Surviving IVDD While Travelling with My Dachshund

IVDD dog

Intervertebral Disk Disease, or IVDD for short, is a degenerative disease of the spinal cord in dogs. Also known as a “hernia” (what my vet called it in Germany), symptoms range from mild pain to complete paralysis of the back legs, with severe cases best treated by surgery. The disease occurs most commonly in Dachshunds, … Read more

Tips & Rules for Hiring a Car with a Dog

Dog-Friendly car hire

One of the easiest ways to travel with a pet dog is in your own vehicle on a road trip. You’re no longer limited to staying in accommodation or visiting places accessibly by public transport. And that’s assuming your dog is even allowed on public transport! Plus it’s tough work lugging all your luggage around … Read more

Road Tripping with Your Dog: The Ultimate Guide

Road trip with dog

The easiest way to travel with your dog is to go on a road trip together. But if you haven’t yet taken a road trip with your dog, it can still be quite daunting. How do you keep your dog secure and what can you do if your dog gets car sick? I take through … Read more

Have You Considered House Sitting for Your Dog?

House Sitting for Dogs

Created in conjunction with Nomador Just like many of you, I don’t like to leave my dog behind when I head off on a trip. However, on some trips, it’s hard to justify bringing along your dog. Whether it’s a quick weekend away for a wedding, or a longer trip to a non-dog-friendly destination, sometimes … Read more