How Do You Travel By Bus With Pets?
Taking the bus is annoying enough, but it gets even more challenging when you have to travel with pets. Although the practice can be challenging, you can take your pets along with a lot less hassle if you come prepared. A few simple tips will make your trip as safe and painless as possible, for both you and your pet. Make sure you can get the pet on the bus. This can be done by calling the bus company to make sure it allows pets to board the bus or making sure you hide the pet completely so the bus driver is none the wiser. If you have a service animal that you need for medical reasons, it is against the law to ban you from the bus—or anywhere—because of your pet. Secure the pet properly. If it’s a small pet, get a sturdy carrying case. For bus travel, one that fully contains the pet is best, rather than a tote bag type, so the pet doesn’t bolt and run. Carrying cases come in many sizes and types so browse about and figure out the best one for your needs. Larger pets should have a secu