Did you know summer holidays are always the busiest time of year for lost pets…
So help keep your fur family safe by organising care for them while you’re away. You can arrange care with a live-in house sitter, a reliable neighbour or family member, a drop-in pet feeding/walking service, or a boarding cattery or kennel.
Whatever type of care you choose, make sure your pets carer has
- your contact details
- a photo of each pet with their name, details about their personality, exercise and dietary needs etc
- the name and contact details of your vet
Discuss a lost pet plan with the carer in case your pet does go missing. Agree on a time frame that means “lost” to both of you i.e. if your cat misses breakfast and dinner, you both know that means he or she is lost.
Your lost pet plan should include agreement to;
- contact you within an agreed timeframe
- list your lost pet if unable to contact you
- any other actions you want them to take on your behalf
Make sure your pet is microchipped and registered. Pets should wear their ID tags at all times and, for dogs, their council registration tag too.
Knowing your pets are safe and cared for means you’ll be able to really relax and enjoy your holiday.
PS. Another option is take your pets with you! Google “pet friendly accommodation” or check out www.petscancometoo.co.nz for a NZ directory of places you can take pets on holiday with you.