For many people and dogs road tripping together is about as good as it gets. Whether you are thinking about taking your first trip and not sure where to start, or you take trips often but could use some fresh tips, this show is for you. I also share some personal experience successes and failures to help you skip the learning curve:-)

Topics in this Episode
0:15 My context with trips and the learning curve

1:17 Tip One: Testing and Training BEFORE the Trip

1:59 Rest Stop's/Service Areas

3:06 Dog's that get car sick

3:53 Teach how to get in and out of the car

4:11 Dog's that bark at stuff in the car

4:28 Seeking help with training

4:48 Hotels and Lobby's

5:32 Camping/Backpacking: tents, campfires, etc

6:04 Tip Two: Pack Light

8:17 What to pack your stuff in

8:31 The dog essentials

9:40 Day pack ready to go

10:45 Tip Three: Enjoy the Journey

10:50 Two kinds of trips

11:35 Rest Stops vs Activity Stops

11:45 How often should you stop?

12:30 All about planning bonus stops 

14:12 Doing the research

14:46 Dog Parks and Public Parks

16:21 Trails

17:11 Keeping your dog safe in the car

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