Pet-Friendly Traveling Tips

BRIGHTON, Mich - It is no secret that most of us consider our pets to be member of our family. Whether they are joining us for a quick ride to the grocery store or for a 200-mile road trip, we have to be sure we are taking the proper safety precautions. As the winter season filled with snow and icy roads approaches, it is important that we make the safest and most comfortable choices when it comes to our pets. Here are some of the best Pet-Friendly Traveling Tips to consider when traveling with your furry family member -

Pet-Friendly Traveling Tips

• Dogs and cats should not roam around the vehicle; use a crate, carrier, or harness that can be anchored to the vehicle. This is the best way to avoid distractions for the driver and to protect your pet in the event of a crash. 

• Bring along a comfort item for your pet. A familiar item like their favorite blanket, bone, or toy will help them to relax during a long ride.

• Heading out on a long road trip? Exercise your pet beforehand! He or she will be much more inclined to rest during the drive. 

• DO NOT leave your pet alone in the vehicle! Even when the windows are left down on a warm day, the temperature inside of a car can rise within a matter of minutes. The same rule applies during the upcoming winter season when pets can experience hypothermia. 

• Pack a frozen bowl of water that your pet can lick to keep cool. This is a great way for them to stay hydrated without you having to worry about water spilling all over the car.

• If you're headed out on a long trip, we suggest looking for pet-friendly restaurants, hotels, or dog parks on your route. Just like us, our pets need a break from time to time, so it is important to find locations where you can take them out of the car for a short walk, drink of water, and a snack.

• If you are headed out on a long journey, be sure your pet is up to date on all vaccinations to protect them against any possible threats. 

In search of the perfect vehicle that will comfortably fit your entire family and your furry-friends? Visit us at Brighton Ford! We have a huge variety of Ford vehicles for every size family. We are located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-7417.

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Travel Tips For The Whole Family

BRIGHTON, Mich.- With spring here and summer coming up, we have developed a couple of Travel Tips For The Whole Family to make your trip to your vacation plans more pleasant! Vacations are all about rest and relaxation, so set the stage for an enjoyable family trip with these simple tips.

1. Rest up prior to departing. This will ensure that you are alert especially if you have a long drive in the plans. As for the kids, they may actually enjoy sleeping through the drive!

2. Troubleshoot sticky situations before they happen. If flying, make sure to jump on the web to obtain security checkpoint regulations and pack accordingly—the last thing you want is trouble there! If you're driving, check out the roads and weather conditions prior to departing.

3. Pack a bag of tricks: hand sanitizer, snacks, over-the-counter medications, and something refreshing to drink perhaps. You may want to include a surprise or two—break out a new book, mini-board game or maybe an iTunes Card or a Kindle Book!

4. Entertain yourself and each other: Whether flying, driving, or on the train, today's electronics can provide endless entertainment, check out some new apps for books, movies, or games. For a long drive, the alphabet game with license plates is a classic, or invent your own game!

5. Take breaks to allow yourself and your family to stretch out along the way, incorporate rest stops into your itinerary, or make meals along the way fun by acting as a food critic while you sample different types of rest stop cuisine.

If you need a vehicle to accommodate your family travel along with our Travel Tips For The Whole Family, take a look at one of our New Ford Cars or check out our Low Mileage Used Cars! Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Avenue, just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

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