.com, Sizes S and L). The bag will fit under an airplane seat or buckle into your car.
{Pet Pleaser}What a
Dog Wants
T O D R I N K
O N T H E G 0
Keep your pet hydrated on long drives
with this Dog Bowl Water Bottle ($15; uncommon
goods.com), which fits snugly
into a cup holder.
On the Road! Your pet’s wellness and comfort should be your number
one priority in the car, says Susan H. Smith, president of Pet Travel, Inc. She shares her tips for a dog-friendly road trip.
Dogs On the GoPrepare your pet for a tail-wagging adventure.
Tricks for the Road Your pet’s safety should be your number-one priority
in the car, says Susan H. Smith, president of pettravel.com. Here’s how to have the dog-friendliest drive:
2Some dogs
get queasy on road trips, but surprisingly,
keeping your pup’s stomach empty
can help. Your best bet: Don’t feed your pup a large
meal within 4 hours of your ride.
1Small dogs have small bladders.
Plan to stop every two hours or so, and look for rest areas with grassy
areas nearby. Larger dogs
can handle three to four hours
without a stop.
3Always restrain
your pet in a harness, crate
or booster seat for everyone’s
safety. A roaming dog can distract
you in a split second and can’t
brace itself if you stop short.
{Pet Must-Have}
Fuel for TravelTo help your pup stay healthy and energetic on the go, feed her Nature’s Recipe® dog food, with high-quality protein sources and no artificial preservatives.
F O L L O W CHLOE
THE MINI FRENCHIEOn Instagram,
@ChloetheMiniFrenchie“I always let Chloe get
used to our carrier in advance by allowing
her to hang out in it at home and taking a short day trip in it
before longer travel,” says Chloe’s owner Loni Edwards. “I also throw one of her favorite toys in the carrier to help her
feel comfortable.”
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