Advance planning for accommodations, transportation, activities, safety.
10 steps across 1 sections
1. Steps Guide
- Vet checkup — Vaccinations, cert, anxiety
- Update ID — Travel contact on tags, microchip
- Research accommodations — BringFido, TripsWithPets
- Book early — Limited pet rooms
- Research activities — Pet-friendly parks, trails
- Plan transportation — Car: harness. Air: check policy
- Pack — Food, bowls, leash, bags, meds, bed, toys
- Health records — Vaccinations, vet contact
- Local vets — Emergency clinics at destination
- Hotel etiquette — Leash, clean up, no alone, crate
Common Mistakes
- Not confirming policy
- Pets alone in rooms
- Not enough food packed
- Not checking leash laws
- No activity research
Pro Tips
- Kimpton: all pets, no fees
- National parks: dogs leash developed areas
- Lint roller and sheet
- BringFido app
- Call hotels directly