Moving Your Pets
Are you going for a
trip? Do not forget about your pets!
You are
responsible, forever, for what you have tamed. No matter
whether
you are bringing with you a tiny white mouse or a huge toothy
crocodile,
that's one of your first and important obligations to make
their
journey as comfortable as yours. Here are some useful hints to
get
both you and your loved ones to your new abode, safe and sound.
Before
You Leave…..
Just
try to keep your pet's regular routine right up till the moment
you
need to go. For example, if you usually go for a mornng walk or
serve a
bowl of their delicious favorite food, do not break this
daily
tradition. Do not forget to take a pack of their regular food. A
common
mistake made by pet owners is to bring "special snacks" and
treats
as comfort food, but this can leave to quite negative effect,
resulting
in diet disruption and leading to your pet's nausea or
diarrhea.
One more importatant thing in your preparations for your
future
journey is your pet's medical records. Check if their
up-to-date
and bring copies with you. To make your pet feel smooth,
purchase
a sturdy and comfortable transport carrier.
Travelling
by car
This
form of transportation least likely upsets your pets. Cats should
always
be kept in a carrier during auto travel. With dogs, you have
the
option of using a restraining harness, available in most pet
supply
stores. Make sure to stop frequently to allow your pet to
exercise
and relieve itself (a good rule of thumb is to pull over
every
two hours). Cats can benefit from the use of a harness and a
litter
box on long trips. As always, never leave your pet unattended
in a
parked car (or in the cargo hold of a moving van).
Travelling
by air
Make
your flight arrangements far in advance. Many airlines have
restrictions
on the total number of pets allowed onboard for any one
flight
and some companies do not allow pets at all. Expect to pay a
$75 fee
for your pets travel accommodations. While making your tickets
reservation,
find out any restrictions that may apply. Ask if you'll
be able
to bring your pet onboard as a carry-on. This is highly
preferable
when compared against the alternative of checking your pet
in the
planes cargo hold. It is better for you pet if you plan to fly
by
direct flight.
Plan to
visit your veterinarian within 30 days prior to your flight.
Most
airlines require an up-to-date health certificate. Different
countries
and states may also have their own requirements, so make
sure to
check in with the proper authorities before your trip.
Animal
Transport Services
If all
else fails, you may want to consider an animal transport
service.
The expense may be justified by the peace of mind that your
pet
will be with professionals, people who make their living
transporting
animals. But no matter how you're traveling, these
considerations
will undoubtedly help to ensure that your pet will
travel
in as comfortable a fashion as he or she deserves.
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Author:
Glukhov Oleg
Website:
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