More Tips for Traveling with Pets

Pet owners who like to travel frequently buy RVs so they can bring Fluffy and Fido along for the ride. Buying an RV online allows the whole family to travel together. No more hunting around for hotels that allow pets. No more shelling out for expense kennels. And, for your pets, no more anxious, unhappy days away from the family. Everybody’s happy!

Including your pets in your RV travels is fun but does entail a few extra responsibilities to keep them happy and safe. Follow these tips from experienced RV owners (see our previous post for more tips for traveling with pets):

1. Keep plenty of water, food and treats easily accessible in case you run into traffic jams, long lines at park entrances or slow-moving border crossings.

2. Teach your pet to stay close to your campsite. At every stop, watch your pet as he explores your campsite. The minute he starts to wander off, herd him back. He’ll soon learn the boundaries and training will go faster at each stop. If your pet continues to wander, invest in corkscrew stake that won’t pull loose and a long lead on a swivel hook. Your pet will be able to move around freely without running off.

3. Stick to your pet’s regular home schedule for feeding and walking while traveling, especially when crossing time zones.