Traveling With Pets In Your Airstream® RV
On your next RV trip, why not bring your furry friends along? Many pets can enjoy a safe camping trip - with the right preparation of course. We've gathered up some simple strategies for traveling with pets in your Airstream RV. If you have any questions or want to shop Airstream RVs for sale, contact Airstream of New Mexico. Our dealership is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and we also serve those in Santa Fe and Las Cruces.
Prepare Your Pet For RV Travel
The first step is getting your pet familiar with your Airstream RV. It is a new setting, which can be inherently threatening for animals. You want to show that your RV is safe and a fun place to be!
Gather up the family, treats, and toys. Let your pet enter the camper on their own and enjoy cuddles, play times, and delicious snacks. Slowly spend more time inside the camper together until they get comfortable, then build up their comfort level with the RV moving. They will be a travel pro in no time!
Keep Your Pet Safe During The Drive
There are some inherent safety risks that come with bringing a pet into a vehicle, but there are easy ways to mitigate those risks.
First, always have your pet in the same vehicle as you. If you own a towable RV, this means keeping your pet inside the tow vehicle. If you are driving a motorhome, this means keeping your pet inside the same room as someone.
Next, secure your pet in a crate or carrier. This reduces the chances of injury in an accident, keeps them from interfering with the driver, and prevents them from jumping out unleashed when the doors open.
Third, take plenty of breaks. Give your pet a chance to get out, go to the bathroom, smell the exciting new smells, drink some water, eat some food, and enjoy a short rest.
Maintain Your Pet's Well-Being At The RV Campground
Once you have arrived at the campground, try to stick with your usual routines. Schedules help provide structure, which can help reduce your pet's stress. Aim for regular meal times, walk times, and so on.
It's also helpful to add a sense of familiarity to the new setting. Bring your pet's favorite toys, a blanket or bed with their scent on it, and so on. This will help them feel more relaxed and better able to enjoy the adventure.
For more travel advice or to shop Airstream RVs for sale, reach out to the friendly staff at Airstream of New Mexico. We can answer questions, offer advice, and help with whatever you need. Give us a call, send us an email, or stop by our dealership in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We also proudly serve those in Santa Fe and Las Cruces, New Mexico.