This isn’t an issue for us since that’s how often we stop ourselves for a restroom break anyway. I also make sure to keep the car temperature cool and not too warm.ĭepending on how far you’re traveling, you’ll want to consider stopping every 2-3 hours so your dog can go potty and stretch their legs. I typically feed her 3-4 hours before we get in the car. To help with Zooey’s car sickness, I avoid feeding her prior to our ride. Start by taking short car trips and gradually work up to longer ones. Kuma is a pro and loves car rides however, Zooey is the opposite and gets a little car sick sometimes (she’s also younger than Kuma). Not all dogs are immune to car sickness, in fact, car sickness is quite common, especially for young dogs and puppies. The important thing is that you choose the best option for everyone involved. Some dogs travel better in a crate, which provides comfort and safety. This cover keeps your car clean and prevents your pup from falling under the seat. Some dogs need a harness seat belt to keep them in place, but luckily our dogs are pretty calm and can handle the back seat without a seat belt. You’ll want to prepare your back seat for your pup and make sure they are just as comfortable on the road as you are. Shoes for the occasion–be that snow boots, hiking boots, high heels, sneakers, or Wellies (i.e.What to Plan Ahead When Traveling with Your Dog Jacket(s)–remember to pack more than one if you expect both rain and sunshine, or both windy days and warm days Shorts and/or skirts and/or dresses if it’s warm where you’re going not skinny jeans or super tight leggings) Pants, including ones that are comfortable driving in (i.e. Thermal “underwear” (long johns and a sweater–two pairs of each if you can’t easily launder them) Socks (if you plan to go somewhere and hike, check your local sports/outdoor store for great hiking socks that also help eliminate bad smells) Toiletry bag to keep it all in one place! Lip balm (lips tend to crack if you go somewhere cold, or somewhere with dry air)įoot balm (in case you’re walking a lot–something like Badger Balm also helps make your footsies smell nice, which is good if you’re being active on your trip!) Sunblock (even if you don’t like them, find an organic one if you’re going somewhere where it’s very sunny, even in the snow, as a nasty burn can ruin your trip) Washing powder (for handwashing if going somewhere with no washing machine) Soap (if you plan to wash in the wilderness, buy products that don’t pollute, and if there’s salt water only, buy products that work in salt water) Homemade heater if going somewhere cold (a metal bucket and candle)īody wipes if you won’t have access to a bathįast drying towel (usually found in sports/outdoor shops) Something to cool you down if there’s any risk at all of you getting stuck somewhere in the middle of nowhere in the hot sun–a cooler with ice, or a battery driven fanĪ little gas kitchen (Bunsen burner) in case there’s any risk of you needing to heat something up and there’s no dry wood available, or you aren’t allowed to make fires Water purification tablets and water purifier if you’re going to drink from a river or spring If you’re going somewhere there’s no cellphone signal you may want to bring some form of walkie talkie or radio for making contact with others Snacks that can take you through a day or so if you get stranded somewhere, or someone’s blood sugar levels suddenly drop (or just to keep your stomachs from rumbling if you get stuck in traffic…) Water–always have five or more liters in the carĮxtra blankets (even if you’re planning to stay in hotels, your car may break down somewhere at night and it can get chilly fast)įirst aid kit that includes not just plasters and a bandage, but a safety blanket (or two), something to treat burns, gloves, scissors, something to stitch someone up if needed, painkillers, a sanitizer, something to stop bleeding, needles and tweezers for removing splints, etc.īug repellants and stuff to treat bug bites (if going to an area with snakes, check what you should bring)Įpi pen if someone may suffer from severe allergies to anything at allįire extinguisher (the kind that works on oil) and fire blanket Sunglasses–you cannot drive safely unless you can see and they will also protect your eyes from UV light if going somewhere sunny, or a place with lots of snowįlashlight and extra batteries unless it’s solar powered (bring two in case one breaks to be on the safe side, unless you have a flashlight on your phone, then just bring the one)
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