![](https://assets.isu.pub/document-structure/200728182629-99d57db62fdd7ecc4e1dc6a064fff1a1/v1/922fa4bf70a43b46d484072530f8a9ed.jpg?width=720&quality=85%2C50)
1 minute read
Dog Days Out
from Potton Aug 2020
by Villager Mag
By Ann Haldon
Travelling with your dog is a great bonding experience, but it takes a little forethought and planning to be stress-free. Here are three tips to make the trip a happy one.
Advertisement
2. Research where you’re going
It’s a truth universally acknowledged…if your dog isn’t happy, you won’t be either! Find a location where you are both welcome and remember that many coastal resorts don’t allow dogs on their beaches in high season.
Travelling in the car
It’s a good idea to pack all your dog’s needs into a separate bag or rucksack so you have easy access to water, poop bags and car sickness tablets where necessary. Don’t forget to take travel bowls and treats too, and a restraint if they travel inside the car rather than in the boot.
3. At your destination
It’s a legal requirement for dogs to be micro chipped now, but it’s still advisable to keep your dog on a lead when you’re out and about in unfamiliar places, whether that’s a short lead or an extender that gives them a little more freedom.
Taking your dog for days out this summer should be an enjoyable experience for all if you plan ahead and do your research. It’s a great opportunity to create some happy memories and make the most of the joy your dog brings to the family.
![](https://assets.isu.pub/document-structure/200728182629-99d57db62fdd7ecc4e1dc6a064fff1a1/v1/94e768754f1820dc2bddd089d439530b.jpg?width=720&quality=85%2C50)