Last minute tips for holidays WITH your dog
Going on vacation is great, but going on vacation WITH your dog is Wow! To spend a great holiday with doggie, it takes a little preparation. Here are some last-minute tips so you don't forget anything. Let's take stock together and see what not to forget to slip into your dog's suitcase.
The formalities for traveling with your dog
Before going on vacation with your dog, make sure that the vaccination record of your dog is up to date, whether you go abroad or not. In most accommodations, you will need to present it to be accepted. Remember to slip it into your suitcase.
I advise you to call or visit your veterinarian before you leave: indeed, depending on your destination, there are certain precautions to take. For example, if you are going on holiday around the Mediterranean, it is essential to protect your dog against canine leishmaniasis. It is a very serious disease transmitted by a sandfly present in this part of France: put your dog out of danger.
Ask your veterinarian to verify that your dog's chip or tattoo is still legible. Don't forget that theidentification of your dog is strictly compulsory, either by electronic chip or by tattoo.
One last formality: have you thought about declaring your dog to your insurer? It is not compulsory but the civil liability insurance will allow you to be covered for the damage caused by your dog and the damage it could cause to a third party and for which you are responsible.
Your dog's suitcase
The dog is an animal that loves rituals. For the holidays to go well, keep a familiar rhythm as much as possible: same time for meals, same times for peeing,...
It is also important to take some of his belongings with you: his basket, his favorite toy, its foldable niche…He will appreciate his familiar landmarks away from home.
Of course, remember to take his collar and leash for walks. Make sure on the medal of his necklace your phone number can be easily read so that you can be easily reached if your dog gets lost.
During the summer period, the heat can be strong and dogs are sensitive to it. To avoid the heatstroke which can be fatal, remember to wet your dog regularly and prefer walks during the cooler hours. In your suitcase, you will also need a portable bowl to always have on you with water to be able to give your dog something to drink during your walks. To cool my dog in summer, I opted for the cooling vest. It is a top accessory for his dog. I opted for the refreshing jacket for dogs.
Remember to take poop bags. For our dogs to be accepted everywhere, you have to respect the places where you walk and pick up…
And finally, don't forget its croquettes of course and its bowl. You can also plan a first aid kit for your dog to at least be able to wash your ears or eyes in case of concern or disinfect a little sore.
ACTIVITIES to do with your dog
A dog is happy when he is with his master. He will enjoy the holidays as much as you, provided you respect his needs and possibilities.
Do you spend your holidays at the water's edge? Do you know if your dog can swim? To make him take no risk, there are life jackets suitable for dogs. To choose yours, Musher and his friends have tested several, find this test in our comparison of life jackets for dogs.
Once equipped, let's go for nautical activities:
Do you want to go on a “sporty” hike? Test it cani-rando. Is your dog fit enough? A puppy, an old dog or a dog that is not used to long walks will not be able to follow you in this kind of activity. Adapt the activity and pace to your dog's physical condition! Hiking with your dog cannot be improvised. My dog is equipped with a bag of bats, you don't know which one to choose for your pooch, read it dog hiking bag comparison. This article will be very useful for you to make the right choice in terms of equipment.
Whatever activity you choose to do with your dog, if your dog is unsociable with fellow humans or other humans, keep your dog on a leash to avoid trouble.
Wherever you take your companion, find out about the reception conditions for it on site or online.
What if your dog can't come with you?
Your dog will not be able to accompany you everywhere, there are activities that are too dangerous for him or simply places where he is not welcome.
If you have to leave it for a few hours in the accommodation you have rented for the holidays, check with the accommodation provider to find out if this is allowed.
Also check that the place is cool enough and that your dog is not at risk of overheating (in a mobile home in full sun, for example). Is he used to being left alone without barking or nibbling on furniture? If things aren't going well at home, it's a safe bet that in a new environment the anxiety will be greater and the nonsense even worse.
In this case, there are several solutions: either you find a short-term boarding house to drop off your pet for a few hours or you have it looked after by a petsitter near your vacation spot. During your absence, your dog can also have fun!
A new reflex for the holidays
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