Traveling with the family can be a lot of fun but when you include the furry family members it can become more of a chore than a fun getaway. That does not always have to be the case, implementing these tips for traveling with pets can make your travels fun again.
One of the biggest challenges I face is keeping my dogs in the backseat where I originally put them before traveling.
They always want to hop up front and sit on my lap, that distraction is very dangerous so I am glad that I found something that helps keep them in the back of my car. I was given this product in exchange for my honest opinions and all of my opinions are my own as usual.
The SONGMICS Waterproof Pet Seat Cover is the perfect way to make my pets comfortable in the back of my car so they are less inclined to get to the front and cause a crash.
I love the waterproof fabric and my pets are super comfy back there with the non-slip hammock design.
Not having to worry about drool, nails, and the always unpleasant bodily fluids ruining my backseat makes traveling with pets much more desirable.
Without the SONGMICS Waterproof Pet Seat Cover my backseats would surely be destroyed within seconds of traveling with my pets. In the past, I have put blankets down and tried to contain them in the backseat but it never works out.
I am usually distracted because I have to use my left arm to drive and my right arm to guard the gap between my seats. The design of this pet seat cover is not only perfect for protecting my car but it also keeps them in the back.
It also provides that protective layer so I never have to worry about what is happening in the back while I am traveling.
There are many things to keep in mind when traveling with pets and it is always a good idea to plan ahead.
- Make sure your pet has a collar with a current phone number attached in case they get separated during travel.
- Bring a bowl for your pets to get a drink when you stop.
- Bring proof of vaccines in case you want to visit a local dog park during travel that requires the information.
- Allow plenty of time for potty breaks because your dogs will want to sniff around more in new places.
- Research veterinarians in the area you are heading in case of emergency while traveling.
- If your pet gets nervous during travel check with your vet before leaving to see if they recommend medicating before you head out.
- Make sure your hotel is pet friendly before booking, never assume your pet will be able to stay without clearing it with the hotel first. Best Western Hotels & Resorts are pet-friendly, they will allow up to two 80 lb dogs in a rented room. That is not all, they also allow other pet types such as cats, birds, monkeys, and snakes. That’s right monkeys are allowed to stay there, pretty cool Best Western, pretty cool.
- Plan your route and stops around which rest areas are pet friendly or look for local dog parks that you can stop at during your travels.
Implementing these tips when traveling with pets can make your trip fun, which is what you set out to do in the first place anyway, right?
What are your best tips for traveling with pets? Let me know by leaving a comment below or share your crazy traveling with pets horror story, I would love to hear about it!
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My journey started after a Crohn's disease diagnosis, inspiring a commitment to well-being. This site shares my distinctive approach to healthy living with my collection of nutritious recipes that boast authentic flavors, mimicking the indulgence of traditional dishes. I love sharing guilt free recipes for low carb, keto, gluten-free, paleo, and the specific carbohydrate diet. I also share tips on natural living, including homemade cleaners and cleaning hacks. I also share my experience as a veterinary technician and pet groomer, to integrate pet health tips, homemade dog food recipes, and grooming insights to ensure your pets thrive.
My parents find traveling with pets to be insanely hard, thus they don’t do it – it makes me sad because they only stay at their homes! They need to bust out of their shells!
That is awesome so the car dont get ruined
This would be great for my car so my dogs don’t get it muddy or furry.
so need this for my pup to protect my car
I need this for my sweet dog. She has been having troubles this year with peeing a little when she gets tired (she is almost 9 years old).
Our doxie travels well. I always have water for him in the car and make sure he takes enough bathroom breaks.
This would be so handy to have! I don’t have leather seats, so my seats get super hairy and are hard to clean.
Making sure your pet has a good restraint is important. The last thing you want is your dog to slip out of their collar at a rest stop and run off into traffic.
This would be great to have after a fun day with my dog at the lake. My dog gets so wet and muddy.
I haven’t stayed at a pet friendly hotel yet, but I love that Best Western is so awesome for traveling animals and their humans.
This would be great for my shelties as they go every where with us,
Our dog loves to ride in the car and when he gets his paws dirty this would be so nice to have.
I don’t know if it matters, but I keep hitting the submit button on the FB visit instead of the FB link. So, I go up to the top and use the FB link there instead.
Now we need an article on packing for the pups!