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22 | Four Seasons Hemet Herald | AUGUST 2023 | PAWS e summer heat is upon us. Please walk your dog in the morning or evening when the sidewalks are not hot enough to fry an egg (or your dog's paws). Also, I can't believe we have to keep reminding people to pick up aer your dog. Please pick up aer your dog! One last item — it is against the law for your dog not to be on a leash. So please leash them, it is for their safety and yours. Upcoming in October - We are planning a Blessing of the Animals. More info to follow or contact us at PAWS4Seasons@ gmail.com Below are some hints for traveling with your pets. As I am reading them, most of them are things that we did when we traveled with our kids when they were young! Tip #1: Exercise your dog BEFORE you leave: A dog that is well exercised, mentally and physically, will be more likely to be calm during the travel time. If your dog is full of energy and bouncing off the walls before you leave, how do you think he's going to be in the car? Your goal is a tired and calm dog before you walk out the door. So exercise your dog the day before and the day of your travels. A tired dog creates a peaceful quiet ride for everyone. Tip #2: Use a checklist to pack for your dog: Want to know what to bring when traveling with dogs? Just as you pack for yourself, you need to pack for your dog. And you know you always forget something, right? So use our traveling checklist to help you remember everything your dog will need. How much you'll need to pack will depend on the destination and length of your travel. But the basics will always be the same, food, water, collar, leash, and don't forget the poop bags. Here is your dog traveling checklist: Leash, collar and ID tag, training collar, GPS tracker, tie-out or long line. Any prescription medicine your dog may be taking, vaccination papers and your vet's phone number (our "My Dog's Health Planner" is perfect for traveling). Dry food in zip lock bags, water and food bowls, treats, waste bags, travel crate, blanket from home, busy toys, chew toys, Doggy First Aid Kit, brush, dog shampoo, towel, accident cleaner. Although there are travel-sized bowls and supplies available, whenever possible pack items the dog is accustomed to using regularly. is will help your dog feel more comfortable while away from home. Tip #3: Get a GPS tracker for your dog: Dogs can easily get spooked when in unfamiliar places, and if your dog decides to run off while you are away from home, a GPS tracker can help you find him immediately. Even if your dog is microchipped, a GPS can be very useful when traveling. A microchip, which is inserted into the dog's skin, is great if he gets lost and is turned into a vet or shelter. But can't help you locate him on the run as a GPS tracker can. Tip #4: Practice riding in the car well before your travel date: Traveling with dogs in the car shouldn't be stressful for you or the dog! Take your dog for short car rides regularly before heading out for a long trip. Observe how well your dog does in the car. Does he get car sick, does he jump in your lap while driving, or does he calmly lay in the back seat? Your dog needs to learn car riding manners before you plan a long trip with him. Plan on making several pit stops to let your dog go potty. ere are usually rest stops with pet areas on major expressways. Please be sure to clean up aer your dog. Never leave your dog unattended in a closed vehicle. Even five minutes in mild weather temperatures, your car can be a death chamber. If you need to run into a store or something, have a family member stay with the dog. is would be an ideal time to let the dog out to stretch his legs too, just remember to keep him on a leash. Tip #5: If traveling by airplane, check with the airline for any regulations Tip #6: Prepare for dogs with high-anxiety: If you are taking your dog on an airplane or an extra-long car ride, you may want to consider a prescription calming medication. Talk to your vet. You may also want to try a calming collar, such as Comfort Zone Adaptil Collars. Don't wait until you are ready to hop in the car, put the collar on your dog several days to a week before leaving. Needle Me You don't have to be experienced in a particular needlecra to participate in the Needle Me group. e ladies in the group range from beginner to almost professional. If you think you might be interested in learning how to knit, crochet, or almost any needlecra that you can think of, we probably have someone in the group who can teach you. Anyone is welcome to stop by to visit with us and see what projects we are all working on. We meet on the first and fourth Friday of each month in the Arts & Cras Room at 1 pm. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Bobbie Davis at (951) 223-3836 or Merilyn Burnside at (951) 658-8310.