By: Katie Simpson
Most dogs, especially older ones, develop a sense of pattern in their daily lives. Transporting them to new places or doing something that could disrupt those habitual patterns can be upsetting to them.
Experts say that old pets are more likely to have health problems. Common to senior pets are deafness, blindness, and arthritis. As dogs get older, they are more prone to kidney, heart, and liver diseases. Sometimes your pet won’t get around very easily. Read more »
Tags: Boarding Kennel, Degenerative Conditions, Dog Care, dog health, Kennel Staff, Liver Diseases, Pet Boarding, Pet Dogs, Senior Pets
Dogs, Traveling with pets | FitHealthyPets.com December 29, 2010 | 
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By: Paul Wilson
A pet like a child is a great responsibility and the animal or bird is dependent on you to care for it and protect it. And if a move is stressful for children the pressure is ten -fold for a pet that cannot quite comprehend what is happening. Often a house filled with strangers, boxes, and din is not just frightening for a pet it can be quite intimidating.
Before you move you must: Read more »
Tags: Dogs Pets, Health Records, Medical Files, Medicines, Movers, Personal Possessions, Pet To The Vet, Pets Allowed, Preventive Health Care, vaccinations
Pets, Traveling with pets | FitHealthyPets.com August 27, 2010 | Comments (0)
By Daniel Urmann
Traveling with a small dog can be fun for all involved, or it can become very stressful. Here are a few tips that might help you prepare.
- Pet products that are useful, fun and enjoyable will make the pet and owner equally happy Taking the time to search for the right products can save you from many headaches.
- Treats are a good way to relieve the stress and fight boredom your pet may feel during long periods of sitting and waiting around inside a small dog carrier.
- Weather conditions are very important to consider for any sized pet traveling in a small dog carrier.
- Suitable pet clothing is not something to be forgotten especially when hiking or partaking in any outdoor activities.
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By S Wander.
If your travel companion happens to have fur, or walk on four paws instead of feet, then you will probably need to locate a few pet friendly hotels for your travels. Most hotels will not allow you to bring your four legged friend in for a night’s stay, so its important to call ahead to any hotel you plan on staying in to make sure that they accept pets as well as people.
You can find pet friendly hotels in almost any area, and at almost any price range. Pet friendly hotels are typically just like your normal hotels.
You can visit a bed and breakfast, or a spa; all with your cat or dog right there beside you. Since pet friendly hotels are a rarity, the will often book up a little more quickly than other similar hotels. For that reason it’s important to call ahead and book your room early if you know you will be traveling with your pet. Read more »
By Jennifer Strong
Moving can be very stressful for pets as well as humans. You should be aware of the fact that pets do not know how to cope with this stress like humans can. You should take the time to plan your move accordingly if you have pets that are moving with you.
Moving Methods
There are various different choices when it comes to moving your things. You might decide that a professional mover is the right method for you, or you may choose to do it yourself. A moving truck rental is the simplest way to move when you have pets that will be moving with you. Read more »
