bc4ever Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Colorado is calling! Trying to put together a road trip to see my brother in late August/early September and will be taking Scooter with us this time. Will be gone about a week, round trip. He rides around town with us, but has never been on a long ride like this would be. How often should we be stopping to let him have a break? Wondering if the altitude change would affect him? Brother lives at almost 8,000 feet. Other than the obvious, such as food, water, dishes, leashes and toys, is there anything else I should be taking? I will be making up Lost Dog fliers in case the unthinkable happens. Also, is there any hotel chain that allows dogs other than toy breeds? So far, my research shows lots of "pet friendly" places, but there's always a weight/size limit. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 When I'm traveling with dogs, I let them out for a break when I get out. They don't need to stop any more frequently than we do. Though I don't use then at home, I like to use a flexi lead on vaction - it gives them a bit more room to roam and I can even play a little ball with them on lead this way. I also had some "I'm traveling" tags made up a couple years ago and put this eon them when we go o a road trip. The tags have my name, my home town and 2 different cell phone numbers along with the words "I'm traveling". Most LaQuinta hotels allow dogs. I took both mine along to a family wedding in Oklahoma and the staff at the hotel loved them! There was no weight limit and no additional charges either, but this might vary from hotel to hotel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient_Dog Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 we have used both od these with success... http://www.dogfriendly.com/ http://www.petfriendly.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane allen Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Re altitude: shouldn't be a problem, other than if they're a bit out of shape to start with. A vet friend of mine told me that dogs don't have the inner ear physiology (OK, I know not what I'm talking about here...) that humans do, so they don't need to "pop" their ears. (A client of the vet's kept saying how her little foo-foo dog always got so uncomfortable when they drove over passes....nope, not an ear problem!). I also recommend LaQuinta - they're not the cheapest, and I don't stay in 'em often but have friends that do - I've never seen one rundown or otherwise unacceptable. Has your dog ridden in an elevator?! If you make reservations, ask for ground floor - always easier! Dunno where your route will take you, but do remember that fall is hunting season "out west." You don't want Scooter to go running off into the woods somewhere and be mistaken for a coyote! (sorry - but tis a reality....) diane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gil Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Basic clean up supplies. Kitchen size garbage bags will hold most crate pads, till they can be washed or trashed. Paper towels, some form of spray cleaner and air freshner. Don't always need them but they can be a lifesaver when you do. Jenny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 I also recommend LaQuinta - they're not the cheapest, and I don't stay in 'em often but have friends that do - I've never seen one rundown or otherwise unacceptable. Has your dog ridden in an elevator?! If you make reservations, ask for ground floor - always easier! Also check out something like expedia for reservations - you can often get a nice discount and expedia lists pet policies with the hotel. When I stayed at LaQuinta, it was dirt cheap as my brother had found an online deal and directed the rest of the family to it. Can't beat $13/night at a hotel - with dogs allowed!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc4ever Posted August 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Thanks! Lots of good advice.--things I hadn't thought about. I knew I could count on my BC Board family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuxedodog Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 A note on hunting season. I have a blaze orange sleeve that I put over Buster's collar when we go out during hunting season. I bought the fabric at a local fabric chain store. I have also thought about adding a bell since his tags don't tinkle too loudly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc4ever Posted August 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Yes, I had forgotten it's hunting season there. I remember now being there this time of year before and my brother making some sort of comment about it not being safe with all that alcohol and testosterone combining to make the perfect storm! Orange vests for everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.DaisyDuke Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 I always bring and extra leash (which can double as a muzzle if dog is injured and unruly), peroxide, gravol, benadryl and a towel. Which are handy for human and dog a like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martySQ Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 gravol? never heard of it. what is it's function? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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