Furrtrekker Travel Checklist
Road tripping with your furry friend? We get it—you want to keep them cozy on your travels. So we crafted up this friendly checklist to help y'all prep.
Packing List
Carrier & Other Travel Accessories
- Airline-Approved Carrier
- ID tags
- "Live Animal" sticker
- Collar, harness, and leash stored inside
- Bedding & pee pads
Cleaning Supplies
- Poop bags, wipes, & towels
- Small first aid kit
Documents
- Health certificate from vet
- Up-to-date rabies vaccination records
- Breed verification form (if required by airline)
- Customer acknowledgement form (if required by airline)
- Airline pet policy
- Payment receipt as proof of pet ticket
- Vaccine records
- Emergency vet contact info
For Your Dog
- Prescription medications, if needed
- At least 2-3 meals' worth of dog food
- Collapsible food & water bowls
- Water bottle
- Bandana or blanket with your scent to comfort your dog
- Toys & their favorite treats
For You
- Print out of airline pet policy
- Payment confirmation that shows your dog is booked
- Photo of your dog
- List of contact info for your vet and local emergency vet
How to Organize and Pack
- The key is organization! Split items between your carry-on and checked baggage.
- Place all documents, your dog's or cat's food, bowls, treats, and the carrier in your carry-on bag so they are easily accessible.
- Pack extras like toys, bedding, and your scent bandana neatly in your checked baggage.
- Store medications, health records, and the airline policy printout separately in a folder or bag where they won't get lost.
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Notes
*You can use this travel checklist to outline your pup’s basic needs. Then personalize to match your trip. 🙌