Three Good Reasons to Restrain Your Dog in the Car

By: Deb German


You’ll feel safer and more confident on the road knowing that your best friend is buckled in.
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The holiday travel season is upon us: millions of Americans will soon head to destinations near and far for family celebrations, and for many the family includes the dog. Do you routinely . . .

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Dogs in a Hot Car – Be Careful!

By: Tracie Hotchner


If you can’t leave the windows down, don’t leave your dog in the car.

It should be common knowledge by now that you should never leave your dog in the car on a hot day, especially given all the widespread publicity about the tragic consequences that occur when people have made this mistake. Don’t even leave your dog in the car on a warm day. Heat can build…

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Tips for Camping with Your Dog in National Parks

By: Tracie Hotchner


Camping with your dog in a National Park can be fun and easy, with a little preparation.

Planning your first family camping adventure at one of the United States’ national parks? Maybe you’re a seasoned pro but this will be your first time bringing along a pet. In any event, to ensure a fun, safe visit for the whole family, follow these tips for taking your dog camping in national parks.

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Traveling with Dogs: Supplies You Will Need on the Road

By: Tracie Hotchner


Get along little dogies – these items make traveling with dogs easy.

It used to be, at least in recent modern history, that people went on vacation without their dogs. These days, dog owners have a different perspective on their pet pooches: they consider them full fledged family members and are reluctant to leave them behind when they go away.

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On the Go with your Canine Companion: Dealing with the Nervous, Panting Traveler

By: Tracie Hotchner


Practice with your pup before traveling.

Raising a “well-adjusted” dog who is able to handle new situations with aplomb is not something that happens overnight. It’s much easier to acclimate your dog to new experiences, such a traveling by car, when she is a puppy than when she is older and more set in her ways.

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Holiday Travel with Your Dog


A lightweight dog crate is ideal for travel. Set one up in the car to keep your dog safe while on the road,
then take it out and use it at your destination.
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To grandmother’s house you go for the holidays: why not bring the beloved family dog, too? It’s only natural you’d want to include her in the holiday fun, after all. And if she goes, she’s in . . .

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The Best Dog-Friendly National Parks, Part 1


Orvis associate Cindy Dunican and her Black Lab, Addy, enjoy adventure travel.
Photo by Cindy Dunican

On August 25, the National Park Service will celebrate its 100th anniversary, so over the next few weeks, we will be highlighting the best parks for you to explore with your dog. Pets are. . .

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