Keep it small and labeled
One soft bag is plenty. Put your pet’s name and your phone number on it, and tell us what’s inside when we arrive. A small bag is easy to hand over at the door and easy for the person receiving your pet to find again.
For dogs
Their lead and collar or harness, a blanket or toy from home, poop bags and a small towel. If they’re staying somewhere, add their food in a labeled container with the amounts written on the lid.
For cats
Their own carrier with the door secured, a blanket that smells like home inside it and, if they like one, a cover for the carrier. If they’re staying somewhere, add their food and a note about how they like to eat.
Notes for the other end
Anything the person receiving your pet should know goes on one page: feeding, how they like to be handled, what helps them settle and who to call. We go through it with them at the door.
What to leave at home
Gate codes, spare keys and anything valuable stay with you. If the other end needs access details, give them directly rather than packing them in your pet’s bag.
Your next conversation
Tell us where your dog or cat is going, who will hand them over and who will meet them, or call us on (202) 555-0110. We’ll plan the ride with you.
Before ride day
- A small soft bag with their name and your number
- Lead, collar or harness for dogs
- Their own carrier for cats
- A blanket or toy from home
- Food in a labeled container, if needed
- One page of notes for the other end
