Packing List for Travel With Dogs

This post has been produced in partnership with dog behaviourist Nicky Crowe of Chilled Out Dogs, who is happy to offer online courses, advice and consultations.

Includes FREE printable packing list.

Prior to Travel

• Get your dog used to travel/the car/his crate before a long trip
• Ensure all vaccinations and documentation are up to date
• Check microchip contact details are current

Safety

• Restraint (Crate, Sleepypod Mobile Pet Bed, Seatbelt Harness Dog Guard)
• Collar
• ID tag with up-to-date contact details & car reg. number
• Lead
• Head torch & reflective doggie jacket or collar lights for night time pee runs
• Muzzle – required for check-in, on public transport & some public places

Comfort

• Seat covers & window shades for the car
• Doggy Bed
• Favourite blanket
• Toys
• Doggy coats

Food & Water

• Water bowl eg Road Refresher non-spill bowl
• Collapsible bowl for walks
• Drinking Water
• Food
• Food bowl
• Treats
• Extra-large water container  to cool down hot dogs in an emergency

Cleanliness & Hygiene

• Poo bags a-plenty + puppy pads & Odor Kill disinfectant if required
• Solid doggy shampoo
• Towel
• Grooming kit (comb, scissors & nail clippers)

Health & Documentation

• Prescription medication
• Parasite Treatment (Fleas, Ticks, Worms, Mosquito & Sandfly etc)
• O’Tom Tick Removal Tool
• Doggy First Aid Kit
• Paw Wax
• Vet’s details – at home & destination
• Pet Passport/Animal Health Certificate & other medical documentation (originals, not copies)

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