28 October,2010 07:03 AM IST | | The Trip Team
If you're the kinds who simply cannot leave your pet Labrador or cute guinea pig at home, while you're holidaying, fret not. Theu00a0Trip has lined up a set of insightful pointers that should keep you and your furry friend in high spirits.
>>u00a0If you pet isn't used to travelling, take your pet on short trips to the store, park or a friends, or even around the block, each time increasing the travel time.
>>u00a0Don't let your pet loose in the car; at the minimum, provide a crate for your pet, or even better, fit your dogs with a safety harness attached to the seatbelt system. Ideally, they should ride in the back seat for added security.
>>u00a0If travelling by air, the carrier must comply with strict airline regulations. Check with the airlines. Also check on the underseat dimensions, our site lists most major airline numbers and web sites specific to pet travel.
>>u00a0If travelling outside of the country, contact the embassy or consulate of your destination country in advance for papers you will need and any quarantine or health requirements. Also, ask check for health risks your pet might face.
>>u00a0Ensure you pet has ID-tags, with your home address and phone number; keep an additional tag with the address and telephone number of your destination, as well as your cell number.
>>u00a0If your pet is in a soft carrier never leave it alone when closed, they may become panicked and could harm themselves.
>>u00a0Take plenty of your pets' regular brand of pet food. Feed your pet a light meal five to six hours before departure. Don't give them water within two hours of departure. Also, it's not a good idea to feed your pet in moving vehicles.
