Traveling with a dog: rules

Traveling together with your beloved pet is a reason to be proud! And also a very responsible undertaking. In order not to forget anything and spend an unforgettable vacation, you need to start preparing in advance and in several stages.

In any case, even if you go on vacation in your own car, you need to follow the pet vaccination calendar. If he has never been vaccinated, he needs to be vaccinated at least a month before the intended trip, but even earlier is better. If your ponytail is scheduled to be vaccinated during a holiday period, you should consult with your veterinarian about the possible rescheduling of the vaccination date before the holiday. 

Only animals that have been vaccinated in advance (at least 1 month in advance) are allowed for transportation in airplanes or trains.

For trips to other countries, the pet most often needs to be microchipped. Check the rules of the specific place where you are going to vacation, but most likely you will need this service. It can be done at a veterinary clinic. It’s painless and doesn’t take long.

It is important to find out the rules for carrying a pet on an airplane before buying tickets and clarify all the pitfalls with the airline. It is especially important to pay attention to the choice of carrier and check if your pet meets the weight limits. Perhaps not only you will have to lose weight for the holidays, but also him! All this should be taken care of in advance so that the rest is not spoiled.

All tickets have been bought, vaccinations have been made, now you need to take care of the pet’s comfort on the trip and throughout the rest. While your suitcase mood has not yet played out, it’s time to choose everything you need for the ponytail. Sharing a travel checklist:

• Convenient carrying, which is comfortable for the pet. It must comply with the carriage allowance on the train or plane of the specific airline you have chosen. Teach your pet to carry in advance. Put your favorite toy in there and do everything so that the tail knows that the carrier is a house where it is safe. Do not neglect this, otherwise you will spend a lot of nerves at the airport.

• A convenient drinking bowl for a pet that meets the standards of transportation, including on an airplane. We advise you to take a closer look at the non-spill bowls for travel. Remember that it is better not to take bottles on the plane, because they can seize them at the control.

• A diaper and bags for cleaning in case of various suddennesses.

• Goodies. Different pets deal with stress in different ways, but for some it is especially important to get a treat in order not to worry so much. For such an occasion, treats that are dry enough, that can be eaten quickly and that do not crumble, are well suited. We recommend Wanpy treats for flights. They are great for briefly distracting your pet from worries.

• Sedative. A couple of weeks before the trip, it is better to consult with a veterinarian about how and in what doses to give your pet a sedative. Perhaps he will manage with a soothing collar, or maybe the tail will need a more serious drug.

The latest pet preparations for unforgettable adventures with you. You need to apply to the state veterinary clinic for a travel certificate. Such a certificate is called “Veterinary Certificate No. 1” and is valid for only 5 days. Also during this period, it is better to additionally call the airline and clarify all the details of passport control for the pet again.

If you are flying by plane or train, you need to take your pet to the veterinary control point. There, the pet will check all the documents and make sure that he can go on vacation with you. After that, you can go to passport control together and start your journey together. 

Take care of yourself and your tail, we wish you a good summer!