[onscreen text] Traveling by car.
(bright upbeat music)

[Narrator] Once you're all packed and ready to go
here are some things to consider for traveling in your car.

[onscreen action] woman attaching leash to dog on chair. 

[Narrator] Some dogs don't travel well, a car sick dog
can make a trip miserable for everyone.
So take him for a few short rides and see how he does.
Even on short trips use a travel crate or pet seatbelt
to secure your pet and keep him from wandering around.

[onscreen action] couple putting crate into car.

[Narrator] Plan on stopping every couple of hours
so your dog can stretch his legs,
relieve himself, and have some food and water.
Don't let your dog ride with his head outside the window.
Even though it looks like fun bugs and rocks
can hit him at high speed and cause serious injury.
And finally never ever leave your dog alone in a parked car.
Extreme heat or cold temperatures
can be fatal in just a matter of minutes.