Whether you are planning a staycation in Colorado or planning on traveling out of state, here are some helpful tips to make it a memorable journey for everyone involved.
Pack enough food and water for your trip:
While you may have grocery and pet stores along the route you take, they may not have the food you serve your pet. Packing an ample supply before you leave will ensure that this isn’t a concern when you are 500 miles away from your home.
Judy Calhoun & Ellie
Practice makes perfect:
Before heading out on your vacation, take your pet on a longer than usual drive and have them sit where they would for the actual trip. It’s key to remember that some pets can get carsick; it’s not just relegated to humans. Become aware of your pet’s comforts and discomforts before you get in the car for that five-hour drive.
Make time for play (and bathroom breaks) on your drive:
It’s recommended to stop every 2-3 hours to give your pet a chance to relieve themselves and also to be able to stretch. Sitting in a car for several hours has the propensity to make them very uncomfortable, which could lead to the trip being much less enjoyable for you as well.
Make sure your pet’s license and microchip information is updated:
If the unthinkable happens, and you lose your pet while on vacation, their updated license and microchip significantly increase the chances of being reunited with you. When traveling, it’s good to have your mobile number attached to your pet’s identification information so they can be tracked back to you as quickly as possible.
Judy Calhoun is the Executive Director of the Larimer Humane Society in Lovleand.