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You really need a vacation. You have been working hard for months, and you have had all you can take of responsibility. However, what do you do about your pets? They are a responsibility you cannot set aside - and you do not want to use a kennel. By Jamie Jefferson You really need a vacation. You have been working hard for months, and you have had about all you can take of responsibility. However, what do you do about your pets? They are a responsibility you cannot set aside. The idea of sending your pets to kennels or catteries may distress you, especially when you consider how much they would enjoy sharing a vacation with you. Traveling with pets sounds difficult, but it is manageable, if you know what you are doing. Most major airlines have written guidelines on transporting pets. Read these carefully and make sure you know what you are doing before any air journey begins. You can often take smaller pets on board the plane as hand luggage, although you will need to keep them inside crates. Larger pets must travel in the baggage area. Because this area does not enjoy the same insulation as the cabin, you should travel in the middle of the day during the winter (or at night during the summer) to make sure they are as comfortable as possible. Do not give them food in case they get travel sick, but do give them blankets and toys to play with. Find a direct flight to your destination, because you will not be able to change flights easily with your pets. You should also arrive early for your flight in case of complications. Car travel with pets might seem simpler, but road trips are prone to problems of their own. Travel sickness is common in cats and dogs. Ask your vet for advice on how to treat this. What a good vet will not do, however, is agree to sedate your pets during travel, as this can be harmful. This means that you will have to find ways to keep them calm so that they do not distract the driver. Make sure your pets are not in a position to interact physically with the driver. For particularly active pets, this may mean you have to seal off the rear of the car with mesh. Show your pets lots of affection after each leg of the journey. If they become stressed, pull over and give them the chance to move around a bit. Given this treatment, many pets learn to travel very well without causing difficulties. Once you reach your destination, you will need somewhere for your pets to stay. Do not just assume that this will be okay with your accommodation provider - always check ahead of time. If you are having trouble finding an understanding hotel or guest house in the area you want to visit, check out the local self-catering accommodations, as they are often pet-friendly. Traveling with pets is not easy, but with careful planning and preparation, it is quite possible to do it successfully. When you are running along a beautiful beach at sunset with your pet by your side, you will feel that it was well worth the effort. About the Author: Jamie Jefferson is a frequent contributor to http://www.BestSelfHelp.com. Read more articles on self-empowerment and get free self-help resources. Article source: 111 Travel Directory: Triple1.com (triple one dot com) More free articles: 1st Rate Articles - 1stRateArticles.com |
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