Topic “Automobile Travel with Pets”

How to "Curb" Car Sickness in Puppies and Dogs

Pet Friendly Travel - Car SicknessMuch like humans, dogs and puppies can also experience a feeling of illness while on car trips.  This car sickness can make pet travel, whether short or long, quite an ordeal for dogs and their families.  Fortunately, there are things you can do to help your dog in the car.

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Pet Travel Tips for Holiday Road Trips

Christmas Holiday Pet TravelIt's almost time to go over the river and through the woods and start your holiday travels with your pet, possibly staying at pet friendly hotels along the way.  Before you start thinking of presents and egg nog, keep in mind that it's important to plan ahead for

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Pet Friendly Travel: How To Familiarize Your Pet With a Pet Travel Carrier

Pet Friendly Snoozer Pet Travel CrateWhether you're planning a move with your pet, planning a getaway to a pet friendly hotel, or just taking Spot or Fluffy with you to run errands around town, making sure they are properly secured in your vehicle is essential.

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Leaving Pets in Parked Car Can Be a Deadly Mistake

Pets in Parked CarWith the summer months upon us, we are at the height of pet travel. With most pets traveling by car, it's time for a reminder about the dangers of leaving your pet in a parked car. The temperature inside a car can skyrocket after just a few minutes. Parking in the shade or leaving the windows cracked does very little to alleviate this pressure cooker.

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Top 7 Tips for Traveling with Your Cat in the Car

Traveling by Car with Your CatAmongst pets, dogs are the most frequent travelers.  They account for over 85% of pet travelers.  Trips to the beach,  family vacations,  traveling to pet friendly accommodations...no matter what the adventure, most dogs love car rides and can’t wait to hop in and hit the open road.  Cats on th

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Pet Friendly Travel: Pet Seat Belts Save Lives

Pet Seat BeltsTraveling with pets has never been more popular amongst pet parents.  Traveling by car is by far the most common mode of pet travel and dogs are the most frequent travelers.  Want to go for a ride?

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Pet Friendly Car Rental: What to Know When Renting a Car with Your Pet

Pet Friendly Car RentalsPlanning a trip with your dog, cat, or other four-legged family member?  Are you prepared?  You have pet friendly hotels booked, airline reservation for your pet made, airline approved pet carrier bought (and pet f

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Thanksgiving Pet Travel Tips for the Car

Thanksgiving Pet Travel Tips for the CarYou're all packed and ready to hit the open road with Fido and Fluffy for your Thanksgiving journey. Practicing some common sense rules of the road will help ensure that your dog, cat, or other furry friend has a happy and safe holiday.

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Pet Friendly Travel: What to Know About Pet Car Seats

Pet Travel Car SeatsPet travel is on the rise.  No longer are dogs and cats staying at home while their humans venture off to run errands or a go on a family vacation.  Whether you're traveling across town to go to the pet store or to a pet friendly hotel, vacation rental or bed & breakfast across the count

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Properly Restraining your Pet in the Car Could Save their Lives & Others

Vehicle Pet RestraintsFor years, Americans have been buckling up.  The proper use of lap/shoulder belts have been shown to reduce the risk of fatal injury to front seat car occupant s by 45 percent, while reducing the risk of moderate to critical injury by 50 percent.  Further research has shown that unbelted rear seat passengers increase the death rate of front seat passengers by up to 5 ti

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