Travel with Your Pet Safely and Comfortably

By Joanne Gallagher

Vacation time is right around the corner. On Memorial Day Weekend, a lot of us hit the road for a weekend getaway or daily road trips. Taking your pet along makes the trip a complete family outing. Most dogs love to ride in cars and its fun to take them along with you wherever you go.

This article contains some important tips to consider when traveling with your pet. Your trip will be more enjoyable if you keep your dog safe and content in the car. A dog or cat left unrestrained may be a hazardous distraction to the driver. There is actually equipment designed specifically for traveling with your pet.

Pets should be protected during the trip by not allowing them to jump around or poking their head out of the window. Allowing your pet to ride with their head outside the window can cause harm the inner ear, infections to the lungs, and damage from flying debris. Your car's air conditioner works just fine for your dog.

Various dangers exist when pets are left unrestrained in the vehicle. Although many pets are well behaved in the car, consider your pets safety if you happen to be involved in an auto accident.

Be certain your dog or cat cannot meander around the automobile. Multiple solutions are available including a pet safety belt, pet harness or pet car seat. Pet auto travel safety devices such as these offer security should an auto accident take place by securing your pet inside the vehicle.

A dog auto harness can attach to the automobile's safety belt and is a Perfect alternative to a dog crate. When properly fitted, a pet harness will let your pet sit and lie down happily during your trip and will supply security during sudden stops or quick turns.

Car Safety Vest Dog Harness by ODonnell affords fortification to your dog or cat while riding in an automobile. These harnesses are held to the same crash standards as a child safety seat. Thirty (30) lbs. at 30 mph. Their universal metal buckle fits into most seat belt receptacles. They are made and manufactured from ballistic nylon which gives the harness added security for your pet's security.

Traveling with your pets can add to the family's vacation experience. Keep your dog or cats safety in mind whether you are going on a quick trip or on long distance vacation! - 29895

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