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Follow on Google News |  Veterinary Education Network offers Tips for National Travel Safely Day, January 2, 2014January 2, 2014, Dallas, TX - Veterinary Education Network (VEN) offers tips to protect pets while traveling. January 2nd is National Pet Travel Safety Day (http://www.pettravelsafetyday.com/) Dogs love riding in their securely fastened crates in my car. At just 10 M.P.H. if you must stop quickly due to an animal or person in the road, your dog faces the risk of flying through the windshield and at the very least, suffering broken bones from being thrust into the back of the seat or hitting the dashboard. If you allow them to ride in your lap, even resting on the edge of the window, they can be crushed between you and the steering wheel in a sudden stop or an accident, as well as being ejected from the vehicle into oncoming traffic. Statistics show that the number one reason dogs are injured or killed in car collisions is because they get confused after an accident, causing them to jump out of the vehicle through an open window or door that suddenly opens. Here are a few tips: Keep dogs safely in the car with crates and seatbelts, keeping your dog entertained while you are driving, and visit with your veterinarian for pets that have automobile sickness. Get your dog used to traveling. An over-excited or anxious pet makes a poor traveler, so spend some time getting your dog used to regular car rides. Start off with short trips around the block and to fun destinations such as the dog park. Reward your dog with treats so your dog associates car rides with good things. If you only take your pet in the car for trips to the vet, the car will automatically have a negative association. Restrain your pet. If you must come to an abrupt stop while driving, an unrestrained pet can become a projectile and is subject to great injury. Make sure your pet is properly restrained whenever you travel by car with one of these options: The simplest and safest method is a well-ventilated pet carrier (http://www.1800petmeds.com/ If you don’t have room for a crate or carrier in your car, consider a dog car seat (http://www.1800petmeds.com/ A pet barrier (http://www.1800petmeds.com/ Identification is important. Whenever you travel with your pet, make sure your dog or cat has current identification, ideally a collar and ID tag that can be spotted immediately as well as a permanent form of identification such as a microchip or tattoo as a backup in case the collar becomes separated from your pet. If you are in an accident, or even if you open the door to leave the car, an excited or scared dog or cat can easily bolt and become lost in an unfamiliar area. Pet Suitcase Think about the things your pet has at home to make them feel comfortable and safe – bedding, food, toys, and water. Pets may not have much of an appetite when traveling. Bring food and especially extra water, because many pets will become thirsty. Cats will need a litter box to use in the car for long journeys, and plan regular safe walking breaks for your dog. Travel Healthy Keep pets warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Do not leave pets unattended in the car if you can help it. Make sure your pet is up to date on their shots, including the ones needed in your destination. Certain places have different restrictions on disease control and even breeds. Keep a pet medical kit in the car, and consider taking a class on pet CPR for emergency situations. Have the name and phone number for an emergency veterinarian in your destination. Here is a quick Pet Travel Check List: Properly-sized crate or harness Food Water Toys Bedding Collar Leash Litter box Pet first aid kit Name and phone number of your current vet and a vet in your destination When driving, this is a good time to remind everyone never to leave a pet unattended in a parked car, even with the windows cracked. Even on a mild day, it doesn’t take long for the interior temperature of a parked car to become dangerously hot. On cold days, your pets are at risk of hypothermia. Traveling also includes flying and staying at pet friendly hotels and inns. There are pet-friendly hotels, inns and other accommodations, restaurants around the world. Fido Friendly provides a list of pet friendly hotels and inns. http://www.fidofriendly.com/ When traveling using airlines check with the airlines for their rules and regulations. Many do not allow flying of pets during certain times of the year due to extreme weather conditions (too hot or too cold) that could injure or kill pets held in the cargo area of the planes. Most require current vaccinations and paperwork and there is a fee to fly with your pet in the passenger cabin. When flying out of the US many countries have limitations and require guaranteeing of your pets. Check first. Veterinary Education Network (VEN) delivers high impact continuing education and the tools that help you boost productivity, strengthen employee commitment, and improve bottom-line profits for your veterinary business. VEN's mission is dedicated to helping DVM's achieve their professional goals while improving the quality of life for people, the planet and pets through quality education and industry. Go to www.VeterinaryEducationNetwork.com for more information. Contact: Dana Rhoden, CMP, CMM dana@VeterinaryEducationNetwork.com (email) 214.716.7600 (phone) 214.868.8067 (cell) Veterinary Education Network ○ 6119 Greenville Ave, Ste 632 ○ Dallas, TX 75206 214-716-7600 ° Fax: 214-361- End
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