So that the dog and the human can enjoy the holidays in a relaxed manner, there are a few things to consider when planning and packing. The list helps ensure that nothing is forgotten.
It’s Worth Thinking About Your Four-Legged Friends Right From the Planning Stage. If You Start Preparing Early, You Will Have Less Stress in the Days Before Departure:
- Discuss trips and destinations with the veterinarian
- Check country-specific regulations for specific dog breeds
- Stock up on essential medicines
- Check the validity of the general and country-specific vaccinations and make up for them if necessary
- When traveling abroad, clarify the entry requirements (embassy)
- Find out whether dogs are allowed in the planned accommodation
- If necessary, buy only food available at home
For the Luggage:
- EU pet passport (when traveling to the EU)
- Number and contact details of your own liability insurance and a veterinarian in the resort
- Transport basket, muzzle (mandatory in some countries), leash, basket, or blanket
- Fresh drinking water, water bowl
- Dog bag and shovel
- Food treats, can opener
- brush, comb, towel, toys
For the First-Aid Kit:
- Medications that the dog must constantly take
- Anti-motion sickness and tranquilizers
- anti-diarrheal remedies
- Wound spray/disinfectant
- eye and ear drops
- Wipes for cleaning eyes and paws
- tick tongs
- dressing material