Do you want to take your pet on a campervan trip? Well, travelling with a campermobile is possible, as we don’t want any family member to stay at home. The key for your dog to enjoy the campervan trip is that it feels comfortable throughout the journey. That’s why you should take into account several aspects:
- Take care of your dog’s diet and hydration: Your dog’s diet during the trip is something that you should take into account, since sometimes, changes in it can lead to poor health. It is advisable to always carry provisions of the food he normally eats and mix it with the food we buy during the trip to avoid sudden changes that cause his rejection or even make him feel bad. Also, don’t forget to bring a drink and fresh water so that he hydrates frequently.
- Make them feel safe: It is very important to make your dog feel in a safe and comfortable environment, otherwise the trip could produce large amounts of stress and negatively affect their health. Therefore, it is recommended that you put their bed in a sheltered place, where you see that they feel comfortable. You can also bring some of their usual toys or blankets, as they give them a sense of familiarity and help them feel at home.
- Visit suitable places: When you are going to choose the destination, you should take into account which are the best places to go with your furry friend. It is advisable to visit natural spaces, where he has space to run, play and enjoy the environment. On the contrary, you should avoid places with crowds of people and small spaces.
If you take your dog on a trip, keep in mind that you will also need a series of documentation to comply with the regulations:
- Vaccination card: It is the document that informs about the vaccines that the dog has. It must always be signed and stamped by an authorized veterinarian.
- Health certificate: The health certificate certifies the good health of the dog and must be issued by a licensed veterinarian.
- Pet passport: If you will be visiting another country on your trip, you must bring your dog’s passport, otherwise it could be denied entry into the country.
Finally, we leave you with a brief list of the accessories that can be most useful for traveling with your dog in a camper:
- Sports harness for dogs: Wearing a sports harness for your dog is always a good option, so you will avoid pulling and damage to the neck during the adventures you live with him on your travels.
- Warm and raincoat: It is advisable to bring some warm clothes and a raincoat, especially if your dog is short-haired as they tend to suffer more in cold and wet climates.
- Dog medications: Even if your dog is not sick, it never hurts to bring some basic medications for him because of the problems that may arise on the trip. It is common to bring pad cream, as these are the areas that tend to give the most problems to trips, and a stomach protector in case something feels bad for him.
- Tracking collar: With a luminous, reflective or tracking collar you can give your dog a little more freedom in controlled spaces and be calm in case he gets lost by accident; you will find it right away.
- Towels: Whether it’s raining or you’re taking your pet to a place where there’s water, towels are essential to be able to dry them if they get wet.
- Stake with ring and long leash: If you camp in an area where you need your dog to be tied up, there are special stakes that are driven into the ground by screw, like a corkscrew. At the top they have a ring to tie the leash, which should be long, to give the animal more freedom of movement.
Now that you know how to travel with your dog in a camper, you have no excuses not to include your best friend in your next trip plans. Together you will enjoy it even more!