Free Pet Travel Packing List

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The Pet Travel Packing List

Everything your dog or cat needs for a stress-free trip. Print it, tick it off, travel relaxed. 🐾

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✦ Documents & Health

☐ Pet passport or vaccination record
☐ Rabies certificate (check entry rules for your destination)
☐ Microchip number + up-to-date contact details
☐ Vet’s phone number + nearest vet at your destination
☐ Recent photo of your pet (in case they get lost)
☐ Travel insurance details (if you have one)

✦ Food & Water

☐ Usual food for the whole trip + 2 extra days
☐ Treats for training and calm moments
☐ Collapsible water and food bowls
☐ Bottle of water for the journey

✦ Travel Gear

☐ Carrier or crate (pet can stand and turn around)
☐ Harness + leash (and a spare)
☐ ID tag with your phone number
☐ Car seat belt clip or travel barrier

✦ Comfort

☐ Favorite blanket that smells like home
☐ Favorite toy
☐ Bed or travel mat
☐ Calming spray or pheromone diffuser (ask your vet)

✦ Hygiene

☐ Poop bags
☐ Travel litter box + litter (for cats)
☐ Paper towels, wet wipes, enzyme cleaner
☐ Brush and towel

✦ First Aid

☐ Regular medication
☐ Tick remover
☐ Bandage, gauze, disinfectant
☐ Flea & tick protection – never use dog products on cats

✦ Before You Leave

☐ Practice with the carrier at home
☐ Light meal 3–4 hours before departure
☐ Long walk or play session before the trip
☐ Confirm your stay is really pet-friendly

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