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Travel Checklists

Before You Go

  • Make travel/transport/hotel reservations ahead of time to notify of your intent to travel with an assistance dog.

    • Know airline regulations, call ahead to confirm disability accommodations.

      • Print a copy of your airline’s pet policy.

    • Contact TSA Cares ( 855-787-2227) to help get you through the airport and to your gate- TSA recommends calling three days prior to your flight to ensure they have proper staffing so someone can assist you.

    • Get directions to pet relief areas in airports where you have layovers.

    • Ask hotel about mini-fridge if bringing medications.

  • Get health certificate from vet, if needed, within 10 days of travel.

  • Confirm that your copy of your dog’s shot record is current.

  • Ensure sufficient supply of supplements/medications for you and your dog.

  • Identify good local vet and emergency vet.

  • Get a temporary ID tag with local address and phone number.

Carry-on Items

  • 2+ meal’s worth of food

  • A collapsible water bowl

  • A water bottle (must be empty and filled once past security)

  • Waste bags

  • Extra-good treats in your training pouch

  • Health certificate (if needed) and a current copy of shot record

  • Prescription medications (if needed)

  • Current picture of your dog

  • Emergency care info for you and your SD

Packing List

  • Extra equipment (leash, collar, walking harness if needed)

  • Car harness and seat belt for road trips

  • Food (+2 extra meals), treats, toys, bones/chews

  • Go mat

  • Flashlight, clip-on light for nighttime walks

  • Clean up supplies: Extra Zip-locs/grocery plastic bags (for bigger messes/ used paper towels), travel-sized bottle of cleaning solution, paper towels

  • Lint roller

  • Grooming supplies: comb, small scissors, ear wash/cotton balls, nail clippers, unscented wipes

  • First aid kit