For many dog owners planning dog friendly holidays or trips away to visit friends or family can be great fun and save the angst of being separated from your dog. A holiday or trip away can offer a great opportunity to spend quality time with your dog so in our latest blog Scientific Nutritional Products takes a look at what to pack, how to travel and to most importantly how best to guarantee your dog enjoys the trip!
Firstly whether you are booking accommodation or staying with friends or relatives - ensure the lodgings are well set up for dogs including a secure space where your dog/s can have a run. Check where you are staying has everything your dog needs and make sure you have the details for the nearest veterinarian to the accommodation in case you were unlucky enough to have an emergency with your canine friend.
When travelling break your journey with some pit-stops. Rather than stopping at motorway services stations research dog friendly pubs, cafes or gardens along the route.
When staying away dog owners will need to pack equipment such as dog beds and dog bowls as the majority of dogs will be more comfortable if you bring some toys and everyday objects with a familiar scent from home. Consider your individual dogs needs; for example if you have an elderly dog ensuring there is level access to outside space for toilet breaks is essential whereas if you have a younger or more boisterous dog then a secure adjoining garden to provide some stimulation may be indispensable.
Dog owners should always bring their usual dog food and avoid a change in diet which can upset our dogs’ metabolism. If they have a Dog Joint Supplement such as Canine Joint Right from Scientific Nutritional Products then pack this supplement with you as keeping it in the diet over your holiday period will avoid breaks from vital Joint support.
When travelling with your dog make sure they are up to date with flea and worm treatment and their vaccinations are in date. This is especially important if you were to be staying with friends or family members with their own dogs as parasites or infections could be spread!
nally of the fantastic things about trips away is getting to walk your dog in new places. Whether you are visiting woodland, fields or the beach give your dog time and space to explore new places at their own pace. This will mean they can enjoy your trip to the full!
To put your mind at rest and so you can enjoy dog walking to the full your dog should wear a collar with an ID tag detailing the holiday accommodation’s address as well as your contact details.
For all dogs, including Dog Joint Supplements in the diet can be highly beneficial. Scientific Nutritional Products manufacture Canine Joint Right which contains Glucosamine for Dogs, Chondroitin, HA, MSM & DHA Omega-3 Oils offering the ultimate package to support your dog's joint mobility.
For more information visit our website at www.horsesupplementsdirect.co.uk or to speak to a member of the team about your dog’s joint health. You can call us on FREEPHONE 0800 032 7774
