How to transport dogs?

It happens that our pets need a change of location, whether it's a trip to the veterinarian or out of town on the nature. It happens that dogs follow their owners if they decide to change their place of residence to another city or country. In such situations, you need to be informatively savvy.

Any transport, even the shortest, is stress for the dog. Therefore, it is necessary to prepare it for the trip in advance, so that it easier to cross the road. If the animal is traveling for the first time, introduce it to the carrier. Just leave it open in the area where your pet is usually located. He sniffs his temporary shelter, and at the time of transportation it will not seem alien to him.

Even if the trip lasts a short time, you need to walk the dog in front of her. Spend a little more time on this than always. It is advisable not to give the animal food and water in front of the road. It is generally recommended to refrain from food 4 hours before traveling. But, if for some reason it is difficult to maintain such an interval, then it can be reduced to an hour.

For especially violent and susceptible breeds, sedatives prescribed by a veterinarian are recommended before a long journey. But this does not apply to the aircraft. Before the flight, it is forbidden to give dogs such funds, since during the flight there is a change in pressure. Medications can cause a sharp drop, which can be fatal.

There are many ways to transport a dog to its destination. If you use your own car for this, then there are no restrictions for you. You are free to transport your pet in anything and any way, if only he was comfortable.

The basic requirements for a cage for transporting animals are as follows:

• material: durable plastic or metal, hypoallergenic;
• the cage should be large enough so that the pet can turn in it 360 °;
• a sufficient number of vents;
• the lock on the door, preferably not padlocked, it is easy to knock it;
• for especially large dogs, there are cages with wheels on the bottom, easily moving like a cart;

A soft blanket is placed at the bottom of such a cage and a bowl of water is placed if a long road lies ahead. Also, a hammock is used for a car - this is a cape that is attached between the seats or to the handles. It is made of durable, water-repellent material, and has reliable mounts.

For transportation of small dogs there are special boxes or plastic containers. With this device it is very convenient to travel by car, and on the plane, and on the train, and on the bus. It should be made of durable material and have a well-fixed handle. Adequate ventilation is mandatory. Boxing should be tightly closed and have enough space for the dog inside, so that she can turn around and stand up to her full height.

The main criteria for the transportation of furry friends is their convenience and safety. When transporting the animal on its own vehicles, these conditions must be supported by the owner. However, not every dog ​​breeder can boast of having their own car. In these cases, you can use simpler means. For example, a bicycle.

There are several devices for cycling dogs: a basket, a bag for dogs, a trailer, and even a saddle. It is not recommended to use a regular bicycle basket, as it is rigid, and the pet can jump out of it. For dog riders, there are also several options for how to ride your pet with the wind. Large dogs are seated in a stroller or trailer.

With a four-legged friend it is possible to ride even on a snowmobile. There are few options, but they still exist. This is again the trailer that is mounted behind the snowmobile. Another option: a box, wooden or plastic, is installed on the seat behind the driver’s back, and the dog is seated there. Some carry shaggy ones by simply placing them between their legs on the seat. Heat and under control.

According to the current law, animals can be transported around the city and intercity by public transport. But it is necessary to comply with certain conditions established by law.

Each public mode of transport has its own separate rules for transporting animals. However, there are undeniable dogmas that operate everywhere without exception.

• The owner of the dog must comply with the hygiene regime.The driver has the right to refuse to transport an animal whose coat and legs are heavily contaminated.
• The dog should be in a muzzle (for large breeds) and with a collar.

A passenger with a dog in public transport, for example, on a bus, train or subway, can hold his pet in his arms or in a container. Buying a separate ticket for the dog is not required. A baggage ticket is needed for large dogs. When transporting on a bus, the owner must sit down with his pet at the end of the cabin.

If we talk about minibuses, then transporting a large dog in them will be inconvenient for both the dog and passengers. The driver may refuse to transport the animal if the dog freely walks around the cabin and causes discomfort to others, constitutes a threat to the life and health of other passengers. As for a guide dog or service dog, they do not require a ticket and documents. The animal must sit near the feet of the owner in a muzzle and collar.

If you want to travel with your pet in the intercity bus, you have every right to do so, subject to the rules of transportation and the availability of relevant documents.

To ride with your pet on the train, you should also know some nuances. If you are the owner of a small decorative little dog that fits in a 180x180x180cm container, you will have to purchase a ticket only for traveling on long-distance trains. You may also be asked to redeem all coupes.

For large tetrapods, there are several options:

• buy a separate ticket;
• use special cars for transporting dogs;
• redeem all coupes;

The cost of a train ticket for your furry friend will be from 150 to 750 rubles. If you move around the territory of the Russian Federation, then the age of your pet does not matter. However, for traveling abroad a certain limit may be imposed. For example, in some countries it is not allowed to take puppies up to 3 months.

If you are traveling with your pet across the territory of Russia, then you will not need any special documents. Their list includes 2 main papers. This is a veterinary passport with a mark on vaccinations, and a health certificate obtained from the veterinarian. Both documents must be stamped.

Before leaving with a pet in another country, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the list of necessary "dog" documents for entry into it. The standard package includes the following documents.

• Veterinary passport of international standard.
• Veterinary certificate number 1.
• For EU countries - an appropriate certificate. It is received through the state veterinary clinic and the Rosselkhoznadzor. It is valid for 5 days.

To transfer a pet from one country to another, You will have to comply with international animal transportation regulations.

• Without the aforementioned package of documents, your pet will not be allowed into another country.
• Another prerequisite is chipping the dog. Using the embedded chip, if it is lost, it is easy to obtain information about the owner.
• Special rules apply when transporting your pet abroad by plane. In this case, the dogs travel in the cabin or in the luggage compartment.Small dogs fly in the cabin, weighing up to 8 kg. They are located in a special container.
• Larger dogs are carried in the baggage department. They are placed in cages or containers with a volume of 1.55x1.55x1.55m, in compliance with all requirements for them. Containers are registered in a special window. They stick a barcode on them.
• If you are planning a flight with a dog, you must notify the airline about this one and a half days before departure. Just before the flight, the dog undergoes a veterinary examination at the airport.

When transporting your pet by any means of transport, always follow a simple but important rule: your dog should be comfortable, even if the distance is small.

Take all measures in order to create a favorable microclimate for the dog so that it does not get cold, but at the same time does not suffer from stuffiness. Try not to feed the animal on the road. If there is such a need, do it at the time of stops. Allowed on the way to give the dog a little water. Take with you on a long journey a first-aid kit collected on the recommendation of a doctor.

See how to transport a dog on a train in the next video.