Research Dog Friendly Airlines

Traveling by air can be stressful on you and your pet. The best remedy for success is planning ahead for your dog friendly accomodations. Contacting dog friendly airlines and speaking with an informative customer service representative is the most beneficial source of information. They can tell you all the airline and kennel regulations and make reservations if necessary. There are also some other details to consider besides the travel regulations. Here are a few tips to make the trip smoother for your animal companion.

• Try to use a direct flight if possible.
• Try to travel on the same flight as your pet.
• Travel in the early morning or late evening if it is summer and early afternoon in the winter if temperatures are extreme.
• Apply an identification label to the kennel with your name, address, destination and numbers where you can be reached.
• Have identification affixed to the collar of the animal.
• Fill the water tray in the kennel with ice cubes and not with water that will spill out.
• Avoid feeding the animal from four to six hours before a flight.

These are just a few suggestions for traveling by air. You might also consider slowly introducing your pet to a kennel if it is not something they use very much. If the kennel is associated as a calm place to sleep, your animal will be more easily adjusted to it. Sometimes kennels are also necessary when you arrive at your dog friendly hotel. Some hotels require them to be used if you are going to be out of the room. Kennels are almost a necessity when you travel with an animal companion.

Locate a Dog Friendly Hotel

Many hotels today cater to those that travel with pets by offering discounts on amenities and services. Your best source for locating a dog friendly hotel is Fido Friendly. They have multiple listings of dog friendly places nationwide. Their detailed hotel information includes rates, restrictions and services available. Their bi-monthly magazine is full of articles and guides on the latest products and services for your pet. Not only do they offer hotel guides, but they also have information on dog friendly airlines, dog fashions and travel destinations. You do not have to leave your animal companion at home anymore.