http://www.scenic.com | Follow these tips to make sure you have everything your pet needs when traveling on the road or by air. This includes ideas for supplies to bring, as well as tips for when you are on the road.

2. Whether you're taking a
Grand Canyon tour or a trip
to the City of Lights, you'll
need to take proper action
to ensure your pets are
prepared for the journey.
This includes planning
ahead by researching pet-
friendly hotels, if necessary.
You’ll also want to allow
ample time to speak to your
veterinarian and make sure
your pet is ready to travel.

3. Always make sure you
travel with ample water,
especially during road
trips. Stop often and
encourage your pet to
drink plenty of water
from a travel dish or
bowl. About a gallon of
water is recommended
per pet on each week-
long trip.

4. Before traveling, perform a “trial
run” to see how your pet reacts.
Load him or her into a travel
kennel or the harness you plan to
use, and take a few short drives to
see how they react. If your pet
becomes anxious or carsick, you
can take action to limit these
symptoms during your upcoming
travels. If you’ll be flying with your
pet, it’s a good idea to let him or
her get familiarized with the travel
carrier, especially if they are not
used to confined spaces. Allow a
good month or so for your pet to
explore the carrier.

5. It’s a good idea to discuss any health
concerns with your vet before the trip,
especially if your pet has never traveled
before. Ask your veterinarian to
perform a regular check-up and identify
potential health issues. Also, while
you’re at the vet, you can stock up on
any medications or medical supplies
your pet may need for travel.

6. When it comes to traveling with
a pet, you want to make sure
you remember everything. Here
are a few common items you
should remember to bring along
for the trip:
• Food
• Bedding
• Collar
• Medications
• Grooming Supplies
• Tags
• Leash

7. When driving with pets, especially long
drives, it’s important to provide proper
restraint to avoid injury.
• Travel Kennels: Pet carriers are
ideal for smaller animals, though
large kennels are available for
bigger breeds as well.
• Vehicle Barriers: This is a great
option for large animals,
especially when traveling in a van
or SUV.
• Safety Seats: Nearly identical to a
child’s car seat, safety seats
secure a smaller animal using a
pet harness.

8. When taking pets on a road trip,
remember to take frequent
breaks. This will help avoid any
bathroom “accidents.” Plus pit
stops allow your dog or cat to
stretch their legs and expend
excess energy. Breaks are also a
good time to encourage your
pet to drink water and stay
hydrated on the road.

9. If your pet isn’t quite ready for
a trip in the car or by air,
consider a staycation just for
them! Across the United States,
animal hotels are becoming a
popular option for pet owners.
Offerings vary, from basic
kennels to full-fledged spa
resorts for your furry friends.

10. Scenic is the largest and most experienced aerial tour operator in the
world. Founded in 1967, the company showcases the most impressive
landscapes of the Southwest’s beautiful national parks, specializing in
Grand Canyon air tours. Scenic also develops customized airplane tours
for groups, companies, or incentive programs.
For more info, visit http://www.scenic.com/ or call 800-634-6801.