Bring a Pet Into the United States from Another Country

In Health + Safety, How to, Pet Study  •  JAckz

Traveling with a pet is not easy, especially when traveling to another country. If you are going to the US and planning to take your pet along with you – then there are certain rules and procedures involved. I know you may be excited with taking your pet, but make sure that your pet passes through all the legal steps and the documentation in the right way.

Bring a Pet Into the United States from Another Country

So, to get started you need to perform 3 different tasks to ensure a smooth trip of your pet. They are –

Prepare Pet for the Air Travel

1. Prep up Your Pet for the Air Travel

First, you need to check how you are willing to take your pet – the same plane or book a different flight. Air travel can get tiring for your pet, but there are various options like baggage or cargo provided by the airlines which you can opt for. Also, during this same time, you can get in touch with the airlines and know all the things required for traveling with a pet. Stick your pet’s identification details on the carrier.[su_spacer]

Travel Documents2. Get All the Documentation Required for the Pet

Check with the airline authorities about the documents needed. Look out if your pet needs a health certification for air travel. This certificate should be signed out by a verified and licensed vet doctor. Also, the rabies vaccination is found to be mandatory for all the pets traveling to the US. Research, and study the requirements for pet birds and other animals for the travel.

Veterinary Checkup3. Veterinary Checkup Before Travelling

I guess the most important step of all, is to

  • Ensure that your pet is healthy and comfortable during the journey.
  • Take your pet to the vet doc and prepare them for the travel by providing the required medicinal care.
  • Ask the doc to provide the contacts of the pet of your new stay.
  • Also, check the status of the rabies vaccine.
  • Talk out about the pet travel with the vet, to get more info.

So, are you planning to travel with your pet? I hope the guide was fun to read and answered most of your queries. In case you have more doubts, feel free to get in touch with us. Post them in the comment space below.

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Putting on a Dog Harness The Right Way!

In Pet Study  •  JAckz

Are you confused on how to put up the Dog Harness for your pet? You have just arrived at the right place. Harnesses are strap-like things, which are mainly used for the purpose of leash attachments. You could make use of the harness whenever and wherever possible, to keep your little fellow in control.

But sometimes an easy job as putting the harness may seem complicated and you won’t get it right. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to put up a Dog Harness, and I am sure by the end of it – you will just know it.

Putting on a Dog Harness The Right Way

Putting on a Dog Harness The Right Way!

There are two types of Dog Harnesses that you will generally find in stores; the Step-In Harness and the other one is Overhead Harness.

The process of placing the Step-In Harness on your Dog is given as follows:

  1. First, unbuckle the harness and place them on the ground.
  2. Keep the two belt sections in a way that it forms two loops. You have to place the front paws inside these two loops formed. Some of the harnesses mention about which loop should match which foot. If it’s given by default, then follow the same only.
  3. Pull the harness on the top of the dog, near the chest portion and snap the buckle up.

This is how you set the Step-in Harness on your dog. You can also make use of the dedicated no-pull harness for dogs in case you want to handle the constant pulling of them.

Next one is the Overhead Harness, and they are set up in the following manner:

  1. Read the manual for the guidelines, and see if you can set the right shape for the neck.
  2. Next, slip the belt through the neck portion of your pet.
  3. Pull the bottom strap around the belly region, whereas the top strap across the backside. Make sure that you do this carefully, without hurting your fur-buddy.
  4. If the harness is connected on one side then let your dog step into the loop and then clasp the straps together on the other side. Whereas, if the harness is not connected on either end, then clasp the straps for both the sides.

So, that’s how you do it!

Isn’t it simple?

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3 Tips for Helping Senior Pet Feel Better | Advice & Guidance

In Care, Extra, Health + Safety, Pet Study  •  JAckz

Our pets tend to become old and develop many complications, just like us. As humans age, they become more vulnerable to diseases. Likewise, pets also undergo this phase.

Elderly pets are different than their younger counterparts. Their bodies function differently, their daily routine changes, their diet plan is upgraded, etc.

Tips to Care for Senior Pets

For some people pets are a part of family. A dog, cat, guinea pig, parrot, etc. all kinds of pets amuse people. Hence people might suffer to see the weakened state of their pets. In extreme cases, lonely people only have support of their pets, as a reason to live. Thus, it becomes important to know how to take care of an elderly pet?

The following a list of 3 tips to care for senior pets and to make them feel better:

1. Regular trips to the veterinarian to detect abnormalities:

Regular Trips to the Veterinarian

  • An old pet may seem healthy but his/her body can harbor hidden diseases. If not diagnosed on time, it can severely affect the animal’s health and could prove to be fatal.
  • A vet can provide full body checkup and diagnose diseases at early stages. The results of tests in addition to weird changes in behavior of pets may help to know the exact problem. A pet may suddenly become less playful, more aggressive, lazy, obese, etc. These all indicate something is not right. Go and check the test of arthritis in senior pet.
  • For instance, a guinea pig, which loves to stay active, might suddenly start sleeping more and stop eating. These signs show some ailment is troubling the organism.

2. They need your warmth, love and care:

Pets need Warmth, Love and Care

  • Young pets illuminate the ambience. Their charisma is unmatched. Alas, but same is not true for seniors. The elder pets need more attention. An old pet experiences disorientation, confusion, hunger, reduced intelligence, etc.
  • The solution here is to pay utmost care towards your pet. Your pet may not be able to talk, but for him/her you are a member of their pack. Admiration from your side may encourage him to still be active and not give in.
  • Some pets suffer from dental or eating disorders. They might leave eating and/or drinking. As a caretaker, you have the options of warming the food, to make him/her consume it easily. These caring gesture can boost the animal’s morale.

3. Know when to let your pet rest in eternal peace:

Pets need rest

  • Euthanasia is not animal cruelty. Regularly taking guidance and advices from the vet is helpful in these matters.
  • A large dog ages faster compared to a smaller dog. Hence the larger dog will experience effects of old age earlier. Many diseases can affect a dog in this vulnerable state. If existence is becoming a burden for the poor soul, ridding it off of its pain might be a morally sound option.
  • Death of a pet can greatly affect a family. Hence treat your pet with fullest care in old age. Don’t hold back on basic necessities of its life like diet, cleanliness, exercise, medication, etc.

A pet is only a part of your world.
But for the pet, you are his/her whole world.

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