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Your Auto Repair Service in Austin Offers Tips on Traveling With Fido

posted on 10/18/2017 11:01:56 AM
Any dog owner knows that their furry companion who barks at strangers, rolls on dead things and has nasty bouts of gas on occasion is much more than just a pet, he is a part of the family. It is all too easy to care for your fur baby at home where he has a big bowl of water, a soft and warm doggie bed and a dog door that leads to the backyard he can choose to use should the need arise. But it’s an entirely different story when you are planning a visit that requires taking Fido on a road trip. 
 
As you are well aware, when taking a road trip the first thing you need to do is have your vehicle checked out at Groovy Automotive, your auto repair service in Austin, so you and Fido don't find yourselves stranded on a lonely country road. 
 
The second thing you need to do is educate yourself about traveling with a dog.
 

Know the Laws

 
Wherever you are traveling, you will want to know what the laws are for traveling with a dog in your vehicle. These laws vary depending on where you are at, so it is important to check the laws in the city or state where you will be.
 

Always Have Food and Water on Hand

 
When you are on a long road trip, you never know what might happen. For example, you could wind up on the side of the road with a flat tire or have some other trouble that forces you off the road. It is in these situations when you will want to ensure Fido has enough food and water to comfortably wait it out until you can get back on track and on the road again.   
 

Take a Break

 
Fido can’t tell you when he is getting carsick or would like to stop and stretch his legs. Because of this, it makes perfect sense to stop and take a break from driving every few hours. 
 
Provide Fido some courtesy by stopping every couple of hours to let him run around and burn up that pent-up energy.  
 

Keep Fido in the Back

 
It is all too difficult to safely operate your vehicle when Fido is up front bounding around and causing a scene. So for safety reasons, you should keep Fido in the back of your vehicle. There are pet barriers you can utilize or you can keep him in a comfy carrier. 
 

Pack the Necessities

 
You are traveling with a dog, so you need to pack all of the necessary items you might need in various situations. For example, you should be packing stain and odor remover, plenty of poop bags, some dog treats, dog bedding, dog toys and whatever else you can think of that just might come in handy. 
 
If you are planning a road trip with your dog, these tips are sure to help. If you need to have your vehicle checked before you set off on your adventure, give Groovy Automotive a call and schedule an appointment. 
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