🚨 Attention pet lovers planning a holiday getaway with their furry friends! 🌟 The RSPCA has some pawsome advice to ensure your dog stays safe and stress-free on your travels.
🐾 Here’s the scoop! Rule number one: Visit your vet at least a month before your trip. This gives time to ensure vaccinations, flea, and worm treatments are up-to-date, and to obtain a health certificate valid for 10 days. Plus, don’t forget a microchip and an ID tag with your contact info and holiday address—just in case your curious pup decides to sniff out an adventure on their own!
🏖️ Planning a summer escape? Make sure your accommodation is pet-friendly and think ahead about how to manage heat and new routines for your pooch. Early morning and late evening walks are ideal when it’s cooler, and ensure there’s constant access to shade and fresh water. Remember, if it’s too hot to touch with your hand, it’s too hot for paws! 🚶♂️🐶
☀️ Avoid running or cycling with your dog in the heat, and always check if your destinations are pet-friendly. If not, it might be pet-sitter time or find a dog-friendly attraction instead of leaving your dog in the car or tied up outside 🔒🚫.
❗️As a golden rule, never leave pets in cars or outbuildings during warm weather—it can be fatal! 🌡️ If temperatures outside reach 22°C, inside a car can soar to a shocking 47°C.
🐕🦺 Spotting signs of heatstroke? Call your vet immediately! Look for heavy panting, vomiting, and drooling as signs your dog needs help.
Keep these tips in mind, and your holiday will be a walk in the park! 🐕🦺❤️ More advice available on the RSPCA website. Safe travels and wagging tails! 🐾🌍