{"id":3219,"date":"2021-09-22T17:24:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-22T11:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/?p=3219"},"modified":"2021-09-29T17:25:32","modified_gmt":"2021-09-29T11:55:32","slug":"labour-day-road-trip-safety-tips-for-pet-parents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/labour-day-road-trip-safety-tips-for-pet-parents\/","title":{"rendered":"Labour Day: Road Trip Safety tips for Pet Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201cLabour Day\u201d is celebrated in the\nfirst week of October to commemorate the achievements of organized labour in\nimplementing the eight-hour workday that we enjoy today. Since Australians\nprefer to celebrate the Labour Day week with their near and dear ones, what can\nbe better than taking a road trip with your dearest furry pal? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Road trips are fun for sure, but when your pet is tagging along, ensuring their safety can be a tad bit of a task. Sometimes, pets tend to get restless and may act to put themselves in danger, like hanging out of the window or jumping in your lap to distract you from driving. Not to forget the concerns about the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and the leisurely road trip will start to sound quite stressful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In order to help you have a safe and memorable road trips with your pet, we thought of listing down a few safety tips for road trip with your pets. Take a look before you embark on creating remarkable memories on this Labour Day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Ultimate Road Safety Tips to Follow While\nDriving with Your Pets<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
  1. Pack up enough food and water.<\/strong> It is essential to provide nutritious meals and freshwater to pets<\/a> to keep them healthy during transit.
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  2. Before you embark on a road trip with your pet, it is imperative to tick off a checklist for all your pet\u2019s essentials<\/a>.<\/strong> You should be carrying medicines, leash, collar, feeding bowls, litter box, poop bags, toys, treats, anxiety relievers, vaccination certificates, medical records, a pet first aid kit and all other important pet supplies.
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  3. Don\u2019t let your pet roam freely in the car.<\/strong> If you have a small pet, put them in a carrier, and in the case of large dogs, let them have their own seat, but don\u2019t forget to restrain them properly with the seatbelts.
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  4. Don\u2019t let your pet hang their heads outside the window.<\/strong> You might get tempted to recreate that iconic movie scene, but it is advisable to not let their heads out.
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  5. Ensure that your accommodation or lodging is pet-friendly.<\/strong> Many hotels and resorts don\u2019t allow pets fearing the complaints of other customers, whereas a pet-friendly hotel will have all the facilities that your Fido needs and will welcome your furry friend with open hearts.
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  6. Beware of fleas and ticks.<\/strong> Going outdoors with your pet means inviting annoying parasites to come settle down on them, unless your pet is covered with monthly flea and tick treatments. <\/a>
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  7. Keep your dog entertained. <\/strong>Long road trips can take a toll on pets, and so it is essential to keep them engaged. Take your pet\u2019s favorite toys, pet food and treats<\/a> to keep their excitement levels up.
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  8. Take enough breaks.<\/strong> Everyone needs breaks when they are cooped up in the car for an extended period of time, and the same goes true for pets. Map out spots for breaks beforehand so that you can relax and freshen up for the rest of the journey.
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  9. Microchip your pet.<\/strong> It is indispensable to keep your pet\u2019s identification up to date. Make sure your pet\u2019s ID tags are updated and get your pet microchipped if you haven\u2019t already as it increases the chances of your pet reuniting in case they\u2019re lost.
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  10. Take some practice drives.<\/strong> Our pets feel safe in the familiar environment, so practicing a few small rides around the city before the actual trip will reduce the chance of developing anxiety in pets. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Happy\nLabour Da<\/strong>y!<\/strong>                                                                                        \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Now that you have all the safety tips handy to commence on a thrilling road trip with your pet, we have another good news for you. As if you needed yet another reason to go on a perfect road trip with your furry friend, VetSupply is exhibiting a massive Labor Day Sale<\/a> to help you stock up everything that you\u2019ll need at slashed prices! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Have a great Labour Day Week y\u2019all! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Best Discount On Pet Supplies.
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    \u201cLabour Day\u201d is celebrated in the first week of October to commemorate the achievements of organized labour in implementing the eight-hour workday that we enjoy today. Since Australians prefer to celebrate the Labour Day week with their near and dear ones, what can be better than taking a road trip with your dearest furry pal? […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3220,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,2],"tags":[717,716,714,567,719,715,501,152],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t