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Tips on How to Travel Safe with your Family Pet.

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Hi Dog Lover, this is Quincy, our Chihuahua and mascot of our website Dogs Gifts and Care. Whenever we go out on a trip Quincy loves to come with us.

 

Traveling with your dog. 

Do you struggle to get your dog to sit down in the car when the windows are open? Most dogs love traveling in the car once they have been acclimated.
However, many do not. Air travel may get the trip over faster, but it's still stressful for your pet. There are some things you should consider before putting your pet in the car or on the plane.

Car Travel with your dog. 

Dogs love to be included in family activities, which includes take rides in the car and traveling. They love attention, and love for you to treat them just like they are a member of your family. When you first get your puppy, you'll have to teach him how to enjoy car rides and traveling, so he can come to appreciate it more as he gets older.


When you decide to take your dog on travel for the first time, you should always give him food in small amounts throughout the day, while he adjusts to traveling. If you feed him a lot of food before you head out, he may get sick in the car and have an accident. By reducing the amount of food that he
consumes, your dog will be much more in control of his bladder and himself.


When you are traveling, always plan to make frequent rest stops and allow your dog time to relieve himself. You should also take some time to exercise as well, this is not only good for your dog but will do you good too. Stop every few hours for bathroom breaks and exercise. Dogs will hold themselves if they need to, although it isn't good for them. No matter how far you travel, you should always be kind to your dog and stop every so often to let him have some time.


A common mistake that many have made, and one you should avoid at all costs, is letting your dog ride in a moving vehicle with his head out the window.
Although you may think this is a good idea, your dog can easily get an eye, ear, or nose injury. Cars and trucks move at very fast speeds, and something
can pop up when you least expect it and do serious damage to your dog.


When you stop for a break or to fill up your car, you should never allow your dog to be alone in the car with the windows up. Even though you may crack
the windows for him, the heat of summer can result in a heat stroke if you aren't careful. If your dog does get a heatstroke from being locked up in a
hot car, he can easily die before you are able to return to the car. If you simply must leave your dog in the car, make sure that you park in the shade and give him plenty of air.


As long as you do your part and take good care of your best friend when you travel, he will love to travel with you. Traveling is something that your dog needs to get used to, although most dogs adapt to it fairly quick. Once you have taken your dog traveling with you, he will know when it's time to travel and eventually learn to tell you when you need to stop so he can use the bathroom.


Isabella Vreeken

Dogs Gifts and Care

Natural Remedies for Anxious Pets. 

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Air Travel with your dog. 

  • Do not tranquilize pets in flight! Dogs control body temperature by panting, not sweating. The combination of tranquilizers and altitude can slow breathing and prevent dogs from panting, leaving no defense against temperature changes in the cargo hold. Luckily, we have some effective natural anxiety medicines to bring your pet a sense of calm.

  • Carry a leash with you so you can walk your pet before you check in and after you arrive at your destination. For your pet's safety, do not put the leash inside with the animal.

  • Book a non-stop flight early in the morning or late at night when temperatures are cooler.

  • Mark the kennel with your pet's name, "LIVE ANIMAL," contact information at the destination and colorful electric tape to make the kennel identifiable and easy to see.

  • Once on the plane, ask the flight attendant to confirm your pet is safely in the cargo hold.

  • Freeze the water in the pet's dish for longer-lasting hydration during
    flight.

  • Traveling abroad? Many countries and even Hawaii require proof of rabies vaccination. Several countries require a six-month quarantine, which can be done at home in the US after proving absence of rabies. Be sure to check requirements long before travel!
  • Pet First Aid Kit 

    Remember to take a first aid kit with you on your trip!

    This essential first aid kit was created at the request of veterinarians. The contents in the kit can help you deal with minor injuries or help stabilize your dog on the way to the vet for treatment. This first aid kit is perfect for the home, field, and automobile.


    Bow-Ow First Aid Kit Canvas Bag


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    Be prepared for any kind of situation. Bow-Ow Kit includes essentials for cuts, bites, ears, feet, scratches and much more.

    Also available in plastic box.



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    More travel needs for your pet. 

    For any trip, you'll need an approved carrier, a health certificate obtained from your vet, ID tags and should consider bringing the following:

    Natural Anxiety Medicine
    Leash
    Collar
    Portable Water Bowl
    Travel Blanket or Bedding
    Biodegradable Bags
    Favorite Toy
    Grooming Supplies
    Dental Care
    Carpet deodorizer or Cleaner

    And ofcourse a small box of food your dog likes to eat.

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    5* My Grandmothers dog hated to travel in the car. Aggressive Dog

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    My name is Isabella Vreeken, and I am the owner of Dogs Gifts and Care I love dogs, grew up with dogs and almost never have been without a dog. We have a long haired Tricolor Chihuahua, his name is Quincy.

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