Tips for drivers planning a road
trip with the family pet so that all passengers can remain comfortable in the
close quarters of a vehicle interior.
Before you and your pet hit the
road, make sure your vehicle is both pet ready and road ready, take steps to
keep your pet safe and conduct a pre-trip vehicle inspection, so you can have
an enjoyable, low-stress trip with your pet in tow.
According to the Humane Society,
keep your pets in the backseat. The safest way for a dog to travel in the car
is in a crate that has been anchored to the vehicle using a seatbelt or other
secure means. Cats should remain in carriers. Never transport a pet in the back
of an open pickup truck and make plenty of rest stop breaks.
Be sure to check your vehicle’s air
conditioning (A/C) system before embarking on summer road trips. Driving with
your windows closed and the A/C on will keep all passengers comfortable and
protect your pet from sticking its head out the window. Do not leave pets
unattended in the car, even with the windows slightly open, as inside
temperatures soar and will endanger your pet.
Cleaning your vehicle’s interior
will make for more comfortable travel with your pet. Heavy casino duty floor
liners, water proof car seat covers and water repellent fabric or leather
solutions will help protect your vehicle from pet hair, odors and other messes.
Keep a kit in the trunk for on-the-spot cleanups, containing such items as
upholstery or leather cleaner, glass cleaner, paper towels or rags and lint
rollers. Place dryer sheets under the seats to help keep your car smelling
fresh.
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