Keeping your dog comfortable while on vacation, both during travel and at your destination, is important and is easier to achieve than you may think.
In fact, when you take your dog on vacation, he or she should be comfortable for the duration of the trip.
This means that you should check the climate of your destination before booking anything.
The climate is important because some dogs just cannot cope with overly hot or overly cold climates.
This is a key part of comfort when you take your dog on vacation.
However, there are other things you can do as well.
Before embarking on your journey, take your dog to the vet for a checkup to ensure that he or she is healthy enough to travel.
When packing, include your dog's food, food and water dishes, blankets, bedding, leash, collar and tags, grooming supplies, toys and any necessary medications.
Providing familiarity can assure the physical and mental comfort of your dog.
The familiar makes a major difference.
Don't forget to take a first-aid kit (for dogs) and always have a container of drinking water with you.
Make sure your dog is acclimated to his or her carrier or restraining harness in the months preceding your trip.
Let him or her explore the carrier and be confined to it for short periods of time.
Take short drives around the neighborhood with your dog in the carrier to get him or her used to it before the planned vacation.
Like humans, some dogs may experience motion sickness.
Take along ice cubes, which are easier on your dog than large amounts of water.
Keep feeding to a minimum during travel to prevent stomach upset, and allow small amounts of water periodically in the hours before the trip.
Paying careful attention to the small aspects can make the experience a good one when taking your dog on vacation.