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• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Preparing the animal
• Method 2 of 4: Grooming your dog
• Method 3 of 4: Taking care of other animals
• Method 4 of 4: Leaving your pet at home
• Tips

If you're going on vacation, you'll want your pet to feel as comfortable as possible. Pets should never be left alone for long periods, especially social animals such as dogs. There are many different options for keeping your pet safe during your departure. The best choice depends on your pet's needs.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Preparing the animal

1. 1 Assess the animal's needs. All pets are different and each has an individual character. Someone tolerates prolonged loneliness well, while others do not. More sociable animals, or those who have a medical condition or are used to interacting with others a lot, are likely to take it badly if you leave them alone for a long time.
   • You should consider the pet's diet, as well as what the pet likes to do and what kind of mess it can make if you are not around.
   • Younger pets may be less tolerant of loneliness. More than adults.
   • If your pet is overwhelmed by separation anxiety, you may be better off hiring or asking someone to look after him or leave him in a special shelter.
2. 2 Adapt your pet's schedule. Two weeks before your vacation, start leaving him alone at home for a long time. If you usually leave it while you work, leave home for a couple of hours every day after work. If you usually see an animal during the day, leave it when you leave for work.
   • This will prepare your pet to be alone for a long time.
3. 3 Write detailed instructions. If you are leaving an animal in someone else's care, it is very important to provide that person with sufficient care information. Leave your contacts, as well as the vet number in case of emergency. If your pet has a special diet or loves certain care or toys, write it all down. Include information about his routine, where he goes to the bathroom, what he does, and if he has any medical prescriptions. If the animal has personality traits worth knowing about, include them on the list. Does your pet get aroused when someone is at the door? Does he have a favorite hide and seek place?
   • Include as much detail as possible in the instructions. It is better to give more information than less.
4. 4 Talk to your veterinarian. It is very important that your pet has valid vaccinations and good health before you go to rest. You can also ask for advice on how best to leave the animal alone. Your veterinarian can advise on a guardian or a good shelter. Leaving your pet safe and secure will reduce your anxiety on the go.

Method 2 of 4: Grooming your dog

1. 1 Try hiring someone to look after the dog. If someone looks at home, the animal will be more comfortable in its usual habitat. Consider how often you will need to visit your dog. Is it enough times a day, or is it better several times a day? Your best bet is to hire a professional. Look online for more information.
   • Professionals are also ideal for cats who prefer to stay in a home environment, as they may experience stresses in their new environment.
   • Find an emergency replacement.
2. 2 Ask a friend or neighbor to look after your pet. Leave the animal at home and a friend or neighbor will visit from time to time. Introduce them in advance to make your pet more comfortable. Take the person out to dinner or for a walk with the dog.
   • Find out how much experience a friend or neighbor has in taking care of pets.
   • You can also leave your pet at a friend's or neighbor's house.
   • If you are taking the pet to someone else's home, bring something that will make the pet feel more comfortable (for example, a basket, a blanket, a favorite toy).
3. 3 Leave the animal in a kennel or shelter. Make sure the site is good and has positive reviews. Find out the ratio of workers to the number of animals, it is somewhat clean and safe, whether the optimal climate is maintained, how often the animals are handled, whether there are grooming and grooming services, where the pet will be placed (in an individual or shared enclosure) and how much your pet will interact with other animals.
   • Dogs are social animals and will find it easy to adapt.
   • It is best to visit a kennel or shelter before you book your pet there.Wherever your pet stays, you should be calm for him.
   • Leave your contact details, as well as the details of your veterinarian, to the kennel or shelter staff.
4. 4 Try private shelters. Some people suggest placing a small number of animals in their home. This option is suitable for animals that like to interact with others. The setting is more intimate here than in a traditional orphanage. Ask your veterinarian for recommendations. Rate a private shelter just like a regular kennel or community shelter.
   • Search the internet for information on dog shelters.
   • Before leaving the animal, go there and assess the situation.

Method 3 of 4: Taking care of other animals

1. 1 Move your pet in the cage. Animals such as hamsters, guinea pigs, rodents, reptiles and amphibians can be brought into the home of a friend or professional pet supervisor. Write down how to feed it, how much to drink, how often to clean the cage, and what temperature to maintain. Pack all items that mimic the environment of an animal at home. These can be bedding, heating surfaces, or decorations.
   • If the intelligence cannot be transferred, someone will need to check the animal daily.
2. 2 Choose a setting that is similar to your home. Rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs are used to living in freedom. Bringing them into the house with dogs or young children can stress or even threaten your pet. If the animal is used to a quiet place where only adults are, find a place similar to this.
   • It is very important to choose the right new location. Your pet can become disoriented and possibly even get sick due to the change in the usual environment.
3. 3 Hire someone to come into the house to care for birds or cats. Birds and cats love to be in a constant, familiar environment. Birds may become restless and pluck their own feathers when they enter an unfamiliar environment. Cats also experience stress away from home. Better to ask someone to stay at your home or visit the animal every day.
   • If you have a bird, make sure the person looking after it is familiar with bird care and is comfortable with them.
   • Cats should not be left alone in someone else's house. They will most likely start wandering, running away and trying to get home.
4. 4 Take your pet to a shelter. The shelter is the last place to identify these types of animals. Make sure the location you choose is suitable for caring for your pet's species. If the shelter contains both cats and dogs, it is necessary that they are kept in different places. Always inspect the shelter personally before leaving the animal there.
   • Ask your veterinarian for advice on the best shelter. Some clinics also have pet care services that are left alone.

Method 4 of 4: Leaving your pet at home

1. 1 Make your home comfortable. If the pet is left at home alone, set the thermostat to the optimal temperature for the pet, as if you were still at home. Close the doors to any room where you would not like to let your pet in. Make sure the animal has a comfortable bedding and access to the toilet (doorway or litter box).
   • Leave food and water in familiar places.
2. 2 Make your home animal-safe. The house should be safe for the pet, which will roam freely wherever it pleases. Close trash cans, toilet and ventilation. Keep trash cans, toilets, and heating / air vents covered. Move all potentially poisonous plants, cleaning chemicals, medicines, and other chemicals to the top shelves. Also, put away toys, games, magazines, various crafts and supplies for them, food, household knick-knacks and decorations that can attract the animal's attention.
   • Hide your clothes and shoes as well.
3. 3 Use an automatic feeder. If you have to leave your pet alone for several days, use an automatic feeder.She will dispense certain portions of food as many times a day as needed. This will prevent the animal from overeating. In addition, some animals, such as cats, prefer fresh food and are unlikely to be happy with a huge bowl of leftovers.
   • There are automatic feeders for both food and water.
4. 4 Consider purchasing a dedicated pet camera. If there is no one to look after your pet during your absence, the camera will allow you to keep an eye on your pet. Some devices will also help you communicate with the animal. If you can't afford to buy a camera, you can look for surveillance apps that are more readily available.

Tips

• If you are unsure whether to leave the animal alone or if you are unsure which option is best, ask your veterinarian for advice.
• It is best not to leave the animal alone without any supervision. If you have to leave your pet, make sure it has enough food and water. Again, this is highly discouraged.