Many people in Columbus, GA cannot imagine going on vacation without their pets. However, it is important to prepare your dog or cat for the upcoming trip. Make sure that your pet is healthy enough for travel by taking them to the vet. It is a good idea to obtain a copy of your pet's medical and vaccination records. You may want to get your pet microchipped if they do not already have one. A microchip can increase your pet's chances of being found by 20 times.

If you are traveling on a plane or train, then your pet is required to be inside a carrier. You should put your pet inside a carrier even if you are traveling in a car. If your pet has never been in the carrier before, then you should allow them to go inside and get used to it before the trip.