Making A Day-Trip With Your Pet

Most of us harbour an innate desire to travel and enrich ourselves with new experiences, but loath having to leave behind our pets. Making it up to them by taking them on a short trip to a nearby beach or hill station is a wonderful gesture, and for the more adventurous, one can even fly with them and stay at numerous dog friendly hotels in India. Here are some dos and donts –

When booking a cab, book a spacious vehicle such as an Innova or Tavera, even for medium sized breeds. Clearly state at the time of booking the number of dogs that will be coming, and give the operator information regarding their sizes and breeds. Confirm once more with the travel operator before the driver lands up at your home. If you’re planning to drive yourself, it is recommended to get a crate or cage for your dog, as you don’t want to be distracted while driving. There’s no need to feel you’re being harsh, as the crate keeps your dog safe if brakes are suddenly applied or if you’re driving through some tricky spots. The crate might even make your pet feel more secure.