
Traveling With Your Dog or Cat? Don’t Forget These Essentials
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Travelling With Your Dog or Cat? Don’t Forget These Essentials
Weekend away or full-on holiday—make it easy with smart packing and the right travel kit.
Planning a trip with your furry sidekick is totally doable with a little prep. Here’s a quick checklist to keep everyone comfy and calm on the move.
What to Bring for Your Dog or Cat
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Secure carrier or harness
Cats: use a Small Pet Carrier.
Dogs: use a travel-safe harness or a Dog Travel Carrier sized for comfort and safety. - Food & water (plus bowls) Pack their usual food and a Collapsible Dog Bowl (great space-saver for water and meals).
- Litter or waste bags Cats: a Foldable Cat Litter Box with a small bag of litter. Dogs: plenty of Biodegradable Dog Poop Bags—don’t get caught short.
- Comfort items A favourite blanket or travel mat; a compact Pet Beds For Dogs can help settle anxious travellers.
- Documents Vaccination records, microchip info, and your vet’s contact details—especially important for hotel stays or trips abroad.
- Clean-up kit Pet-safe wipes, small towel, and a roll of kitchen paper—accidents happen.
- Lead, collar, and ID tag Even with a microchip, visible ID speeds up reunions if you get separated.
Things to Keep in Mind
- Do a trial run: a short drive helps you spot what to tweak (carrier position, water breaks).
- Plan regular stops: give dogs sniff-time and a drink; keep cat breaks calm and contained.
- Check pet rules: confirm hotel, train, or border requirements before you go.
- Stick to routine: keep feeding, walking, and rest times as close to normal as possible.
Need kit? Find travel basics at your preferred Online Pet Store or local Pet Accessories Store; choose practical, packable items you’ll reuse.