Travelling can be stressful, especially when you have to take your pet along. There’s a lot going through your mind even before the journey actually begins, causing a lot of anxiety. However, the comfort of your pet is of paramount importance necessitating a pet-friendly trip no matter what. The best way to do so is by preparing yourself at the earliest to avoid any discomfort to your pet. To help you, here is a comprehensive guide for pet-friendly travel.

• Learn about the policies

Although an increasing number of places and airlines around the world are now accommodating pets, each of them has certain policies and rules in place. Knowing these policies is important, and should ideally be clarified weeks before your journey commences. Some hotels even offer daycare facilities for pets, and learning about such facilities can help you have a more enjoyable holiday.

• Prepare necessary documents

While traveling with your pet, you require certain documents, especially if it is an international trip. Health records are especially crucial as officials are interested in knowing about the health of an animal before the trip. Therefore, ensure that you collated all necessary documents required, get the necessary health certification from your pet’s vet.

• Prepare your pet

A few weeks or days before the journey, take your pet on demo runs and get them acclimatized to traveling conditions. If you are planning for a road trip you’re, then it might be a good idea to drive your pet around for an hour on a daily basis. This ensures that they are comfortable staying in the car throughout the duration of the drive.

• Get a comfortable basket

While traveling, your pet, out of curiosity or sheer innocence, might meddle with fellow unwelcoming travelers. Therefore, get them a comfortable enough basket so that they relax during the journey. Again, ensure that they are comfortable in the basket though it is a temporary settlement through training weeks before the trip.

• Carry enough supplies

Water and food are essentials for your pet; therefore, carry a decent quantity while traveling as well as sightseeing. Additionally, keep a couple of toys with you, as it could help alleviate any anxiety your pet might have when visiting a new place.

• Be considerate

Nobody knows your pet better than you; hence, while traveling, keep your pet away from anything that usually gets on their nerve. It would also be prudent to train your pet to be graceful and well-mannered around people. Alternatively, do not lose your mind if your furry friend seems agitated on the trip. Act just like you would back at home, and do your best to ensure they are not affected by the new environment.

Equipped with this knowledge, ensure that you and your pet have a comfortable trip together without causing any discomfort to other travelers.