As a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Jay Butan, DVM understands the many challenges of traveling with a pet. Sensitive to the many concerns pet owners face in unfamiliar travel situations, Dr. Butan suggests a number of tips that can take the stress out of pet travel, making your departure, arrival, and everything in between a little more relaxing and a lot less complicated.

1. Pet Travel
Tips

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As a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Jay Butan, DVM understands
the many challenges of traveling with a pet. Sensitive to the many
concerns pet owners face in unfamiliar travel situations, Dr. Butan
suggests a number of tips that can take the stress out of pet
travel, making your departure, arrival, and everything in between a
little more relaxing and a lot less complicated.
1. Make sure to take your pet to the veterinarian before travel so
that you can be sure he or she is current on all shots and is
healthy enough for travel.
2. If traveling out of the country, be sure to check the rules and
regulations set forth by the country of destination regarding pets
allowed into the region. Most countries require a valid and current
certificate of health, as well as proof of vaccinations and shots.
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3. 3. Contrary to popular belief, sedatives can be dangerous
for your pet. Do not administer any type of drug unless you
have consulted with your veterinarian beforehand.
4. Allow your pet to acclimate to a kennel several weeks
before your trip. This will ensure that your pet experiences
the minimum amount of stress. Try to make positive
associations with the kennel for your pet, so that he or she
does not see it as a punishment.
5. Make sure that your pet is properly identified with a collar
or tag.
6. Bring along items that will allow your pet to feel more at
ease, such as chew toys or anything that carries the scent
of home.
7. Be aware of your pet’s demeanor and behavior. Pets
often find travel, especially air travel, to be stressful, so
check your pet often after a travel experience, and contact
your veterinarian in case the animal is acting sick or
unusually lethargic.
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