How to Travel With Beagles

Your beagle is part of the family, so when you go on a trip it wants to come, too. Beagles are very intelligent dogs, so they enjoy the opportunity to travel and see new things. In order to make your trip pleasant both for yourself and for your beagle, it is necessary to plan ahead. Traveling with your beagle will take a little extra work, but it will be worth it to have your pet along for the trip.

Instructions

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      Get your beagle used to riding in the car beforehand, if that is how you will be traveling. Take your dog for rides around your neighborhood at first, making the trips increasingly longer as you go.

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      Pack supplies to make your beagle more comfortable in the car. You̵7;ll need a blanket, water dish, food dish and toys. You may also wish to bring his dog crate for him to sit in during the trip. Don't forget his leash, as beagles cannot be trusted not to run away when they are not on a leash.

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      Bring plastic bags and cleaning supplies in case your beagle has an accident in the car.

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      Make a reservation for your dog on the plane. Find out the crating requirements of the airline that you are flying with, as these are specific to each carrier. Some airlines will allow you to carry your beagle in the passenger cabin, as long as his crate meets their regulations.

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      Schedule an appointment with your veterinarian. You will need to provide a certification of health for your beagle no more than 10 days before your trip. You will also need to provide rabies and vaccination certificates.

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      Check the temperature for the location of both your flight̵7;s arrival and departure. Federal regulation guidelines do not allow you to transport your beagle as excess baggage or cargo if it is colder than 45 degrees Fahrenheit or warmer than 85 degrees Fahrenheit.