Vacations
Pets are part of the family so it only makes sense that we bring them along on our vacations. An increasing number of hotels and even cruise ships are catering to the needs of pets nationwide. As pet Travel is becoming so popular, it is important to travel safely and be prepared.
Be sure to check if there are any vaccination or health certificate requirements that your pet will need PRIOR to departure. Also check if your place of destination has any pet requirements or restrictions.
The AAA offers a Travel with your Pet book, listing lodgings that are pet friendly - a must have for every pet traveler!
Evacuations
Never leave your pet alone at home, or in a vehicle, when an evacuation is called. Not only will a storm be traumatizing to a pet, but power outages may cause temperatures to rise to unbearable levels when the storm passes. There are other risks, such as flooding, wind damage, flying debris, and the chance that your pet may escape and become hopelessly lost. No matter how sheltered that you think your home or car may be, no matter how much food an water that you may think you may be able to make available to your pet, leaving your pet unattended during a storm is a dangerous and unnecessary risk to take. Most human shelters will not accept pets so be sure to make arrangements for your pet in plenty of time prior to evacuation so you do not have to be forced to leave your pet behind.
Pet Travel Checklist and Tips
- Extra Leash and Collar
- Food and Treats
- Clean Portable Dishes for food and water
- Bottled Water
- Medications or Vitamins
- Flea and tick prevention or spray
- Pet First Aid Kit
- Toys and chew treats
- Grooming Supplies
- PLENTY of plastic bags to pick up after your pet
- Beds and blankets
- Seat Belt or Crate if traveling by car
- Life jacket or flotation device if vacationing near water
Pet Evacuation Kit
The following is an example of what should be included in a Pet Evacuation Kit. Your kit should be prepared and stored in an waterproof container and stored in an easy accessible area. If storing any medications, be sure to check the expiration dates and replace as necessary. Always consult with your Veterinarian with any questions.
- 2 week supply of food and water
- Labeled Cage or carrier for each pet
- Manual can opener
- Veterinary records for each pet
- Favorite toys, treats or blankets
- Pet First Aid Kit
- Extra leash, and collar
- Litter, litter pan and scoop
- Food and water dishes
- Paper towels
- Trash bags
Pet First Aid Kit
A pet first aid kit should be personalized taking into account your pet's general and specific medical requirements. Listed here are some examples of what you can include in your kit. Always consult with your Veterinarian with any questions or for advice on how to treat or medicate an injured pet:
- Antidiarrheal liquid or tablets
- Antibiotic ointment
- Bandage scissors and tape
- Elastic bandage rolls
- Eye rinse (sterile)
- Flea and tick prevention
- Gauze pads and rolls
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Ice cream sticks (splints)
- Isopropyl alcohol/prep pads
- Latex gloves
- Liquid dish detergent (body cleanser)
- Medications including heartworm prevention (with instructions)
- Muzzle
- Saline solution (wound rinse)
- Styptic powder
- Tourniquet
- Towel and washcloth
- Tweezers
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