Traveling with Pets

1. Schedule a veterinarian visit to ensure overall health and current vaccinations. Ask for a health certificate and vaccination records, especially if you're traveling out of state.

2. Make sure your pet's identification tags and rabies tag are up-to-date and readable.

3. Include your destination address and/or phone number on your pet's tags and cage/crate (if applicable).

4. Remember to pack water to prevent dehydration. The Handi-Drink works extremely well, and allows your pet to drink from it. To help ensure convenient feedings, bring along a collapsible Port-A-Bowl.

5. Pack all medications and supplements to avoid missed doses.

6. Pack a first aid kit to ensure readiness in the event of an injury or medical emergency.

7. Exercise your pet prior to departure. A tired pet is typically much more amenable to travel. Also, bring a lead or harness to allow exercise during "pit stops."

8. Feed your pet at least four hours prior to departure to prevent car sickness. If the trip is long, feed a smaller amount than normal at least two hours before you leave.

9. Use a travel remedy, if necessary. If your pet is extremely anxious about travel, try a soothing non-prescription product like our Ultra-Calm®, Pet Calm, or Rescue Remedy.

10. Trim toenails to prevent snags and injury, especially if your pet will travel in a cage or crate.

11. Cover your car seats with Seat Covers to keep them clean and free of hair shed on your trip.

12. Know your travel rules and restrictions, especially if traveling on an airplane.


from DrsFosterSmith.com

Sleepy Pod

The Sleepypod is designed for road trips. For safe transport, wrap the seat belt around the base of the Sleepypod and pull the shoulder belt through the top handle. The Sleepypod Mini fits under the seat on commercial airplanes.

Exterior made of nylon, Interior made of polyester, Dome-shaped

Care and Cleaning

The ultra plush interior is easily maintained with a quick vacuum or a dip in the washing machine: cold water, gentle cycle with like colors. Tumble dry on low. Do not bleach. All other components can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.

Should the interior ever look less than its best, we do offer additional Ultra Plush Bedding to ensure your Sleepypod is as luxurious as the day you bought it.

from barkbuckleup

PetBuckle

The PetBuckle Seat Belt Harness uses the standard vehicle’s seat belt or latch bar system to safely secure a harnessed dog. Slip the seat belt through the web loop on the harness and latch the buckle. The harness is also designed for use with the PetBuckle Kwik-Connect Tether.

1. EASY TO USE
One of the easiest harnesses to put on, adjust, and remove.

2. DURABLE DESIGN
Features automotive quality buckles, latches and adjusters.

3. COMFORTABLE FOR DOGS
Will not choke or cinch the dog's abdomen area.


2 Ways to Size the harnesses to your dog:

Weight-Based Sizing

Pet owners can choose one of two harnesses, based on the weight of their dog. Two harnesses support dogs of all sizes. *

Small Breed: Fits dogs 20 pounds or less *
Standard Size: Fits dogs over 20 pounds *

* There are some extremely small and extremely large dogs that will not fit into PetBuckle products.

Chest Circumference Sizing

To size using chest circumference sizing, measure the dog’s chest around the area behind the dog’s front legs. Match the dog’s size to the measurement chart below.

Small: 10-20" Medium: 20-28"
Large: 28-36" X-Large: 36-44"

from barkbuckleup

Great Invention!

Removes dirt, sand, mud and chemicals from your dog’s paws—Paw Plunger uses water to loosen the dirt between pads, and soft bristles to scrub paws clean. Just towel dry—the dirt stays behind, and your floors and carpets stay cleaner. Durable plastic with nonslip rubber ring on bottom.

• Cup like appearance
• Made of durable plastic lid
• Removable basket with 4 rows of bristles in the inside
• Cleans dogs' paws
• Fits most size dogs
• "Paw Plunger" and 4 paw prints on the front and back of plunger and top of lid
• Built-in carry handle on the side
• Non-slip rubber bottom gasket
• Measures approx. 8½" H x 6" diameter
• Paw opening measures approx. 3¼" diameter

available from Solutions.com

Ramses, Recently Rescued by My Sister

Cleaning with Baking Soda

* To freshen your carpet sprinkle with baking soda, leave for 15 minutes, then vacuum.

* For pet accidents, clean area first and allow to dry. Sprinkle with baking soda, leave for 15 minutes, then vacuum.

* Use a solution of 4 Tablespoonfuls dissolved in 1 quart of warm water to clean plastic and rubber toys. Fabric toys can be refreshed by sprinkling with baking soda, wait 15 minutes, then brush off.

* To freshen upholstery, clean area first and allow to dry. Sprinkle with baking soda, wait 15 minutes, then vacuum.

* Pet bedding odors can be rid by sprinkling with baking soda (use more baking soda for stronger odors), wait 15 minutes, then vacuum.


from Dog Fancy magazine

Such a Silly Girl!

Cool Doggie Products

Cool Vest by Gramercy Distribution
Blue or Orange $49.99 - $62.99




Instant Screen Door from Orvis.com
30“, 32“, 36“ - $49.00
48” - $59.00




Happy Muzzle from doginthecity.net
7 sizes $19.95 ea.

White Distilled Vinegar

*Vinegar can be used to freshen air either by spraying it in the desired room or by placing some in a bowl and leaving it out to sit.

*Adding a small amount of vinegar to your dog's water bowl (with water) helps keep fleas away.

*Use equal parts of vinegar and cool water to get rid of urine stains. Flush stains first with lukewarm water, then apply mixture, blot area, rinse area, and allow to dry.

Keep Pets Safe While Cleaning

Keep cleaning products in their original containers

*Avoid putting products in food and beverage containers
*Make sure all product's lids fit tight and secure
*Important information is on the original container, in case of emergency


Keep products away from pets

*Pet food and/or water dishes should
*If you have pest bait products out, make sure your pet can't get to them
*If a cleaner is spilled, keep pets away until the area is cleaned up
*Pay attention when spraying products outside on a windy day, it can get into the water supply of wild animals
*Be sure to store all cleaning products and pesticides out of your pet's reach


Calling for help

*An emergency phone number is located on many product's labels
*Keep your local Poison Control Center number by the phone
*Keep your Veterinarian's phone number by the phone
*When calling have the product label in hand for important information

The Environmental Protection Agency posts guidelines on it's website:
www.epa.gov/pesticides/factsheets

from Dog Fancy magazine