Free for subscribers. A 15-page printable guide to choosing, fitting and using dog travel and safety gear, checked against guidance from the AKC, AVMA, AAA, the Center for Pet Safety, the National Park Service and the CDC. No brand picks, no ads: just what to check before you buy and before you go.
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What’s inside
- Before any trip: a 10-minute ID, records and gear-fit check, including how to confirm your dog’s microchip details
- Riding in the car: harness vs. crate vs. booster seat, what “crash-tested” should mean, and how to set it up
- Ramps and stairs: which one fits your dog, what to check, and how to teach a reluctant dog
- Hot days and hot cars: cooling mat types, heat-smart habits and heatstroke warning signs
- Cold nights: self-warming vs. electric beds and a safety checklist
- Around water: sizing a life jacket and spotting toxic algae
- If your dog gets lost: GPS tracker vs. Bluetooth tag, and what to do in the first hour
- Food and water on the road, parks, planes and state lines
- Printables: trip packing list, gear fit log and a road emergency card for the glove box
General information for dog owners, not veterinary or legal advice. We don’t test or sell products, and the guide names no brands. Always check airline, park and state rules before you travel.