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