- Schedule an appointment with your vet or animal hospital and get a clean bill of health before travel. Address where you will be traveling, and make sure that all vaccinations are up to date.
- Find out in advance if you will have any issues traveling with your pet (i.e., hotel pet policies, traveling with your pet on an airline). Pet insurance, at http://petinsurance.com/healthzone offers information on pet-friendly lodging.
- Be sure that your pet has a secure leash, collar, and ID tags - Also, make sure that your current information is on your pet's tags...
- Time your pet's feedings and bathroom breaks with your travel.
- Don't leave your pet in a car for an extended period of time.
- Make sure to have your pet ride in a carrier or crate.
- When packing, include food, water, dishes, medicine, blankets, and waste bags.
Source: Veterinary Pet Insurance Co.
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