Are you traveling with your pet this holiday season? MSN put together some tips for pet guardians who plan to take their furry friends on the road, with input from Dr. Wailani Sung, Joybound’s Senior Director of Animal Admissions and Wellbeing. Check it out!
Managing the Logistics of Holiday Travel with Pets
by Mia Taylor
Between the long lines, inevitable weather delays, and general stress that accompanies the holidays, traveling anytime from November through early January can sometimes be about as fun as receiving coal in your stocking. When you add traveling with a beloved pet to the holiday mix, the stress has the potential to increase exponentially – for you and your pet.
“Everything is louder, busier, and less predictable for you and your pet,” says Lindsey Hall, owner of Lindsey Hall PR and a cat mom who has taken her adult cat to about 15 countries. “Your own stress level impacts your pet. Animals feed off our energy… If you’re rushed, anxious, and overloaded with bags, your pet will feel that.” Despite these challenges, many pet parents intend to bring their beloved companions along when hitting the road (or taking to the skies) over the coming weeks… (Read more)
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