Guide for Pet Owners Going on Vacation
With these tips, you'll be able to go on vacation with peace of mind, whether you decide to bring your dog with you or leave it in someone else's care.
Bringing Fido on vacation
There are various solutions for those who plan to take a family vacation and want to bring their dog:
Overseas
In Europe, it is easy to find hotels and restaurants that accept pets , as Europeans are used to taking their animals wherever they go. Find out about the current regulations with the authorities in each of the countries where you plan to go: you will most likely have to install an electronic chip on your animal, have it vaccinated , have it undergo blood tests and obtain a veterinary certificate before leaving.
South of the border
Traveling by car with your pet is certainly the most practical and the cheapest solution. However, to enter the United States, your pet will still need to be vaccinated and issued a veterinary certificate 10 days or less before you cross the border.
Welcome pets
There are many resources on the Internet that will help you find accommodation that also accommodates your pet. Go to the Partout avec mon chien website for a list of hotels, motels, tourist resorts, cottages, cabins, bed and breakfasts and other accommodations offered in Quebec that accept dogs. For a list of accommodations offered in Canada, the United States or elsewhere in the world, go to the Travel Pets site; You will also find great tips to make your trip easier, a checklist for your pet, a list of parks and trails that accept dogs and an animal hospital locator.. The TripAdvisor site also has a list of establishments where pets are allowed.
Animal boarding
The boarding house is sometimes the best solution for dogs that need daily exercise or for pedigree animals, which can benefit from a veterinarian service on call. It costs $ 15 to $ 20 per day, depending on the size of the animal. You might be able to get a discount if you book well in advance, are a regular customer, or board more than one animal.
Choose a pension that has been recommended to you
If possible, choose a pension that has been recommended to you by friends or ask your vet to give you the name of a reliable company. Pet stores and grooming services should also be able to educate you on this.
Private pension
It will cost you $ 30 to $ 40 per day to have your pet cared for in private homes.
Visit before making a decision
Always visit the location where you plan to board your pet before making a decision. Make sure that the temperature, lighting, ventilation and bedding are adequate, that the animals are protected from the elements at all times and that they have a safe enclosure for exercise.
