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Animal Advice
SUPER SUMMER TRAVEL TIPS

It’s that time of year again! The time when we hit the road in search of the perfect summer getaway. And what could make your trip even better? Taking along your pet!

At puppy travel we know how fun traveling with your furry companion can be. That’s why we thought we would offer a few tips to make your trip the best experience possible for you and your pet.

•  Preparation is important. Make sure that your accommodations (whether a hotel or home) are accepting of your pet and her needs. Make sure that your pet is healthy and that her shots are up-to-date. Consider obtaining temporary ID tags that will supply the necessary information should your pet get lost.
•  Keep your pet happy. Take along plenty of water. Stop for periodic exercise breaks. Maintain a regular feeding schedule. Pack favorite toys and blankets.
•  Never leave your pet in a parked car. Studies have shown that on a warm day the temperature in a parked car can rise to 160º F in a matter of minutes, even if the windows are left slightly open. This could mean severe heat stroke, dehydration, or even death for your pet. Don't take any chances!
•  Make sure that your pet is secured while you travel. It can be dangerous and distracting to allow your pet to roam free while you are driving. Consider using a carrier and introduce your pet to it a few days before you travel. Also, when traveling with larger animals, use seat-belt type harnesses for the back seat or specially designed security harnesses for truck beds.
•  Plan for easy air travel. Although the ideal situation is one where your pet can travel in a carrier with you, some airlines will require that your pet travel below. Always try to take a direct flight early in the day so that temperatures and travel are easier for your pet. Alert airline personnel to the fact that your pet is on board so that they can take extra precautions during the flight. Always retrieve your pet immediately upon landing.
•  Maintain good pet health during your trip. Avoid sunburn by staying out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Though your pet's fur will protect him, he can still burn. Rub a bit of sun block on unprotected areas like the tips of his ears, the skin around his lips and the tip of his nose. Keep your pet's fur groomed to avoid tangles or extremely thick hair that may trap in heat.
•  Call puppy travel! There are so many things that we can do to make your trip easy to plan and easy to enjoy. Let us take the hassle out of planning your pet-friendly vacation. Call 1-877-261-3555 today!

WE LOVE WHAT WE DO

Leave the details to us! puppy travel is dedicated to taking all of the work and worry out of your travel plans. We are the first fully accredited travel agency in the United States to dedicate itself to assisting people who wish to travel with their pets. Because we are a member of IATAN (International Airline Travel Agency Network) and have all the appointments required by ARC (Airline Reporting Corporation) you can rest assured that when you travel with puppy travel, you are traveling with the very best.

Traveling with your pet can be easy! We know where to go, what to do, and where to stay. Our over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, combined with our deep love of pets, makes puppy travel the perfect place to come when you need to book pet-friendly travel and accommodations.

Trying to coordinate travel arrangements and hotel accommodations for you and your pet can be a very daunting task. Let us do the work! We have done all of the research and we know what works and what doesn’t. Just look what we can do for you!


Airline Travel
•  Airline reservations for you and your pet
•  Research on airline regulations for pet travel
•  Explanation of country requirements for animals
•  Advice on airline-approved pet carriers

Road Travel
•  Detailed driving maps featuring rest stop options and pet-friendly restaurant recommendations
•  Rental car reservations
•  Motor home reservations
•  Local pet–sitter recommendations and reservations
•  Pet cargo assistance

Accommodations
•  Pet-friendly hotel reservations
•  Pet-friendly condominium/townhouse reservations
•  Motor home reservations
•  Pet-friendly bed and breakfast reservations

Destination Information
•  Advice on pet-friendly beaches
•  Research on leash-off parks
•  Recommendations on pet-friendly hikes and tourist attractions
•  Pet-friendly restaurant recommendations and reservations
•  Chartered ships for sailing with your pet
•  Chartered aircraft for flying with your pet
•  Assistance in securing professional pet-sitters while traveling

Just tell us where you want to go and we will take care of the rest. Whether you and your pet are traveling domestically or internationally, puppy travel will go above and beyond in providing the service that you need to make your travel the very best.

Call puppy travel at 1-877-261-3555 and start making plans to get away with the best travel partner around - your pet. Bone Voyage!



Pet Diet
FAST FOOD FOR YOUR FURRY FRIEND
Get out of town! This summer it’s all about travel. Since you and your pet are ready to hit the road, we want to tell you about an amazing new product that will make traveling with your pet even easier.

Travel Meals™ is the first affordable, convenient and healthy solution for on-the-go owners and their pets. Travel Meals™ features IAMS Dog and Cat Foods packaged in sturdy, plastic containers that transform into food and water feeding bowls. Just open the dual bowl container, tear open the sealed bags of water and food, and pour them into their respective bowls for feeding. The packages also contain IAMS Biscuits and special scoop bags for dogs and disposable litter box with litter for cats.

Could it be any easier than that? You can travel with ease, knowing that the easy-to-handle packaging and the great nutritional value of the food will keep your pet healthy and happy.

For more information about this great new product, visit www.travelmeals.com or www.pg.com. Happy traveling!


Pet Polls

Thanks to all those who participated in last month’s Pet Polls!

We discovered that 58% of your pets suffer from seasonal allergies. We also learned that you were evenly split on whether or not to take your pet on your next Hawaiian vacation if the quarantine rules are relaxed.

We want to know what’s happening with you and your pet! Take a moment to cast your vote and then click on Results to see how others have responded.




PETS IN PARK CITY

There’s nothing else quite like summer in Park City, Utah. This beautiful mountain resort is famous for its great skiing, world-class restaurants, and the Sundance Film Festival. But, did you know that once the snow melts there’s even more to do?

Let your imagination go wild! Park City has something for everyone. From hiking, biking, and fishing to shopping, dining, music, and art festivals, you are sure to please everyone with a trip to Park City. Try out Olympic events such as mountain sledding and the wheeled bobsled. Get a natural high by taking a ride in a hot air balloon. Zoom down the mountain on the Alpine Slide. Golf a round on a beautiful mountain course. The possibilities are endless!

And don’t forget to bring your pet along! The Gables is a fabulous pet-friendly hotel that features an outdoor spa, jetted tubs, a large sunning deck, and fully equipped kitchens in each room. Its convenient location makes it the perfect place for you and your pet to stay.

We can help you plan the perfect Park City getaway. Call puppy travel at 1-877-261-3555 today and experience the beauty and fun of this first-class mountain resort.





Do you love your pet and love to travel? Then puppy travel is the place for you. We take care of all the details and make travel with or without your furry friend simple and worry-free.

Just tell us what you have in mind and we will do the rest. Ticketing, tours, pet-friendly dining and accommodations, dog perks, puppy reunions, pet sitters, theatre tickets . . .the possibilities are endless.

Our years of experience in the travel industry combined with our love of pets help you plan your perfect getaway.

For more information or to start planning your vacation now, visit us at www.puppytravel.com or give us a call at 1.877.261.3555.











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