Summers are the boost of energy and excitement as it is the best time for us to practice our passion, play with our mates, sleepovers and whatnot. It is also the time when we set ourselves for a fun-packed vacation. But this time, add something more by planning a vacation with your pet so that they are not left behind while you are away.
It will not only help you in the getaway but will help you explore ways to grow your bond with your furry. Believe it or not, they will love it too. Planning is an essential part, but this time, you will have to pack for more than just you.
Before moving on with the tips, let’s understand how this trip can be enriching:
- Vacation brings the best in ourselves; the same happens with our furries as well.
- Walking in a different atmosphere with your best friend, how does it feel? That’s going to happen.
- You will meet different people and enjoy the company.
- You will explore pet-friendly parks, shops and restaurants and enjoy the time together.
- Who doesn’t love to exercise? Your furry loves that & you are going to enjoy the company.
- Apart from these, you will find ways to bond with each other
Are you excited enough to proceed?
Let’s get on with the best tips that will help in making this vacation a success:
Consult a vet before planning
Get ready to consult a vet before even starting to plan for your vacation with your pet. The vet has been keeping your furry healthy, share this idea with them. They will keep you updated with all the guidelines and equip you with the medicinal supplies so that your pet can stay healthy and enjoy the trip to their fullest.
Never skip this step because it all depends upon their agreement that whether or not your furry is fit for the trip. Talk to the vet about the distance and the destination so that they can figure out the weather and give you a fitness certificate for your furry.
Shortlisting a destination
Shortlisting a destination for a vacation takes a lot of research and planning. Now that you have to be more than sure about it explore the places online, considering the suitable weather conditions for your furry. Ask your friends or family who has been through this experience so that you can get a head-start. You can even ask for the suggestions from the vet concerning your pet’s breed-specific tolerable weather conditions so that you can start exploring in the right direction.
While choosing a destination, don’t leave behind the pet-friendly resorts, hotels or staying lounges. Here are some of the best pet-friendly places to stay in India as per Condé Nast Traveller.
While selecting a resting place, make sure to ask a few questions before. These are a few:
- Will there be any additional pet care fee for checking in? Is this home for all the breeds?
- Are the pets allowed to stay in the room?
- Is there any refundable security amount for your room?
Choosing a suitable travel style
Your furry needs some special attention, therefore, it is essential to identify which travelling transport will be suitable for your furry. Think about whether or not your furry could tolerate the temperature during the journey. Explore ways and take the second opinion from the vet.
Figure your furry’s itinerary
It is one of the crucial steps as once you and your furry are out from the comfort zone, you will need all the essentials. And to make sure that you pack, prepare a checklist, seek the help from the vet.
Few of the essentials must include the following:
- Food and water dishes (Collapsible bowls if possible)
- Leash and harness
- Their all-time favourite treats
- Dry and wet food (Don’t try-run the new brands)
- Freshwater
- Favourite toys
- Bed and blankets
- Brush and grooming supplies
- Pet first aid kit (Seek the vet’s help)
- Medication and prescription as per the vet
- Waste disposables
Anything extra is more than welcome, but you will require at least these to commence and enjoy your journey with your furry. Don’t compromise on the space; keep the luggage separate so that you don’t invite any unexpected struggle. You can search for the best products for your furry at the pet store online and complete your pet’s travel essentials without any fuss.
Flexible breaks in between the journey
Of course, your furry can’t speak, but you will have to take the toilet and play breaks during the journey. You must build-up a communication where you can understand about their bowel routine.
If you are flying in an aeroplane make sure to follow the toilet schedule as per the airlines and if you are all by yourself, in a car or a train, it’s time that you think. Follow all the feeding instructions from the airlines if checking in or consult a vet to prepare one beforehand.
Does your furry has an appropriate ID
Analysing all the possibilities about the trip is must therefore when your furry enters into a different space, it’s essential to keep a tab on them so that they never get lost in the new place. Write your details behind your furry’s name tag & install a microchip, updated with your contact details and the pet’s health instructions which will act as a navigating tool so that never lose your furry.
Vacation is the best way to let loose, relax and explore. Doing it with the best one fits in a perfect experience. It’s all about building memories and keeping them for the rest of your lives. These essential tips will guide and prepare you to begin a magnificent life experience with your furry. It’s not always the places that count it is about the one with you counts.
