My family has traveled a lot over the years—we’ve lived in three different states and visited dozens of countries. But when I discovered that my son was allergic to dogs, we had to give up our beloved feline companion. Although we were sad about this change, at least it meant that we could now go on road trips again! The only issue was that we didn’t want to leave our dog behind with a friend or relative because he was getting older and needed special care…
Veterinary Travel Costs & How I Reduced Them
Veterinary travel costs can be high and you can save a lot of money by being prepared. I have worked in the veterinary field for over 15 years and have spent thousands of dollars on travel for my animals. So I decided to write this article to share with you some tips and tricks on how I reduced the cost of veterinary travel costs!
I am going to start by sharing my story about how I came up with a plan in advance, booked my pet’s travel in advance, and saved hundreds of dollars when traveling cross country with our cat Penny!
Search for veterinary clinics in the area.
Search for veterinary clinics in the area. You should be able to find at least 2 or 3 clinics in your area that offer basic services, such as wellness exams and vaccinations. Once you’ve found these clinics, look them up on Google Maps to see if they’re open on weekends or if they’re near a major highway or freeway. If they’re not open on weekends then you’ll want to call them before traveling so that you can make sure that’s something they will be available when it comes time for travel day itself!
If there are no other veterinary clinics close by then call around until someone gives you an estimate of what it would cost for them to get their pet taken care of at their office instead of boarding him/her somewhere else! It may seem like a good idea right now because the vet said she’ll do it cheaper than anyone else but keep this tip in mind: “You don’t always get what
Call the veterinary clinic once you’ve narrowed down your choices and get a quote for your pet’s wellness exam.
Once you’ve narrowed down the list of potential clinics, call them and ask for a quote for your pet’s wellness exam. The clinic may also offer boarding, so be sure to ask about this service as well. If they do not provide boarding or have no facilities on site, ask if they offer a shuttle service. Some clinics even make arrangements with nearby hotels and motels that will take care of your dog while you’re away on business or vacation!
Ask about discounts for multiple pets (if applicable) and senior pets (if applicable). It never hurts to ask!
Veterinary travel : Accommodations – The actual cost is approximately 1.6 times higher than the rate per night, but it’s totally worth it.
As a pet owner, you’re probably familiar with all the restrictions on your favorite furry friend when you travel. They have to be comfortable in their crate while they’re in the car and they can’t come into restaurants or shops. But did you know that even when they are staying overnight at a hotel or motel, there are still rules governing the accommodations? That’s right! To ensure your pet stays safe and happy, some hotels require that pets stay in rooms by themselves (or with other animals). In addition to this requirement, most hotels charge more for pets than for humans per night. The actual cost is approximately 1.6 times higher than the rate per night, but it’s totally worth it because you don’t have to worry about your pet during your trip!
Driving too long? Don’t always stick to the route that has the fastest driving time – Pet travel by car can be taxing on both you and your pet if you’re always in a rush or need to stop frequently to let her out of her crate.
Driving too long? Don’t always stick to the route that has the fastest driving time – Pet travel by car can be taxing on both you and your pet if you’re always in a rush or need to stop frequently to let her out of her crate. If you want your dog to get along with other dogs, then it is important that they are able to play and interact with each other from time-to-time while traveling. The same goes for cats who enjoy spending time together while they are being transported as well.
If possible, take a day or two off before you leave and after you get back so that you can recuperate from any fatigue that may have resulted from traveling with your pet.
If possible, take a day or two off before you leave and after you get back so that you can recuperate from any fatigue that may have resulted from traveling with your pet.
If you’re like me, your job is already stressful enough without adding the stress of travel to it. You will need time to unwind and relax before and after the trip. This extra time also gives everyone involved in the trip an opportunity to rest up before they return home so they can be at their best when dealing with family members, friends and co-workers who want updates on how things went while they were away from home.
Boarding or house sitting is another option that frees up a lot of time for clients who are traveling with their pets for medical reasons.
- Boarding or house sitting are options that free up a lot of time for clients who are traveling with their pets for medical reasons.
- Boarding your pet at a veterinarian’s office is one option. This can be convenient if you’re not so sure about leaving them in the hands of someone else, though it does cost more than other options. The upside is that your pet will receive exceptional care from trained professionals and will be able to stay in an environment familiar to them.
- House sitting for friends or family members may also be an option if they live close by or have extra space at their house while they’re out of town, which would allow you to spend time with them while still keeping an eye on your four-legged buddy! This is another way in which you can save money on vet bills while still being able to see all those exciting places you’ve planned on seeing together 🙂
I hope sharing my family’s experience will help other readers create a better plan for their own trips!
As a veterinary student and an animal lover, I’ve always wanted to travel with my pets. But because of their big personalities, they’ve been more than difficult to bring along. In this blog post, I hope sharing my family’s experience will help other readers create a better plan for their own trips!
When planning your trip with your pet, it’s important that you have all the right equipment and supplies before you leave home. If possible, try not to take them on long drives or flights (especially if they’re older), as these can be stressful for both you and them. If possible, try driving in one day instead of taking multiple flights or driving back and forth across country borders multiple times during an extended stay overseas.