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Leash
your dog, to prevent injury, avoid loss, and as a consideration for
other people.
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Crate
train your pet.
The
crate actually becomes a place of security for
your pet. When your pet is in unusual or different surroundings, the
crate gives them a sense of home and enables them to feel safe and
secure. Keep the pet crated
while the vehicle is moving for security and safety.
The crate will help protect the pet in case of an accident.
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Be
sure the pet wears a collar, Rabies Tag, and ID tag in case it should
become
lost.
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Take
the usual food.
Sudden
diet changes are the most common causes of vomiting and diarrhea.
Never assume you will be able to find special diets away from
home—carry ample amounts.
Stick to a routine feeding schedule.
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A
supply of drinking water should also be considered to allow gradual
change.
Simply
take a gallon jug - add new water to the jug as the home water is used
out of the container.
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Don’t
forget any prescribed medications required by your pet.
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Take
the pet’s vaccination records and rabies certificate.
Sometimes a health certificate is needed. A
health certificate is mandatory if flying on an air plane.
Many
motels and campgrounds are now requiring proof of vaccinations.
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When
driving, stop every two (2) hours to exercise the pet and give water.
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Tranquilizers
and car-sickness medications are available from our hospital.
Over-the-counter
products sometimes will not work as well.
They work best if given on an empty stomach.
Do not feed the pet for 4 - 6 hours prior to administering the
medication. We usually recommend only feeding the pet once you reach each
day’s destination each day for best effect.
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Be
responsible for your pet’s eliminations.
Take
it to suitable locations for urination.
Carry a supply of plastic bags which
can be placed on the hand - then turned inside out after the stool is
grasped in your hand.
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Never
leave the pet unattended in your car.
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Consider
the feelings of others before taking your pet to visit friends or relatives.
Be
sure they have no allergy problems and really do not mind the pet
accompanying you. Otherwise,
everyone will have a better time (including your
pet)
if the pet is left in our care. Ask
to see our boarding facilities.
