How to transport dogs?

It happens that our pets need to change their place of deployment, whether it be a trip to the vet or out of town for 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 informative savvy.

Any transportation, even the most short-term, is a stress for a dog. Therefore, it is necessary to first prepare it for the journey, so that it can easily carry 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, the dog must be walked in front of her. Spend a little more time on this than ever. It is advisable not to give the animal food and water before the road. It is usually recommended to abstain from food 4 hours before traveling. But, if for any reason it is difficult to sustain such an interval, then it can be reduced to an hour.

For especially violent and impressionable rocks before a long journey, sedatives are recommended for the purpose of the veterinarian. But this does not apply to the aircraft. Before the flight, it is forbidden to give such means to dogs, because during the flight there is a change of pressure. Medicines can cause a sharp drop in it, which is fraught with death.

You can transport a dog to its destination in different ways. 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 the transport of animals are as follows:

• material: durable plastic or metal, hypoallergenic;
• the cage must be of sufficient size so that the pet can turn 360 degrees in it;
• sufficient number of vents;
• lock on the door, preferably not hinged, it is easy to knock;
• for very large dogs, there are cages with wheels on the bottom, easily moving according to the type of cart;

At the bottom of such a cell lay a soft blanket and put a bowl of water if there is a long way to go. Also used for the car avtogamak - a cape that is attached between the seats or to the handles. It is made of durable, water-repellent material, and has a secure fit.

For transportation of small dogs, there are special boxes or plastic containers. With such a device it is very convenient to travel by car, by plane, by train, or by bus. It must be made of durable material and have a well-fixed handle. Be sure to have adequate ventilation.The box must close tightly and have enough space for the dog inside so that it can turn around and stand upright.

The main criteria for the transportation of furry friends is their convenience and safety. When transporting an animal on its own vehicles, these conditions must be maintained by the owner. However, not every dog ​​breeder can boast of having his own car. In these cases, you can use more simple tools. 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 tough and the pet can jump out of it. For motorcyclists, dog breeders also have several options for how to ride your pet with the wind. Large dogs are seated in a stroller or trailer.

With a four-friend, it is possible to ride even on a snowmobile. There are few options, but they are still there. This is again a trailer that is attached behind the snowmobile. Another option: a box, wooden or plastic, is placed on the back of the driver and the dog is seated there. Some carry shaggy people by simply placing them between their legs on the seat. Warm and controlled.

Under the current law, animals can be transported around the city and intercity in public transport. But you must comply with certain conditions established by law.

For each public mode of transport there are separate rules for transporting animals. However, there are undeniable dogmas that are valid everywhere without exception.

• The owner of the dog is obliged to observe the sanitary and hygienic regime. The driver has the right to refuse to transport an animal whose coat and paws are heavily contaminated.
• The dog must be muzzled (for large breeds) and with a collar.

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

If we talk about minibuses, then it will be inconvenient to transport a large dog in them to both the dog and the passengers. The driver may refuse to transport the animal if the dog freely walks through 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 is obliged to sit at 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 transportation rules and the availability of relevant documents.

To ride with your favorite on the train, you should also know some of the nuances.If you are the owner of a small decorative doggie 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 the entire coupe.

For large quadrupeds, there are several options:

• buy a separate ticket;
• use special cars for transporting dogs;
• buy 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, a certain limit may be imposed for traveling abroad. For example, in some countries it is not allowed to take out puppies for up to 3 months.

If you move with your pet through 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 vaccination mark, and a health certificate from a veterinarian. Both documents must be stamped.

Before traveling with a pet to 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 - the corresponding certificate. It is obtained 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 rules for the transport of animals.

• Without the above package of documents your pet will not be allowed into another country.
• Another prerequisite - chipping dogs. On the embedded chip, if it is lost, it is easy to get information about the owner.
• Special rules apply to the overseas transport of your pet by plane. In this case, the dogs travel in the cabin or in the luggage compartment. In the cabin fly small dogs weighing up to 8 kg. They are located in a special container.
• Larger dogs are transported in the baggage department. They are located in cages or containers, with a volume of 1.55 x1.55x1.55 m, in compliance with all requirements for them. Containers register in a special window. They stick a barcode on them.
• If you are planning a flight with a dog, you must inform the airline about this one and a half days before departure. Immediately before the flight the dog passes a veterinary inspection at the airport.

When transporting your pet by any transport, always follow the 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 overcool, but at the same time does not suffer from stuffiness. On the road, try not to feed the animal. If there is such a need, do it at the moment of stopping. It is permitted to give the dog some water. Take a long way with you Vetaptechku collected on the recommendation of a doctor.

How to transport a dog in a train, look in the following video.