Are you planning on bringing your pet home for the holidays? Or, have you been invited to bring your pet with you to your friend's for the weekend? In this episode, we'll share how you and your pet can be great guests and get invited back again with the help of Connie Archer, master trainer from Barkbusters Home Dog Training in Houston. Equipped with almost two decades of experience, Connie shares foolproof strategies that will ensure your holiday visits are smooth sailing.
Amy and Connie discuss:
Deciding whether your pet is a good candidate for a visit to someone's home
How to introduce pets who are unfamiliar with each other
Tips for tackling potential challenges such as adapting to "house rules" at someone else's home and ensuring neither you nor your pet are a burden or a nuisance
Challenges you might face from fencing and pools, to kids and open doors
The importance of a backup plan, including pet-friendly hotels and boarding options
When to say "when" and take your pet home
Safety and health tips when traveling with your pet
And more.
Traveling with pets doesn't have to be stressful; it can be a joyous journey for everyone involved WITH the right preparation. Our aim is to ensure you and your pet become the most gracious guests, keeping the holiday spirit alive and well.
Join us, learn from Connie’s wisdom, and make your next holiday visit with your pet a positively memorable one!
Shoutouts in this episode:
Barkbusters Home Dog Training
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