Whenever we go on trips, perhaps one of the few things that truly holds us back is having to contend with the decision of whether or not we should take our dog with us. It is either we take our dogs along for the trip or we leave them with a friend or family member while we are gone. Unfortunately, most dog owners are forced to resort to the latter solution. Instead of enjoying their trip, these doting dog owners simply end up worrying about their dogs the whole time. Luckily, this is not the case for Dachshund owners since dogs of this breed are actually quite easy to travel with.

When it comes to travelling with your pets, the biggest advantage of the Dachshund is its size. However, just because we are able to bring our pets with us, doesn’t necessarily mean that we should always take them with us. A lot goes into conditioning your pet for such trips. Sudden changes in the environment, involved in the physical act of transporting your dog can cause emotional stress on your dog. As much as we want to be with our pets at all times, sometimes we have to assess our options and think in terms of our dog’s best interest.

For instance, travelling on the road can cause stress on your dog for quite a number of reasons. For one, they may not be used to the physical surroundings of your car. Second of all, they may not be used to the motion in the car–not just the physical sensation but the actual experience of hearing loud sounds and seeing objects flashing by the windows of your car as you move. This is why it is always good to socialize your Dachshund at an early age since getting them used to various sights, sounds, and places, as puppies will help them develop into well-rounded pets in the future.

For long trips on the road, booster seats are available. Remember that sudden stops may seriously injure your dog. For plane trips, it may be a good idea to check the guidelines of your airline first. Some allow dogs to be taken on-board, but most prefer that they be in crates. Since these trips mean that they are kept in an unfamiliar environment for a longer period, you may want to make sure that your Dachshund has a pillow and blanket in its crate.

The Dachshund’s positive demeanor and adaptability makes it easy for us to take them along on trips, but we must never forget that just like any other dog, they have limits. Whatever the case, remember that your goal is to have your Dachshund be as comfortable as possible during the duration of the trip.