English Bulldog Travel Tips
There is nothing more worrying and frustrating than to lose a dog without a trace and no way to connect him to you if strangers can get to him first. So it is important your dog is wearing identification tags that have your name, contact number and other details. You can also put identification in your crate or carrier for faster identification of your dog when traveling by air.
Getting in line at the airport can be tiring enough with all the security checks and redundant baggage check not to mention the tap downs of many airports today due to the threat of terrorism. Spare yourself from further trouble with port officials if you are brining with you your bulldog. Be sure to bring with you your dog’s health certificate. Take your dog to the vet before your trip. You can also bring your dog’s vet records as proof that his rabies shots are updated. This extra preparation can mean all the difference for your trip. Never forget this extra detail. Do not forget to book in advance as there are limits to how many dogs an airplane can carry in a flight. If you have a direct route from your current location to your desired destination, prefer to book that flight. Be sure to have a carrier or crate for your dog as this is required by airlines.
As sure as people need some getting used to in long car trips, the same thing will be for dogs. Before you get him on the road for a cross state trip help him get adjusted with staying in the car longer than the trip to the vet. Dogs can get sick on the road too so it would be best that you make him feel that the long drive is “routine”. Bring him with you in your trips around town. As your dog builds time with you in the car in varying lengths of time he will be more comfortable in your upcoming long road trip. Do not forget to have some regular breaks in between your trip to give your dog a chance to relieve himself, drink water and stretch out.