For the love of Home Ownership

Easy to say and yes I am happy, actually I am ecstatic that I finally entered the home owner elite. Well it seems that way at the moment even though I know we are no more elite than anyone else. In actual fact nothing has really changed. I have to pay money to someone else every month for the privileged of staying in a house. I do not like where I am going with this. I love my new house, all mine now I need to make it my own. The mortgage and insurance are taken care of and I have my new carpets arriving next week so all is well.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

The Do's and Don'ts of Pet Travel

By Joanne Gallagher

Vacation time is right around the corner. On Memorial Day Weekend, a lot of us hit the road for a weekend getaway or daily road trips. Taking your pet along makes the trip a complete family outing. Most dogs love to ride in cars and its fun to take them along with you wherever you go.

There are some important things to keep in mind when traveling with your pet. Keeping your dog safe and content in the car will make the road trip more enjoyable for you and also aid in your safety. An unrestrained dog or cat in the car during travel can be a hazardous distraction to a driver. There is pet gear designed especially for dog travel.

Animals should be secure during the trip and not allowed to jump around or hang out of the window. Dont allow your pet to ride with their head outside the window. There is a danger of inner ear damage, lung infections, and injury from objects flying by your car. Use your car's air conditioner to provide cool air for your dog.

Numerous dangers exist when pets are left free to roam around in the vehicle. Even though many pets are quite well behaved in an automobile, you should really consider your pets safety if you happen to be involved in an automobile accident.

Be certain your dog or cat cannot meander around the automobile. Multiple solutions are available including a pet safety belt, pet harness or pet car seat. Pet auto travel safety devices such as these offer security should an auto accident take place by securing your pet inside the vehicle.

A dog auto harness can attach to the automobile's safety belt and is a Perfect alternative to a dog crate. When properly fitted, a pet harness will let your pet sit and lie down happily during your trip and will supply security during sudden stops or quick turns.

Car Safety Vest Dog Harness by ODonnell is your dog's protection while traveling in a vehicle. These are the only pet harnesses to be crash tested to the same standards as a child safety seat. Thirty (30) lbs. at 30 mph. There is a universal metal buckle that fits into the seat belt receptacle. The harness is manufactured from ballistic nylon for security in use. The vest style harness is for your pet's protection.

Traveling with your pets can add to the family's vacation experience. Keep your dog or cats safety in mind whether you are going on a quick trip or on long distance vacation!

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