The Wirecutter Show Traveling With Pets
Oct 30, 2024
This episode features Mel Plaut, a Wirecutter staff writer specializing in pet gear, who shares her expertise on safe pet travel. She discusses the importance of secure restraints and industry standards for pet carriers. Listeners learn about the challenges of flying with pets, including vaccinations and airline regulations, as well as tips for in-cabin travel. Mel also highlights essential products like the SturdiBag Pro 2.0 and offers personal anecdotes to make traveling with pets a smoother, worry-free experience.
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Brenda's Cat Travel
- Brenda admits driving with her cat unrestrained, letting it roam freely in the car.
- She questions if this makes her a "bad pet parent" after reading Wirecutter's pet carrier guide.
Restrain Your Pet
- Always restrain your pet in a car.
- Use a carrier or harness, prioritizing carriers for cats and harnesses or kennels for dogs.
Carrier Sizing
- Measure your pet according to the carrier manufacturer’s guidelines for accurate sizing.
- Ensure the carrier allows your pet to sit, stand, turn around, and lie down.