Travel with Pets

Pet Travel: What to do when traveling with petsto travel or you are wary of transporting your pet
Pet air travel tips, road trip tips and morevia cargo, you have other options to consider.
Pets are like a child to many and the thought ofRoad trip with pets
leaving them at home while on vacation is not anMany pets love traveling by car; so it is a personal
option for some. However, before taking your petsdecision as to whether your pet needs to be kept in
on vacation with you, there are several items thata carrier or not. Cats oftentimes are uncomfortable
you need to be aware of and a few pet travel tipstraveling, so it is better to keep them in a carrier for
that need to be followed.their safety and yours. If the pet is not going to be
Pet travel decisionskept in a carrier you need to make sure they are
While it may be tempting to bring your pet with yousafely secured in the vehicle. There are special
on vacation, keep in mind that some animals are notharnesses that can be bought to secure or "seatbelt"
suited for travel whether it is due to illness, age oryour dog in safely. It is important to stop frequently
physical impairments. It is very important to consultwhen traveling with pets to let them exercise and go
with your veterinarian about pet travel and pet airto the bathroom.
travel before embarking on a trip to ensure theTrains, buses and ships
safety of your pet.Very few ships allow pets to accompany travelers
Trains, planes and automobilesand Amtrak does not allow pets. However, many
Pet air travelEuropean trains and a few small US railroad
Every airline has different rules and regulations whencompanies allow pets on board. As far as buses and
it comes to flying with pets. So to avoid finding outother public transportation, the rules and regulations
your airline doesn't allow pet travel at the last minute,vary between states and cities.
there are several things that you can do. First,Pet accommodations
contact your airline well in advance and find out theirThere are hundreds of Web sites out there that list
pet air travel regulations. Carrying your pet on boardpet friendly hotels and a pet-friendly hotel can be
with you is the best option, but oftentimes cargo isfound in almost any city. For example if you're
the only option with some airlines if your pet is large.traveling to San Francisco you can stay at the Hilton
While Congress did pass the Safe Air Travel forSan Francisco Financial District or if you're visiting
Animals Act in April 2000, there are several itemsAustin you can stay at the La Quinta Inn Austin
that need to be considered to ensure your pet'sNorth.
safety while flying in cargo. First, many airlines havePet Fun
specific carrier requirements so make sure you fulfillWherever you are vacationing, a pet-friendly park or
these. Second, make sure the carrier you choose isbeach can be found and outdoor related activities are
large enough for your pet to be able to turn aroundbest for pet travelers. For restaurants, outdoor
in and be comfortable for the long flight. Third, try toplaces will oftentimes allow pets to accompany.
make sure it is a non-stop flight to ensure that yourWhen traveling with pets it is important to ensure
pet does not get lost. Fourth, correctly adhere a labeltheir safety and not to do anything that could put
on the pet carrier with your phone number, address,them in danger. And if you're going to bring your pet
final destination and contact number while onwith you, make sure that you will be able to
vacation. There are plenty of other considerationsentertain them. Here's to happy traveling!
and tips that can be found by looking at the HumaneJillian Scheeler makes it easy to provide advise on
Society's Web site. If your airline does not allow petshow to carry pets along with you while travelling.