Experts explain what should or should not be done to ensure the comfort and well-being of pets
Whether on summer or winter vacations, many people choose to take advantage of the well-deserved rest on the road. However, those who are pet tutors, first of all, need to think about the well-being and comfort of pets during this period.
To take the pet on the trip or not?
One of the most recurring questions from tutors is: “Can I take the pet on the vacation trip?”. According to Dr. Eduardo Filetti, veterinarian and director of Clínica Veterinária Filetti, everything will depend on different factors. “If your animal adapts well in the company of his family and he is not used to traveling, sometimes it is better to leave him in the city so that he does not face the stress of the trip”, he advises.
Taking him as a travel companion can also be a good option if you are very attached to the animal. “The advantage is that you will see your pet up close, in addition to providing new landscapes and challenges for him”, adds the veterinarian.
care for traveling
If you choose to take your pet on vacation, Dr. Patrícia Carignani, a veterinarian and specialist in surgery for dogs and cats, recommends planning in advance. “You should check the place and city you are going to visit to protect your pet in the best way against fleas, ticks and vectors, such as mosquitoes and mosquitoes”, she points out.
Others health care of the pet are also important before the trip. “The vaccination card, with rabies and polyvalent vaccines, must be up to date at least 30 days before the trip. If your pet for travel by plane or bus, it will also be necessary to provide a health certificate”, details the specialist.
If the pet does not travel
If the most viable option is not to take the pet on the trip, planning should also be done. Dr. Patrícia Carignani comments that the tutor must choose in advance a place with structure for the pet to stay. In addition, if the pet stays close to other animals, the medications anti-tick and anti-flea must be up to date, and rabies and flu vaccines must be given at least 30 days in advance.
Main precautions during the journey
Some care for animal during the journey are important, especially when traveling by car. “The most recommended thing is that pets travel at night. That’s because, in addition to being calmer, the temperature is usually more pleasant. In addition, one should not forget to take the toilet mat (for urine, feces and vomit) and filtered water”, evaluates Dr. Patricia Carignani. The Doctor. Eduardo Filetti adds that, if the path is too long, it will also be necessary to take breaks every two or three hours so that the pet can eat and go for a walk.
What not to do
As important as knowing which basic care with the pet during the trip, is to understand what not to do during this period of the trip. “It is necessary to avoid the hottest hours, because, regardless of the use of air conditioning, the temperature can rise quickly due to the animal’s agitation”, emphasizes Dr. Patricia Carignani.
For everyone’s safety, the expert recommends that tutors accommodate pets in transport boxes or buy a specific seat belt for animals. According to her, you cannot leave them loose in the car or in any other type of transport.
Importance of care
In addition to providing pleasant and socializing moments for the Petcare during the holiday period also helps to avoid last-minute trips to the veterinarian. According with the doctor. Eduardo Filetti, regardless of whether the guardian chooses to take the pet on the trip or leave it under the care of third parties, it is necessary to bear in mind that the lack of vaccination, medication failure, isolation, incorrect diet and support inappropriate, in general, can cause various psychological and organic problems to the little animal.
Source: Maxima
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