It’s a lucky dog…

… that behaves well enough to travel with their owner. I was curious about how to travel with your dog. So, I called the Lucky Leash Lady and found out some things.

The Lucky Leash Lady said:
• Make sure your dog’s vaccinations are current and carry a copy of the record with you. If your dog takes medications, make sure you have enough to last the trip
• Find out where the vet and the emergency animal care facilities are and map out how to get there
• Bring some of your dog’s comfort toys to play with
• Bring plenty of your dog’s current food – if you run out on the trip, it may not be available there
• If your dog is fearful of other people or other dogs, protect him from them
• Choose the best pet friendly hotel/motel you can find (visit www.oregoncoast.com for pet friendly motels/hotels)
• And last (but maybe the most important), if traveling is traumatic for your dog, find a good care facility and leave him home.
I’m lucky to know the Lucky Leash Lady (she’s the chief dog walker and trainer you know). Even if you don’t know her yet, go to www.LuckyLeash.net and write to her and she’ll answer your questions.

Luv,
Sissy

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