{"id":10036,"date":"2017-08-01T21:30:00","date_gmt":"2017-08-01T21:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yourdomain.com\/blogs\/news\/krisers-top-5-summer-travel-tips-for-pets\/"},"modified":"2026-03-24T20:50:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T20:50:57","slug":"krisers-top-5-summer-travel-tips-for-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.krisers.com\/blog\/pet-parenting\/krisers-top-5-summer-travel-tips-for-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Five Summer Travel Tips for Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summer is peak season for travel, and if you\u2019re like us, you probably take your furry friends along with you from time to time. But traveling \u2013 with or without your pet \u2013 can be a very stressful time. We have put together a short list of helpful road trip travel tips to ensure your time away from home goes as smoothly as possible!<\/span><\/p>\n

1. DOUBLE CHECK THAT YOUR PET IS MICROCHIPPED AND WEARING HER COLLAR<\/h4>\n

Chances of your pet going missing increase dramatically anytime you leave your home. And truth be told, if your pet finds him\/herself in a new environment they may get scared, try to escape to return home, and get lost.\u00a0 So think of his\/her collar, ID tag, and microchipping as your insurance policy! If they get out they are more likely to be safely returned to you.<\/p>\n

2. PLAN FOR A SAFE, SECURE, AND COMFORTABLE TRIP<\/h4>\n

Does your pet do best in a crate or carrier?\u00a0 Have you tested out a car pet-harness?\u00a0 Make sure the travel environement you create for your pet is safe, properly ventilated, and that they are securely fastened! Your crate should be large enough for your pet to stand, sit, lie down and turn around in. Larger pets may do well in the back seat, but be sure they can\u2019t walk up front and cause a driving hazard! Kriser\u2019s has many different car travel options to help with small, medium or large dogs, and of course picky and not-so-picky kittys!<\/p>\n

3. BUILD YOUR PET TRAVEL KIT<\/h4>\n

The essentials should be put into a seperate pet bag to allow for easy access when you\u2019re on the road. Never forget to pack your travel water bowl, bottled water, treats, food, poop bags and any medication they regularly need. If your pet loves a particular toy you may want to bring that along for the car ride to help keep them relaxed.<\/p>\n

Depending on where you are traveling to, or how long your trip may be, you may want to pack a first-aid kit and include pet speciality items, a groom-brush, or flea comb, or anti-anxiety supplements like PetReleaf\u2019s CBD oil or even a Thundershirt. Don\u2019t forget to pack a blanket so they can get comfortable.<\/p>\n

4. PLAN TO TAKE IN MORE BREAKS & REST STOPS<\/h4>\n

Bathroom breaks are essential because no one likes an accident in the car.\u00a0 But traveling with your pet should be fun for them too! Take a look at your travel route \u2013 are there any pet-friendly parks along the way? What about pet-friendly hikes, vista points, or big open fields? We\u2019re sure they would love to get out, sniff around, and explore along the way too!<\/p>\n

5. NEVER LEAVE YOUR ANIMAL ALONE IN A PARKED CAR<\/h4>\n

The temperature in a parked vehicle can rise faster than you\u2019d expect, causing them to get dehydrated a lot faster, and it could lead to even bigger problems.\u00a0Check out our infographic from last month for all the details. If you\u2019re traveling alone this one might be tough. If you need to grab some dinner look for a drive-thru or call your order into a restaurant and let them know they need to bring it out to the car for you.\u00a0 It may be a slight hassle, but it\u2019s so important for your animals safety.<\/p>\n

Pay close attention to their eating and drinking habits and their general state of being. Most of all, remember to have fun on your road trip! Your dog or cat will love the experience and the break from their usual day!<\/p>\n

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