It’s usually not as easy as you think it would be. Bringing your best
non-human friend on the road with you seems simple enough, right? Not
always so. Here are a few tips on how to make travel with your pet
easier.
Healthy Start: The last thing you need on the road is a sick
pet. Make sure your pet is all set on vaccinations and has the proper
certificates if you intend to cross any international/province/state
borders.
Frequent Pit Stops: You pet can
get stir crazy just like you! Stop at any designated waiting area or
service stop and take it on a little walk. This may increase your travel
time, but it is well worth it! Breaks like these also serve as a
perfect time to hydrate.
Proper Restraint: Whether your pet
is calm and obedient in the car it is always important to make sure
they are safe. No need to roll the windows down for fresh air, you don’t
want any debris hitting them in the face. A favorite blanket or pet bed
is perfect for a long road trip. Creating a normalcy and routine for
car rides helps your pet stay calm. There are lots of other ways to
make you and your pet calm during a car ride lasting anywhere between 5
minutes and 8 hours.
There’s nothing worse than getting a cold this time of year. The
combination of chest congestion and hot weather seems to confuse your
body far more than a winter bug would. But there’s light at the end of
the tunnel–light from a sunny beach and poolside fun! The answer to
health and happiness could be hiding in your car.
-SUCK IT UP! Itchy, watery eyes? Trouble
breathing? Cough? Could be dust mites. You know the importance of
preventing them in your home–remember to do the same for your car’s
interior by vacuuming regularly.
-CLEAN THE VENTS! Pollen builds in your car throughout the year–especially in
the spring when everything is blooming. Combat sneeze attacks by
cleaning the vents in your ride every time you clean your car.
-STIFLE GERMS AT THE SOURCE! 700 different kinds of
bacteria can be found inside cars. Only 60 types are found in the
average public toilet. Add it all up and what do you get?
Antibacterial wipes. In the car. At all times.
Auto shows are great events for everyone from the die-hard enthusiast
to the merely curious. However, no matter where you are on the car
lover scale, it’s important to keep in mind a few tips when you go.
- Since almost no sales happen during an auto show, make sure to pick
up business cards along the way! If you see something you’re interested
in buying later on down the road, having those cards will really put you
ahead of the game.
- Check out the show’s official website before you go. It will give
you all kinds of information, from the calendar of events to the floor
plan to where your interests are going to be located.
- Be sure to really inspect the cars you truly like! Check out the
interior, various features, the engine, and even the trunk! Remember,
this could be the car for you, so really get to know it.
