Do you like to take your pet on the road with you when running errands? If so, make sure you keep yourself and your furry friend safe with this useful tips.
Always keep your pet restrained. This is essential to ensuring that all passengers, human or canine, stay safe on travels. Unrestrained pets can pose a big distraction, so keep yours in place with a pet seatbelt or a carrier. If you’re guilty of regularly reaching your arm back to control your pup, get a restraining device right away.
Do not let your dog sit in your vehicle unattended. It’s about to get hot, real hot. But no matter the time of year - summer, winter, spring or fall - it’s never wise to leave pets alone in cars unattended. Even on cooler days, temperatures inside the cabin can rise quicker than you might expect.
Don’t let your dog stick its head out of the window. This may be a familiar habit of dogs, but it can actually harm them. Along with possibly straining the earflaps, dogs can be put in precarious situations if the driver suddenly hits a bump, makes a hard turn or performs another jolting maneuver. Plus, there’s always a risk of your dog getting hit by flying debris.
Always keep treats for your pet on hand. Specifically choose products that your dog is familiar with. You never know if new treats might not agree with your dog’s stomach and you don’t want to end up with a nasty surprise on the road. Treats are great to give your dog when he or she is rambunctious or displaying signs of anxiousness.
Keep cleaning supplies and waste bags in your car at all times. When you do experience nasty surprises on the road, you’ll want to be able to clean the mess up right away, helping to prevent any stains or smells from lingering. In addition, dog owners should ensure that they’re always ready to take their pups on bathroom breaks, so having waste bags in the car is a must.
