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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Kitty Mowmow's Animal Expo - Latest Comments in What you need to know when taking the family pet on vacation</title><link>http://kittymowmow.disqus.com/</link><description>"Animal News That Doesn't Have to be Cute." News, Commentary, and information involving all things animal-related.</description><language>en</language><lastBuildDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:30:33 -0000</lastBuildDate><item><title>Re: What you need to know when taking the family pet on vacation</title><link>http://www.kittymowmow.com/2008/06/30/what-you-need-to-know-when-taking-the-family-pet-on-vacation/#comment-3008793</link><description>For those who can't leave your pets behind here are some travel tips so visit your local pet supplies store:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;• Make sure your pet's shots are up-to-date.&lt;br&gt;• Do not administer any medication or treatments without first discussing them with your veterinarian.&lt;br&gt;• Obtain documentation from your vet to show that your pet's vaccinations are current, and that your companion is healthy.&lt;br&gt;• If you are traveling to another country, check with that nation's embassy.&lt;br&gt;• Make sure your pets are wearing collars with current Identification tags.&lt;br&gt;• Pack any medications your pet may be taking.&lt;br&gt;• If you are traveling by automobile, think about the animal's safety as well as your own.&lt;br&gt;• Do not leave an animal unattended in a vehicle.&lt;br&gt;• Check with the Airline Carrier for specific requirements when traveling with your pet.&lt;br&gt;• Try to book a direct flight to your destination to eliminate additional stress by airline transfers.&lt;br&gt;• Call your hotel/motel ahead to confirm that pets are accepted and if any additional fees are required.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.RGPetComm.com" rel="nofollow"&gt;A Tired Dog is a Happy Dog!!&lt;/a&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">RG PetComm</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:30:33 -0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>