summer pet travel

If the "world's largest Beagle" hotel isn't your style, why not travel to another destination known for being pet friendly.  The top 5 pet-friendly travel US cities were announced this week* and are as follows:

We came across this great slideshow of Continental's PetSafe program today.  It shows photos taken "behind-the-scenes" by USA Today photographer Dave Einsel at Continental's cargo office in Houston.  Click here or on the photo below to check it out!

With the overall increase in heat, summer can be a tricky time to relocate your furry friend.  One way to ensure your dog's trip goes as comfortably as possible is to make sure that your pet is groomed properly.

Most veterinarians and professional groomers recommend against shaving your pet for the summer months, because a dog's coat helps to protect his skin from the sun and provides insulation from the heat.  Since dogs don't sweat to cool themselves the way people do, they don't need exposed skin to stay cool.

Every now and then I get to pet sit for a friend of mine's bulldog, Billie Jean. As with all bulldog's Billie doesn’t handle the heat very well, and in the summer here in Austin and can get really hot. Even on the cooler days of summer Billie can over heat very easily, since she's one of the snub-nosed breeds that makes her susceptible to overheating during pet travel and being outside.

Austin, TX - (January 16, 2008) - Nearly two-thirds of all American households have at least one pet and according to a recent report from the Travel Industry Association of America, approximately 29 million Americans traveled long distances with their pets over a three year period. As a result, PetRelocation.com president Kevin O'Brien is offering tips for those who plan on transporting their pets while traveling.