
Don’t forget to pull over every 2-3 hours-pee breaks are as important as H20. Pack some bottled water or bottles of water from home-water from new places can actually cause stomach upset. You’ll also want to bring some water for the road, to keep your dog hydrated and help with carsickness. Stackable ones take up less space in your bag, plus foldable or collapsible ones are good for hikes or walks.
Trying something new? Serve it up before the trip to let your pet’s stomach get used to it.
Skip canned food unless it’s single serving. Kibbleis also very portable, and you can add extra moisture to keep them hydrated. Rehydrate with stomach-soothing bone brothfor added nutrients and flavor. Pack freeze-dried food or dehydrated food for an on-the-go alternative with very similar nutrients.
DOG FOOD/TREATS/CHEWS THAT DON’T NEED REFRIGERATION. You may be asked for this info at some destinations, so it’s good to have it handy. Make sure they’re up-to-date and take a photo to document, as well as one of their rabies tag or license. DOCUMENTATION OF YOUR PET’S VACCINATION RECORDS. Plus, a harness does double duty for extra control on walks in new environments. Also, consider a bench seat cover to prevent muddy paws and maybe some drool from ruining your upholstery. Swing by one of our stores and we can help fit your dog properly for a seatbelt harness, which should always be used in the backseat (where dogs are safest). That’s why we’ve put everything you’ll need together in one place, with our top travel picks and this packing guide. They’re going to need everything on the road that they need at home since you’ll want to keep their routine as stable as possible (that includes trying to keep them on their usual food and sleep schedule too). There are lots of chances for your pet to explore, sniff new stuff, maybe mark some territory three states away, and even experience things for the first time, which is magical.īut when it’s time to pack, don’t forget to grab a suitcase for your pet. Road trips are clearly the winner when it comes to pet travel. Here’s everything you need to keep your pet happy on the road.