2023-07-19 10:13:04
Of course, our four-legged friends should not be missing on a well-deserved holiday. There are a few things to consider when taking your dog abroad.
Vienna (OTS) – Also this year, many people are going on holiday with their own car and the whole family plus dog. It takes good preparation and planning. The ARBÖ has summarized what to look out for when traveling with your four-legged friend.
The basic rule for long car journeys with dogs is that you should drive during the night or morning hours so that it doesn’t get too hot. Attention: Never leave the dog alone in the car, even if you just want to go for a quick errand. With an outside temperature of 24 degrees Celsius, the interior temperature of a car quickly rises to over 40 degrees Celsius. This enormous heat can very quickly have life-threatening consequences.
In addition, care should be taken to ensure that longer breaks are planned so that the dog gets enough exercise. It also helps to take your own water and food bowls as well as your favorite toy with you, so that your four-legged friend is well looked following during the journey and feels comfortable at the holiday destination.
Transport
There are several ways to safely get dogs from A to B. The ARBÖ recommends metal transport boxes, which are available in different sizes. Sufficient space for the dog is important here. However, care should be taken to ensure that the dog – in the event of an impact – has little room to sling. Nets and grids are also a way of transporting four-legged friends. They prevent the animal from jumping forward. However, they are less reliable in preventing possible injury from sudden braking.
Seat belts can be used to secure. These must be adapted to the dog. A chest harness must be used in addition to the harness. The use of such belts on the front passenger seat is not permitted. Penalties of up to EUR 10,000 are possible if animals are not (correctly) secured in the vehicle.
EU pet passport
When traveling within the EU and EEA, pets (dogs, cats, ferrets) are only allowed with the EU pet passport. The EU pet passport provides information regarding the health of the pet, and vaccinations are also recorded. The ID shows that the dog has been vaccinated once morest rabies and microchipped. It is available from all veterinarians in Austria and from veterinary universities.
In some countries further examinations or vaccinations are necessary. It is best to find out in advance which treatments are mandatory for entry into the holiday country. The ARBÖ information service (050 123 123) and the ARBÖ country information provide information on this www.arboe.at.
With these tips, nothing stands in the way of a relaxing holiday with your four-legged friend.
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