You can take your pet abroad with you as long as you have looked into pet passports and check that the country you are visiting allows pet entrance. Check also whether it has specific requirements regarding the sort of vaccinations it expects your animal to have. If you are planning on a holiday in this country you will need to decide whether the pet, most often a dog, comes with you or stays behind.
Most cat owners find they can rely on a neighbour to feed a cat and as a cat flap has often been installed, does not need to worry about its toilet and exercise requirements.
If the holiday is for a long period of time then a stay with a relative or a trip to the local cattery is advisable. Always ask to look around the cattery and do not allow your cat to stay if this request is turned down, the cattery should look and smell clean have adequate exercise space and cats should not be allowed to come into contact with each, this will avoid any spread of viruses some cats carry. Word of mouth is a good reference for any form of animal care.
Boarding kennels for dogs are often the answer for owners who are not able to take their pet with them. You should always visit the kennels before and make sure that it has a caring atmosphere with clean pens and plenty of space for exercise.
Some people allow their pet dog a practice run and let them spend a night or two just so that when it comes to spending longer they will already feel confident that you will be coming back to collect them. Dog crèches are perhaps a more personal form of boarding. Always check that your dog will be safe and unable to escape from the garden. A practice run is a good idea.
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