Pet Care
Top 10 Pet Travel Tips for Memorial Day
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May 19, 2009 - 10:07:42 AM

(HealthNewsDigest.com) - SAN ANTONIO, -- Every Memorial Day thousands of families hit the road for a getaway. For those traveling with pets, additional preparation can make the difference between a stress-free holiday and a trip filled with anxiety for you and your pet.

PurinaCare(R) Pet Health Insurance (www.purinacare.com) is dedicated to providing pet owners the tools they need to care for their pets. This Memorial Day, PurinaCare is offering Top 10 Pet Travel Tips to help prepare families and their pets for the summer travel season.

PurinaCare(R) Top 10 Pet Travel Tips for Memorial Day

-- Take updated vaccinations / medical records with you on the trip.
-- Carry a copy of your veterinarian's business card or phone number.
-- Pack any medications (including heartworm prevention).
-- Make sure your pet's collar has updated I.D. information.
-- Have a leash and harness easily accessible.
-- Pack containers of water for rest stops; plan to stop at least every
two hours.
-- Have an adequate supply of pet food in a watertight container.
-- Never leave your pet in the car. Plan stops at pet friendly locations.
-- Look for pet friendly hotels and call ahead to make reservations.

-- For cats carry a litter box and supply of litter.

Information provided by:

William H. Craig, DVM, Chief Medical and Underwriting Director of PurinaCare(R) Pet Health Insurance. Dr. Craig brings 30 years in private veterinary practice to PurinaCare.

Web Site: http://www.purinacare.com/

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