Vacation Tips for Dog Owners Who Love to Travel
Everything I Bring to Keep My Dogs Safe and Happy on the Road
Hello, Friend,
I’m enjoying my time on vacation. As soon as I walked into the rental, I felt the stress melt away, and I’ve been relaxing, working on my book, and doing things like this post.
What you’ll find in this week’s post:
Traveling with Dogs
What I’m Currently Reading
Traveling with Dogs
I’ve probably mentioned this before, but I travel with my dogs. They’re small—around 11 pounds each—so easy to take with me. Even before I had these two, my kids and I traveled with our 30-pound Border collie/beagle mix Zoe.
Traveling with dogs can be a challenge, but Zoe made it easier. She loved going in the car. I had a harness that attached to the seat belt and kept her safe, and I had a cover for the seat to keep it as clean as I could.
And I’ve continued doing that with these two dogs. I’ve gotten pretty good at keeping them comfortable during trips. Here are some tips I recommend if you’re traveling with your dog.
Harness/collar and leash. Where I’m staying now, there is a leash law. Obviously, that means you’ll need either a harness or collar. I use harnesses for my girls.
Food and treats. Bring plenty of your dog’s regular food and treats—nearby pet stores may not carry what you use.
Toys/beds. I take a couple of toys for my one dog because she’s still pretty active. I also take their beds for the car and then bring them into the rental. Even if they ignore the beds, having them around seems to help.
Portable gate. I have a wooden portable gate I take with me to block off doorways, or in my current rental, the top of the staircase. It just provides a little extra safety to make sure they stay where I want them.
What I’m Currently Reading
I’m slowly making my way through Beach Read by Emily Henry. I’m not sure if it’s because I’m on vacation, but I’m having a hard time getting into this one. I am pretty sure it’s me because I know books by this author have been popular. It also doesn’t help I’ve been sleepy when I’m trying to read at bedtime. I’m not giving up on it yet.
Do you travel with a dog? What tips could you add to the list I have here? Share below, so I can add them to mine!
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