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Dog Travel Car Essentials for a Safe and Happy Trip

August 24, 2020
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This post is sponsored by Autotrader; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own and Golden Woofs only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers.

Every time we hit the road with Koru Bear, whether we are going to run errands or just going to the park or on a long road trip, we want to make sure we have a good time and are always prepared and packed with these dog travel car essentials. Autotrader is our go-to resource for advice on making sure that our car is pup-approved!

Autotrader National Dog Day:Dog Travel Car Essentials

Dog Travel Car Essentials for a Safe and Happy Trip

1
Seat Protector
A dog car seat cover is a must-have car essential especially if you have a big dog that sheds a lot. It also helps to keep your car seats clean from dirt and muddy paws. We opt for a hammock style car seat cover.

autotrader dog travel

2
Safety Restraint
To ensure Koru Bear’s safety, we use a travel harness. It is important to keep him secure and to reduce the potential for driving distractions. Also, a safety restraint can help keep him safe if an accident occurs.

3
Travel Dog Mat + Towels (Blanket)
For extra comfort, we always bring a multi-purpose travel mat and towels, which are especially handy when KORU BEAR’s paws get wet and muddy.

Autotrader Dog Travel Car Essentials

To ensure that we always have KORU BEAR’s travel car essentials, we pack all of his dog care items in a travel bag. It’s easy to carry, especially if we use a different vehicle on our trip.

4
Dog First Aid Kit
We are always prepared as you never know when something unfortunate can happen. Having the basic supplies in KORU BEAR’s first aid kit has come in handy on our previous travels. We also include his veterinarian information in the kit.

5
Waste Bags
Be a responsible dog owner, bring poop bags and scoop that poop!

6
Treats / Food
Treating Koru Bear with his favorite treats during car rides helps him settle down. For longer trips, we always pack his food and make sure to stay on his regular diet to avoid an upset stomach or allergies.

7
Water / Portable Bowls
We make sure to keep a water bottle handy for Koru Bear. For long car rides, we offer water at least every couple of hours to prevent dehydration.

8
Dog Wipes / Paw Sanitizers
Pet-friendly wipes/spray are must-have on Koru Bear’s car rides and dog travel. It is important to keep him smelling good and fresh. Keeping his paws clean alleviates any licking or allergy reactions.

9
Extra Harness / Leash / Collar + ID Tag
It’s handy that Koru Bear’s harness is versatile; it’s an everyday harness and a car safety restraint. However, you never know when his harness, leash, or collar might break or get lost, so having an extra in the event of an emergency is essential.

10
Toys
Bringing one of Koru Bear’s favorite stuffed toys to cuddle during the car ride helps him settle down. A stuffie toy also provides him comfort especially if he is anxious about our final destination. We always pack a fetch toy to use on our stops where we engage in fetch play with Koru Bear to help him regain his energy.

pet travel car essentials

These dog travel car essentials are pup-approved by Koru Bear. How about our vehicles? For short travels, Koru Bear enjoys and is comfortable riding in a sedan. For long travels, Koru Bear enjoys the extra space of an SUV.

Autotrader dog approved cars at Dogtrader.com

Are you looking for a new vehicle to travel with your furry co-pilot? We invite you to celebrate National Dog Day by checking out Dogtrader.com as a resource for pup-approved cars for dog lovers.

If you are looking for a new furry best friend, you can also search for local adoptable pups in your area and help get homeless dogs out of the shelter at Dogtrader.com. This is the real mission of National Dog Day!

Dogtrader.com dog approved autotrader cars

When traveling with your dog to celebrate National Dog Day, be safe, have fun, and don’t forget these dog travel essentials.

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  1. easyweimaraner says

    August 24, 2020 at 6:05 AM

    that are great tips for a car trip… and if we have all things prepared the journey will be a super adventure..

    Reply
  2. World Of Animals, Inc. says

    August 24, 2020 at 5:20 PM

    Thanks for taking the time to share this informative post with us. These are some excellent tips to prepare for a car trip so everyhting is just prefect for a fun day out. Have a great rest of your day and keep up the posts.

    Reply
  3. Kinley Westie says

    August 25, 2020 at 3:21 AM

    Treats are definitely an essential!

    Reply
  4. celebrity birthdays says

    August 25, 2020 at 6:37 AM

    I have not had a chance take a long trip with my dog, thank you for the helpful tips!

    Reply
  5. Antoinette Friedman says

    August 25, 2020 at 11:29 AM

    These are so adorable!!!!

    Reply

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