Pet Pointers: Labor Day Road Trip Doggy Dos

Millions of Americans are expected to hit the road this Labor Day weekend. How can you pack up the whole family and also make sure that Fido has a happy, healthy, and tail-wagging good time?

The in-house canine behavioral experts at Milo's Kitchen — a popular All-American dog treat brand — are sharing their essential travel tips for the busy Labor Day weekend:

*** MILO'S KITCHEN LABOR DAY ROAD TRIP DOGGY “DOS” ***
DOGGY-DO #1:  TAKE A JOY RIDE
Was your pup’s last 'road trip' a trip to the vet?  Before your trip, take him on a short ride to the park to make the car a place where fun things happen, too.
DOGGY-DO #2:  MAKE CRATE TIME 'TREAT TIME'
Make your dog's travel crate a happy place by doing a “test crating” and rewarding Fido with lots of his favorite treats.  Soon, he'll be drooling when he crawls inside.
DOGGY-DO #3:  PAMPER YOUR PUP
Just like humans, dogs feel most peaceful in a calming environment, so give your dog a back rub and play soothing music while you're driving.
DOGGY-DO #4:  BRING 'HOME' WITH YOU
Because dogs like familiarity, bring along their snuggly blankets and favorite toys.  On arrival, set up your dog's crate and keep your feeding and walking routine.
DOGGY-DO #5:  SPOIL THEM SILLY
While on a trip, it's even more important to reward your pup for good behavior. Treats build positive associations with new sights and sounds.

For more details on these tips, please see: http://mktreattruck.com/2015/08/21/all-american-doggy-road-trip/

*** MILO'S KITCHEN TOP 50 LABOR DAY DOGGY DESTINATIONS ***

By cross referencing online review sites with data on dog-friendly restaurants and hotels, Milo's Kitchen also compiled its ultimate list of pup-approved parks and landmarks for Labor Day travel:

#1: The Original Dog Beach (San Diego, California) (50 points)
#2: SF Golden Gate Park (San Francisco, California) (49)
#3: Fort Tryon Park (New York City, New York) (48.5)
#4: Runyon Canyon (Los Angeles, California) (47)
#5: Acadia National Park (Mt. Desert Island, Maine) (46)
#6: Pike Place Market (Seattle, Washington) (45)
#7: Carmel (Carmel-by-the-Sea, California) (44.5)
#8: The Biltmore Estate (Asheville, North Carolina) (44)
#9: Central Park (New York City, New York) (43)
#10: Cherry Creek Farmer’s Market (Denver, Colorado) (43)

To see all 50 Labor Day doggy destinations (including those near you), please visit:  http://mktreattruck.com/2015/08/21/milos-kitchen-labor-day-doggy-destinations/