Pet Gazette

At one time a vacation meant that your dog would be left to the goodwill of relatives or neighbours to feed and walk, or a stay at a nearby kenneling facility, but this doesn’t have to be the case nowadays if you are holidaying within the UK.

Although major hotels will probably not allow you to take your dog with you, there are a number of smaller family run establishments that do cater for dog owners who want to take their four legged friend with them.  You’ll probably find that these are more common in rural areas where dogs will have as good a time as their owners discovering the delights of the UK’s forests and parks.  Many bed and breakfast places in these areas will also allow you to bring your dog, but there are some that restrict the number of animals they allow so make sure that you mention your pooch when making the booking.

Despite the popularity of taking dogs everywhere, the number of places allowing pets is still significantly low and so if you are intending that your dog accompanies you on your vacation, then you need to do your research quickly and ensure that you make a reservation in an appropriate pet friendly hotel or bed and breakfast.  When you receive the confirmation of the booking, ensure that your dog is included on it so that if there’s a problem later, you have documented proof of your dog’s reservation alongside your own.  This is particularly important when it comes to larger dogs as they are more conspicuous than small ones which can be “smuggled” in when the reception clerk turns the other cheek if necessary!

Other things to look out for when making a reservation for your dog to stay with you on holiday are any requirements to provide the accommodation owner with proof of vaccinations, proof of any kind of dog insurance, and whether or not they will provide food for your dog or if you should take your own.  If your dog is a little fussy on what it eats then it’s a good idea for you to take his regular brand of food in any case.   You should also take water dish with you, a portable one that folds up would work double as it would also be able to be packed in your day pack if you’re planning a lot of walking on vacation as you’ll be able to fold this up and take it with you each day and use it to share your water with your dog rather than relying on your dog finding water along the way.  Another essential item is a holiday ID tag that has your name, and the address of where you’re staying as well as contact phone numbers. 

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If your summer plans involve getting closer to nature, consider taking pooch with you – not only will you escape the worry and expense of leaving him at home, but he’ll have a great time too.    Remember however, you’ll need to book early if you want to avoid all the doggy hotel beds already being filled!

Moving House With Your Cat.

Moving house is always traumatic and can be made worse if you are worried about your cat. Cats are very territorial and don’t take kindly to change. However there are some things you can do to minimise the stress to both yourself and your pet.

Before the move:

If your cat is used to going to a cattery this will probably be the easiest option until after the move is complete. If you can do this, skip straight doen this article to After the move.

If you are taking your cat with you try and empty a room the night before the move, put in a litter tray, your pets toys, bed, scratching post, and feed in this room as well.

Keep this room closed so there is no chance of your cat escaping.

Choose a room in the new house to use as a safe room for your cat when you arrive.

It’s worth checking that things like your pet insurance is up to date, if something is going to happen, it is more likely to happen during a time of change such as this.

Moving day:

Feed you cat as early as possible but keep your safe room closed perhaps put a notice on the door to prevent it being accidentally opened by the removal men.

When it’s time to leave put your cat in a secure carrying case or basket, do not try to use a cardboard box or allow to travel loose in your car. Use bedding that is familiar to you cat; it will help it to settle. Keep your cat in the travelling container until safely in the chosen room at the new house.

At the new house:

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As soon as you have put what you need in the chosen safe room, (Try and arrange these things to be the last things on the van so they can be the first things off.) put in your cat, still in the basket, and all his things including litter tray and water and make sure the room is completely secure, then let out your cat and keep it shut in this room until the removal men have gone and you can secure the house.

After the move:

When you let your cat out of the safe room close off most of the other rooms so that you let it explore only one or two rooms at a time. Try and keep your safe room as one where you feed your cat and where it sleeps so that you can use it any time you are not able to keep the rest of the house secure. Keep your cat indoors for at least three weeks! When the time comes to let your cat out for the first time make sure any identification details on a collar are updated with your new address and phone no. If your pet has not been micro-chipped this would be a good time to have it done.

On the day you let your cat out doors leave it till just before it is due to be fed so that it is hungry open the door and allow it to go out in it’s own time leaving the door open so it can come back in when it wants. Go out with it so you can reassure it and try and keep the first trips out short, calling it back for food when you want it to come in.

Gradually increase the time you allow your pet out until you have reached it’s old routine.

One of the hardest things about being a pet owner is knowing when it’s time to say a last goodbye.  If you’re lucky, nature will take its course and you’ll wake up one morning to find that after many happy, healthy years, your four legged friend has passed away in his sleep.  For many dog owners however, this isn’t the way that things will go, and if you have a dog that’s starting to get on in years then it’s something that you need to be thinking about now.

The thing is that most dog owners who have enjoyed their canine friend’s company for a great many years are faced with their dog being affected by health issues that are not only incurable, but they are also having a negative impact on their dog’s quality of life. There is even the odd sad occasion when someone doesn’t have pet insurance, and they can no longer afford the medication. If your dog has a health problem that is kept under control with appropriate medication and/or treatment and is otherwise having a great health, then this isn’t going to be a decision you need to consider at this time.  If, on the other hand, your dog develops a health problem that will become increasingly worse, and your dog is feeling pain or discomfort, then at some time soon your veterinary is going to recommend that you make a decision as to whether or not to put your dog to sleep.

At this point you have to consider the quality of life that your dog has left rather than how much of a gap there’s going to be in your life.  It could be that despite the fact your dog is not able to get around very much, he still seems to enjoy himself and if so then you could postpone what the veterinary thinks is inevitable until such time as you believe your dog’s life is little more than an endless round of medication and treatments to keep him on his feet.   Prolonging the pain isn’t going to make the decision any easier, but if delaying it by a couple of days means that you are able to feel as if you’ve had a chance to say “Goodbye” properly, then don’t let your veterinary rush you into making a decision that you’ll later regret – not because it was the wrong decision, but rather that it was done so fast that you don’t feel you had a chance to come to terms with it before it was too late.  Considering what you think of as being a good quality of life when your dog is fit and healthy, alongside what you think to be a bad quality of life, means that if the day comes that he takes sick with a permanent de-habilitating health condition, you are able to assess if you are doing what’s best for your dog, rather than what’s best for your heart.

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Another thing you should consider before the time comes is what you want to do with your dog’s remains.  At one time it was common to bury a four legged friend in a blanket in the garden, but for many people, that’s not a viable option.  One thing you can consider is cremating your dog.  Ask at your veterinary practice for information on this – they should have a leaflet or phone number of a local organization who offer this kind of service.  By preparing yourself in this way you’ll be sure that when the day finally comes that you must say a final goodbye to your dog, you’ll know exactly what to do, instead of having to make difficult decisions when your mind is full of tears.