How To Train A Dog

Are you planning on bringing the dog on your next family road trip? New surroundings and long trips can be stressful for dogs and cause excess excitability or other undesirable behaviors. Follow these tips to make the trip a successful one for the entire family.

1. Take a series of short trips with your dog to make sure there are no problems with motion sickness, excitability or other issues that need to be addressed before the trip. Talk to your vet if you have any concerns.

2. Pack at least 2 leashes in an easy to find location of the car. Your dog should be wearing a properly fitted collar and updated id tags throughout the entire trip.

3. Bring an updated copy of your dog’s shot records, including the latest rabies vaccination date. Also bring a recent photo of your dog, just in case you are separated.

4. Do not experiment with new foods or snacks on a long trip. Bring your dog’s regular food and stick as close to his normal feeding schedule as possible.

5. Loose dogs in cars are dangerous to both passengers and your pet. Use a kennel or a special pet restraint to prevent your dog from becoming a potentially deadly flying object in a crash.

6. Even the best dogs can be spooked by by the noise and confusion of rest areas so be sure to keep him leashed at all times. If you have an active dog, research your route before the trip to find dog parks along the way.

7. NEVER leave your dog alone in the car. Even with a window cracked, the car can reach lethal temperatures withing minutes.

7. Take your dog for a long walk every morning and every evening of the trip.

Nothing can put a damper on a family road trip like a sick or unhappy pet. These tips can help make for a successful trip for the entire family.

Find more tips for afamily road trip at Jenny Untermeyer’s site and blog. All the travel toys, accessories and more to create the perfect family vacation.