With pet-friendly hotels, cabins, and resorts popping up all over the map, traveling with your best friend has never been easier. While jetting off at a moment’s notice sounds romantic, it can be challenging if your dog is along for the ride. Here are some dog travel tips to make the journey easier for both of you.
Flying with your dog can be a great way to travel together, but it’s important to be aware of the costs involved. The cost to fly your dog depends on a number of factors, including the airline, the size and weight of your pooch, the distance you are flying, and whether you are flying your pup in the cabin or the cargo hold. Before you take off to live that jet-setter lifestyle, learn how you and your four-legged friend can both afford to reach your destination — safely and in style.
Arriving in new locales can feel glamorous and exciting. That notwithstanding, let’s face it: getting there is rarely half the fun, especially when you’re flying with dogs. Airport lines, security checks, delayed connections, and airplane air and noise are stressful enough for people. For pets — who can’t check the departure monitors or talk to the gate agent — it can be even more confusing and anxiety-provoking. Long international flights add extra burdens.
Flying with your dog can be a stressful situation. You’ll likely be bombarded with anxious thoughts during the flight. Is your fur baby cold? Are they being thrown about? Do they have to go to the bathroom? You probably won’t be able to relax until your pup comes out of the oversized luggage area. It doesn’t have to be this way. With some simple preparations, you can reduce the tension associated with flying for both you and your dog. Here’s how to keep your dog safe while flying.
If you’re on the fence about purchasing a dog car seat, don’t be. For many of us, it may feel like a splurge, but can we really put a price on the comfort and safety of our fuzzy friends? Frankly, I wish I had invested in one sooner. After just a few weeks with the FunnyFuzzy Travel Bolster Safety Medium Large Dog Car Back Seat Bed, I’m a proud canine car seat crusader.
For dog owners who love to travel, there’s no longer the tough choice between hitting the road and spending time with a treasured pet. Here’s what you should know about pet-friendly hotels when traveling with your dog.