Summer Pet Travel Survey Trends & How to be a Savvy Pet Traveler
Smart Pet Travel Guide: Planning, Preparation, and Insights from Our Summer Survey
Summer is here, and many pet owners are planning trips with their furry friends. According to our recent survey, over half of you (58%) will travel with your pets in the coming months. From the importance of safety to pet-friendly amenities, the insights we gathered offer valuable lessons for pet travel. Here's a guide to smarter pet travel, culminating in a link to our new DIY Guide for moving within the U.S.
1. Plan Ahead
Planning is essential when traveling with pets, especially during the bustling summer months:
- Check Pet-Friendly Accommodations: Make sure your pet will be welcome where you plan to stay.
- Pack Essentials: Bring water bowls, extra leashes, a first aid kit, and more.
- Review Requirements: If flying or crossing borders, understand paperwork and vaccine necessities.
2. Prepare Your Pet
Make sure your pet is ready for travel:
- Train Properly: Help your pet walk nicely on a leash and observe strangers' space.
- Allow Time for Bathroom Breaks: Select appropriate areas for your pet's needs.
- Consider Behavior: Evaluate your pet's temperament and behavior before travel.
3. Crowdsourced Advice
Utilize technology and social connections:
- Use Technology: Smartphone apps, blogs, and social media can guide you to dog parks, pet stores, etc.
- Ask Others: Reach out to other pet owners or search online for advice.
Survey Highlights
The survey provides an insightful snapshot of pet travel trends:
- Traveling Pets: Dogs (83%), Cats (29%), Ferrets (4%), Birds (4%).
- Travel Plans: This summer (58%), Within the next year (37%), Not traveling with pets (4%).
- Travel Priorities: Safety (83%), Price (12%), Convenience (4%).
- Challenges: Limited pet-friendly airlines (33%), Expensive fees (25%), Costly hotel pet fees (20%), Limited pet-friendly hotels (12%), Limited health information (8%).
- Importance of Amenities: Very Important (83%), Somewhat Important (16%).
- Adaptation: Willing to change original plans for pets (100%).
Our survey emphasizes the need for pet-friendly options and responsible travel. As pet owners, we must be diligent and proactive to ensure enjoyable and safe travels with our PET companions.
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Finally, here are the highlights of our pet travel survey. See how they compare to last year's survey, and feel free to share your thoughts and ideas about summer pet travel!
What kind of pets do you travel with?
Dogs - 83%
Cats - 29%
Ferrets - 4%
Birds - 4%
How soon do you plan to travel with your pet?
This summer - 58%
Within the next year - 37%
I don't travel with my pet - 4%
What's most important when traveling with a pet?
Safety - 83%
Price - 12%
Convenience to my own travel arrangements - 4%
What's the most difficult part of traveling with a pet?
Not enough selection of pet friendly airlines - 33%
Airline pet travel fees are too expensive - 25%
Hotel pet fees are too expensive - 20%
Not enough selection of pet friendly hotels - 12%
Not enough information on health requirements - 8%
How important are pet friendly amenities to you when you travel?
"Very Important" - 83%
"Somewhat Important" - 16%
Would you change your original plans to accommodate your pet better?
Yes - 100%