We’re going on vacation with our fur nose
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dried animal food
This is the simplest solution for the loveliest weeks of the year. You can easily transport the brand you are used to and the quantity you need. Of course you can buy the usual dry food within Germany. This is no longer a matter of course in other neighboring European countries.
Each country has its own feed manufacturers. The products are sold in supermarkets or pet shops. For you, this means a short-term feed change. A purchase over the Internet can take a few days. To get more information on the subject, you can visit the dog portal Puppyblicke.de, where you will find a lot of useful information about keeping your dog.
wet food
Depending on the size of your dog, the amount needed for a week or two is quite substantial. If you have enough space, transportation won’t be a problem. But the disposal of the garbage? Most European countries have waste sorting. Some cans can only be handed in at recycling depots. Where is the closest to your vacation spot?
The alternative is you take the empty cans home with you. The easiest way is to get your furry friend used to dry food while planning your holiday.
barf
This healthy and species-appropriate diet is the most problematic on vacation. Take-out may be available for just a week. The cold chain must not be interrupted. Transport in refrigerated containers and at the holiday destination a chest freezer or a refrigerator with a freezer compartment is required.
Within Germany you will definitely find a butcher you trust. It’s more difficult in the neighboring countries. Especially if you don’t speak the local language. In addition, many people in these countries have little understanding of your feeding problem.
The well-known dry food would be discussed here as a short-term holiday alternative.
Drive
Your dog loves driving. This is a basic requirement. How long is he used to sitting in the car? Depending on your holiday destination, you will be on the road for a few hours.
Adjust the breaks during the journey to your four-legged friend. In the car you should
- water
- water bowl
- poop bag
- rope
- muzzle
have at hand.
Park at rest stops near green spaces. The “small business” is usually done. Sensitive dogs sometimes shy away from “big business”. You are far too excited in the unfamiliar environment.
The removal of the legacy is not only important in Germany, but also in holiday countries. Sometimes there are drastic penalties if you do not comply with this activity.
In Germany we are spoiled by the many poop bag dispensers. Some of them do not exist abroad or they are empty. So you have to buy the bags on the way or at the holiday destination. The search for the dog bags can spoil a vacation day. In addition, they are relatively expensive. So stock up on those little plastic bags at home.
Another tip: do not give your darling anything to eat while driving. The excitement can lead to diarrhea or make him feel sick.
holiday destination
Your darling doesn’t know. Don’t let him run loose unattended. The inhabitants of holiday countries are often more friendly towards dogs than the media or the internet say. Unfortunately, the tolerance stops very quickly when your dog chases cats or suddenly stands on a strange terrace.
For example, pets rarely belong in the house in Italy. But that doesn’t mean they don’t love their animals. Of course it’s different in the cities. There the dogs cannot live in a garden. But in general, dogs are not family members. The locals do not take their four-legged friends with them for a stroll through town or to a restaurant.
air travel
Many airlines allow you to take your dog with you on the trip. Small dogs (so-called “handbag dogs”) can go in the passenger compartment. All others must remain in a dog box in the well-tempered hold.
Checking in and out with a dog takes some time. The flight box must meet certain standards. With all the practice and care, this procedure is pure stress for every furry friend. Does a holiday trip to Mallorca or Greece have to be with a dog?
Conclusion
The holiday together with the dog is a wonderful thing. Our fur noses are family members. Plan your holiday individually for and with your dog. Leave nothing to chance and you both will have an unforgettable time.