Traveling with your furry friend, whether by car, train or air can become challenging. You have to keep in mind the potty stops, packing food and water, carriers and crates as well as coping with your nervous pets. Fortunately, there are lots of pet travel accessories available to make your trip less stressful! We’ve done some research and have aggregated a list of the best travel pet accessories for both cats and dogs.
Must Buy Pet Travel Accessories
Pet Carrier
If you will be traveling by plane and your pet will be traveling with you in the cabin, you must have an airline approved pet carrier. We recommend one of the pet carriers with a four spinner wheel folding Pet-Trek® trolley from A Pet with Paws.
These carriers are very fashionable and look like a chic handbag, yet they have all the important criteria of a comfortable and safe pet carrier. The Pet-Trek® enables you to wheel your pet throughout the airport effortlessly. It’s like a pet stroller for travels! All the carriers have a mesh top, back, and gussets for ventilation and viewing. Inside on the bottom is a removable and washable fleece cushion for comfort as well as an attached leash to secure the pet from jumping out of the carrier. If you will travel by car, your pet can ride in the pet carrier if you secure it with a seat belt. This also eliminates the need for a pet car booster seat.
Anxiety Reducing Pet Gear
Air travel can be very stressful for your dog. The Thundershirt, an anxiety-reducing jacket, has helped millions of dogs remain calm during stressful situations. Their patented jacket applies gentle pressure around the dog’s stomach back and midriff and creates a sense of calm for the dog.
Water
It is important to keep your pet hydrated while traveling. An excellent product to consider is the ANREONER Portable water bottle. This water bottle dispenses water through the foldable trough for easy drinking.
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Inspired by trail runners packing light and anyone looking to carry less, this minimalist fabric bowl is perfect for water breaks
Waste Bags and Pouches
Picking up dog poop is not glamorous, but it is essential, given the heightened awareness and recognition of the detrimental effects of dog waste on the environment. Fortunately, all responsible pet owners understand the importance of having waste bags on hand at all times. Disposable waste bags are obviously a necessary part of dog travel accessories. A Pet with Paws® has innovated the poop bag holder by integrating a fashion-forward, eco-friendly pet pouch into the mix. These chic pouches that easily attach to a leash, pet carrier, or belt loop are a must-have dog travel accessories for rest stops and your dog’s walks.
Protective Car Seat Covers
If you and your dog enjoy taking road trips, having a waterproof protective car seat is a life-saver. This quilted pet car seat protector has the opening for a dog seat belt, non-skid backing and is particularly unique, as it folds into its own self pouch for easy transporting and storing.
Pet Travel Bag
A treat training bag should also be included on your checklist of necessary cat and dog travel accessories. The Bentley Treat Training Bag from A Pet with Paws® is unlike other treat training bags in the market because of its fashionable and ergonomic appeal. And the fabric is made from recycled plastic bottles! For environmentally friendly pet owners, this sure is a huge plus.
In addition, it's organized to keep the various items separated and within easy access for the trainer and pet owner. There are separate storage compartments for a ball, treats, waste bags, and personal belongings including keys, smartphones, money, and credit cards. The hands-free Bentley bag also features a back clip to attach to a belt loop and an adjustable strap that allows it to be worn as a fanny pack or purse. The Bentley is available in two colors - pecan and cobalt blue.
First Aid Kit
A must-have part of your traveling pet gear is also a first aid kit. When you travel with a pet, you have to think of all the possibilities that could happen to your dog or cat. Therefore, you must remember to include a well-provisioned First Aid Kit so you can be ready to deal with any medical emergency that confronts you and your dog or cat during your travel adventure. If your pet gets injured on the road, you’ll be able to administer first aid until you can locate a nearby vet.
There are many pre-assembled pet first aid kits to choose from that include an assortment of items used to remove common ticks, insect bites, and extra water. We recommend the Labra Pet First Aid Kit. This 28 piece kit has supplies to treat cuts, sprains, and other pet emergencies. It has a wide variety of pet medical supplies including scissors, tweezers, a pet brush, a pair of rubber gloves, an assortment of bandages, and antiseptic cleaning wipes. It is compact and lightweight, which makes it the perfect addition to your dog and cat travel accessories. You will feel confident knowing you have supplies for your pet’s safety as well as the ability to treat most medical situations that might arise during your adventures while traveling with your dog.