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Gear for travel, car rides and boarding stays
Whether you're dropping your pet at a boarding facility or heading out on a road trip, a few things make the trip less stressful. This is the gear our boarding and travel guides point to.
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Sherpa Original Deluxe pet carrier
A soft-sided carrier such as the Sherpa Original Deluxe is easy to carry and fits under most airline seats. A carrier you leave out at home all year, with a soft blanket and a few treats inside, turns into a normal place to nap. Then the trip to the vet or boarding stay goes better.
What to look for: It should be big enough for your pet to stand up and turn around. Check the weight limit on the page before you buy.
MidWest iCrate folding dog crate
A wire crate like the MidWest iCrate folds flat when you're not using it. A crate gives your dog a safe, quiet spot at home and when you travel. This one folds flat to carry.
What to look for: Get one that lets your dog stand, turn and lie down. Never use a crate as punishment.
BarksBar pet back seat cover
A cover such as the BarksBar back seat cover keeps fur and mud off the upholstery. Our guides suggest putting a big towel or blanket on the back seat on the way to the boarding place or vet. A seat cover does the same thing and stays put.
What to look for: A cover doesn't keep your dog safe in a crash. Use a crash-tested harness or a secured crate for that.
Need a safe place for your pet? Find boarding near you.
Before a long trip, the vet visit gear list covers a first aid kit worth packing.
Traveling with a cat? The cat care gear list has the home basics.
This list goes with The Pet Boarding Guide from iPetzo. Browse the pet boarding directory too. Items and availability change, so check the Amazon page before you buy. Affiliate disclosure.