| You no longer have to leave your pet at a boarding | | | | If you are planning to travel by air and want to bring |
| kennel when you go on vacation. Many vacation | | | | your dog with you, do some research to |
| destinations are now pet friendly. | | | | check which airlines can best accommodate your |
| Its that time of year again, time for Summer vacation! | | | | family. They can have different policies and |
| Summer vacation means something different for all of | | | | requirements. You will need to have a certificate of |
| us, but we all look forward to getting away from work | | | | health from your veterinarian. Many airlines have |
| and our everyday routine. Whether your family plans | | | | restrictions concerning the weather as well as length |
| to go camping in the mountains, hit the beach, or fly | | | | of flight and number or layovers and plane changes. It |
| across the country to visit family, you are probably | | | | may seem scary to fly your dog in the cargo section |
| thinking about bringing the family dog. At one time, this | | | | of a plane, but certain airlines have employees trained |
| would not have been an option. Most of us would | | | | specifically for for this purpose. The airline will advise |
| board our pal at the local kennel or have the teenager | | | | you what kind of flight kennel you will need and if you |
| next door take care care of him. Today however, it is | | | | should provide food. Most vets discourage sedating |
| a well known fact that people consider their dogs to | | | | your pet as they cannot be certain how it will effect |
| be part of the family, and as such, want to include their | | | | them. If you have a small dog, you should be able to |
| pet in vacation plans. | | | | carry him on and stow him under your seat. |
| Many vacation destinations not only allow dogs, they | | | | If you are loading up your pooch for a road trip, plan on |
| encourage families to bring their pets. Many cities | | | | making several stops along the way. Have water |
| advertise dog-friendly accommodations, attractions, | | | | available for breaks and don't forget the leash. A crate |
| shopping and even restaurants. I live near Philadelphia | | | | or a doggie seat belt or safety harness is the best |
| and there are lots of things to do and places to go in | | | | way to keep your dog out of harm's way and keep |
| and around the city. There is a whole list of outdoor | | | | your dog out of the driver's way. Be sure to pack |
| restaurants where your pooch is welcome. Many of | | | | favorite treats and toys and a blanket to sleep on. No |
| the shops will allow well behaved, leashed dogs inside, | | | | matter what kind of Summer vacation you |
| and you can even take your well- mannered dog on a | | | | are planning, if you're including the family dog, make |
| horse and carriage ride around Independence Mall. All | | | | sure to have shots current, a kennel cough vaccine, |
| over the country, their are campgrounds, national | | | | and an identification tag that will not get lost. |
| parks and beaches that are happy to have your furry | | | | It may be a little extra planning and work, but it is so |
| family member. You can take your dog boating or | | | | worth it to have your family pet join you on your |
| attend an event like a doggy fest which raises money | | | | Summer travels. Have fun everyone! |
| for local shelters. | | | | |