Expert: Jeff Lutton - 6/26/2007

Question
Hello,

I'm from Portugal and I own a female Pomeranian. This July, I'm going to the south of Portugal, Algarve. But I have to take her by train and it's a long trip, because I'm from Lisbon.
How can I make her journey more comfortable? And she's a dog with lots of fur, so I would like to have some suggestions to keep her cool at home and on the beach and make her adapt to the summer rent house more easily.
Could you help me?

Best Regards,
Joana

Answer
The best way to make her comfortable on the long trip is to take her out for walks as much as you are able (if it is allowed on the train).  Otherwise make sure before the trip that she is comfortable in her crate by allowing her to go into the crate on her own and giving her treats or toys so that she is excited to be in the crate.

How to Keep Dogs Cool in the Summer:

Have Them Trimmed

Dogs with extremely thick or long fun should be trimmed during the hot summer months.

Buy a Cooling Mat

Online there are several pet stores that sell cooling mats. You can find some models that you add water to, which are safe and easy to use.

Make Sure They Have Enough Water

Provide a Shady Area

Bring Pets Inside

Hope this helps