Dogs & Road Travel
 

Upon stopping off at motorway services, I spotted the following Kennel Club guidelines for road travel with your dog,:car: so I thought they could be of some use to some of you. :cheerful:

:dog: Gradually accustom your dog to car travel by taking him/her on short journeys at first.
:dog: Always ensure that your dog has plenty of ventilation and shade in the car and that fresh water is available.
:dog: Never leave your dog unattended in a car for long periods, especially in hot weather.
:dog: Ensure your dog is kept on a lead in all public places.
:dog: Attach an I.D. tag to your dog's collar and ensure your dog is wearing it at all times, it should contain your name and address. This is a legal requirement. It is highly recommended that you have your dog microchipped and registered on the Petlog Reunification as this can provide great benefit in locating a lost pet.
:dog: Train your dog not to bark or move around excessively whilst the vehicle is in motion as it can be very distracting to the driver.
:dog: Ensure you dog is transported safely - utilise a special dog guard, cage or harness.
:dog: Ensure your dog is in the best possible health before travelling. Pet insurance can provide your dog with the best possible treatment if an accident or illness occurs.
:dog: Train your dog to be sociable and obedient. The Kennel Club run a Good Citizen Dog Scheme, which is a fun and enjoyable way of training your dog and provides essential advice on responsible dog ownership.

More information on these guidelines and other advice can be found here:
The Kennel Club :thumbsup: