How to Pack for your Pet
You have a business trip but you cannot take your pet with you and you are going to miss him. You must find a way to show him how much you love him and care about him. Naturally, you cannot tell him that. But, there are some other ways to show it.
You need to find him a good caretaker and start packing for him. First, you have to choose a suitable suitcase that is washable and wide enough for his belongings. It is preferable to have a lot of pockets to be more organized and can be easily used by the caretaker.
Pack enough food for him – this would include the normal amount he is used to and some extra. Don’t add new kinds of food for your pet – it’s not the right time for taking risks. May be he will not like the new food or it may cause him stomach or digestion problems.
Give the caretaker full details about feeding schedule for your pet. Let him know the right quantity of food your pet is used to, how many times he eats daily and when. Your pet has to live a normal life doing the same daily schedule. This goes for treats as well. Don’t forget his food and water dish to keep his routine and home life as normal as possible.
Your pet must feel comfortable and that nothing has changed. You must send his bed or crate or even a blanket to make him feel at home. Don’t forget to tell the caretaker about sleeping times and habits. Also, packing his favorite toys will be a good idea. Remember, you are showing your pet how much you care for him and how much you are going to miss him.
The most important thing is medications and perhaps extra dosage will be very helpful. Your pet’s safety comes first. Provide the caretaker with a list including each medication and what it is used for. Of course the phone number of your veterinarian is very important in case of emergencies. Don’t forget to inform your caretaker if it is time for vaccinations.
Provide the caretaker with full information about how to reach you. It is advisable to leave phone numbers or addresses for at least two of your relatives or friends who are ready to take care of your pet should an emergency arise. This will be important in case the caretaker cannot reach you for any reason.
Consider leaving the caretaker a thank you gift or even a card to show him/her your appreciation that he/she is going to take care of your valuable pet as he is considered to be a member of your family.
