an be lethal. Even with the windows cracked, most summer days will be too warm to leave your pet in the car.
4. Things to take with you:
Water and food dishes
Food – or research stores along the way that sell the food your pet is used to. A sudden diet change may bring on unwanted diarrhea or vomiting.
Water – keep a supply in the car so your pet can have a drink at any time
Extra leash in case you misplace one
5. Remember to stop every few hours to allow your pet to eliminate and stretch its legs. Pets get stiff in the car just like we do.
6. If you are interested in having your pet transported for you, here is a link that may help:
7. This site will help you find pet-friendly lodging:
Traveling with pets can be fun, just remember to be prepared so that you pet receives proper care during your journey.
Have a wonderful and safe summer!
Have a wonderful and safe summer with your pets.
In my recent pet on feeding your cat I talked about the important essentials of feeding a diet that is 85% meat and 70% moisture. You can provide added benefit to your cat by adding in fresh food, either lightly cooked or raw.
Fresh food comes with enzymes, co factors and digestive aids that are often destroyed during the processing of commercial foods. Eating food in its natural state also provides natural protective and healing mechanisms found in nature. Vitamins and minerals ingested in their natural state can provide more benefits than those in the chemical form.
You can start by finding out which fresh foods your cat will actually eat. Cats are carnivores and it is rare that they will relish dining on fresh fruits and vegetables, but you can offer them and see how your cat responds. Try different types of meat proteins to see which you cat favors. Animals often know what is best for their constitution, so don’t worry about forcing any particular ingredient – feed your cat what it likes!
Always make diet changes slowly, so start by adding in about 10% fresh meat, either raw or lightly cooked to be sure there is no digestive upset. If all is good after a few days, increase to 25%, then 50%, up to what ever proportion you will be feeding on a regular basis. If you go beyond 50% fresh food in the diet, some supplementation will be needed to be sure the diet is not missing any nutrients.
It is not necessary to feed the same thing every day – you can vary the ingredients, the amount, and the number of days per week that you feed fresh food to your cat. Good nutrition is a balance over time, and any amount of fresh food in the diet will help your cat. Even a small amount of fresh meat 2-3 times per week will offer tremendous benefits to your cat.
Will a bit of experimenting with this, your cat will soon be enjoying the benefits of a healthy diet.