[nagdu] Traveling Advice

[Cindy Ray]

Well, first of all, I would see the dog has been relieved right before you fly. If you think he will need to go out during the lay over, then ask for assistance when you are exiting the plane. You can probably ask for it in advance. You will probably have to leave the secure area and will have to go through security again, but that may depend on the airport. Experiences in hotels vary widely. Some have areas to relieve the dog, meaning 
someplace where the dog will go. I don't know what your dog's preference is. Mine will use grass or concrete, or areas around trees. Often if you are seeking a place, though, the bell staff is willing to be of help, so just make your needs known. I'd try to keep the dog on as much of a routine as you can, but it is hard to give you much help not knowing the situation. I travel all the time, so I guess I just kind of do it. It isn't really too difficult though, and I think you will enjoy it, specially if the dog loves to fly like mine does.

Cindy
On Sep 28, 2010, at 9:29 AM, Kolby Garrison wrote:

> Hello Everyone,
> I will be flying to the state of Washington in November, and staying
> in a hotel for at least three nights. I have not ever flown or stayed
> in a hotel with my Guide Dog before, and I would like to know if those
> of you who have flown or stayed in a hotel with your dogs before have
> any advice for me. I will have layovers exceeding two hours on the way
> to and from my destination. Are there things that I can do to make my
> and Sunny's airport, airplane, and hotel experiences as positive and
> hastle free as possible?
> Thank you in advance for any advice that you have the time to share.
> Kolby
> 
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