Reasons Why Flying isn’t Safe for Pets

If you’re looking to go on a holiday with your furry companion, it would be best to leave Fido to the kennel—especially if you’re travelling by plane.

Dog owner Michael Jarboe found this out the hard way, when he took his Mastiff BamBam on a cross-country flight. He even paid extra bucks to have professional dog handlers around to take care of BamBam, but after a short layover in a sweltering tarmac, handlers found the dog dead on arrival when they landed on the next airport.

How to Inspect Dog Boarding Kennels

If you are leaving your pet for a few days, you need to make sure it is properly looked after and gets all the food, exercise, and medications (if any) it needs even in your absence.

A good option is a pet boarding facility. Before leaving your pet in one, it’s a great idea to conduct an inspection of potential boarding homes to find the place that will meet your expectations. This is especially true if you are doing this for the first time. Consider the following factors in your selection:

Environment

Some boarding houses may give off a bad smell because of the number of animals they house. This may indicate improper cleaning and sanitation practices. In addition to cleanliness, it is important to evaluate the place’s temperature, ventilation, and light to make sure that your pet will feel comfortable in it. Inspect the rooms to see if there is enough space, and if security systems are adequate.

The German Shepherd is Truly Man’s Best Friend

The German Shepherd is one of the most versatile canine breeds in the world. You see them as pets, drug busters and crook catchers for the police, or recon units for the Australian Army. Their versatility comes from their basic traits--intelligence and diligence--which give them their reputation of the ideal dog breed.