Taking a puppy motorhoming

[Vic]

Hi folks,

Thinking out aloud in text form. We have just lost out Tibetan Terrier and thinking of getting another Tibetan Terrier puppy when we feel the time is right for us, not tomorrow.....
How old was your puppy when you first took yours away to Europe?
I know that the puppy has to be at least 12 weeks old before they can have a rabies jab, but how old does the collective feel is the minimum age to take a dog/puppy away?

Vic

 

[Kevinthecat]

Not Europe but Laika the wonder dog was 8 weeks old when she went away in the van. Pads in the shower for her and when she got to 12 weeks more stops on the journey for pee breaks .
Good luck and plenty of licks and waggy tails for you.

 

[Jim]

There's not a too soon. Borders don't mean much to dogs as long as they're with you they won't mind where they are. Tibetan's are intelligent dogs and will quickly get into step with the travelling routine. Just stay tuned into them, see nothing is too scary and be ready with the encouragement when they are not sure .

 

[ambulancekidd]

Not Europe for us either but, Georgie Girl was away on camping hols at 11 weeks old & took to it like a duck to water.

Fortunately for us our wee new Border Collie took to the car in seconds & loves going out but, it could so easily go the other way whereby they're scared of the motorhome or get travel sickness.

Remember that you'll have no idea how well a puppy will travel til you try it.

 

[Neckender]

Our Cockapoo Roxy was 8 weeks old when we bought her and was toilet trained within 2 weeks of owning her.
We took her to Benidorm at 16 weeks old and as @Kevinthecat says we gave her plenty of stops on the way. She is now 2 years old and a wonderful dog.

John.

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[Hollyberry]

As others have said, I wouldn't think you'd have problems travelling with a puppy. I'd allow a good supply of food, just so you can keep him/her on the same diet and avoid tummy upsets. Make sure you have chew toys so your shoes/ seats/ table leg etc..don't suffer.
I think it might actually socialise a dog quicker as you're out and about more, lots of different people will stop you to fuss a puppy, lots of other dogs to meet.
Sorry to hear you've recently lost your dog, and you'll know when the time is right for a new dog in your lives.

 

[fullfat]

Daisy was about 16 weeks but didn’t start driving until 6 months old.
Problem is van stops at every tree along the way

 

[Caggsie1]

My take on this,is, all they want to do is be with you, regardless of location. So long as all jabs etc have been done, for your security, they’ll be happy toddling along.

 

[Parrot Face]

Jonesy our Welsh Terrier was about 16 weeks when we took him away in the motorhome to his native Wales. Then a couple of months later we took him abroad. My advice is to make sure its not during the hot period. If you go to Spain be aware of any festivals as firecrackers might be an issue. We also took a cage for him to sleep in just in case he decided to misbehave when we were sleeping. You may never want to leave him alone in the van but you never know what might happen so the cage can be useful if you have to leave him alone for a period. If you cycle then a kids bike carriage is useful.

 

[Vic]

Thank you for all your replies.
We are used to taking dogs away and are pretty well set up with all the points you have mentioned. It is reassuring knowing that you would do the same as us.
Really, my main concern is at what age a puppy is robust (may be the wrong word) enough, but with your replies it is any age taking in all the precautions that you would with a puppy at home. Thank you all again.
Vic

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[TerryL]

Took our Westie abroad almost as soon as he was old enough for his jabs. He had been "travel-trained" from birth so enjoyed going away right from the start. In fact whenever I bring the van home he wants to jump in straight away. However he will only travel in his cage, which is secured just behind the front seats, but won't fuss thereafter - he lasts much longer than I can............!

Took him to Morocco at 9 months old - no problems, just keep him away from local dogs.

 

[Hollyberry]

Once a pup has had all his jabs he should be fine. My vet told me about a new vaccination against Lyme disease the other day when mine went for their boosters. It has to be given acouple of weeks away from regular jabs and was about £60 initially with £40 p.a. booster. Won't prevent ticks but will stop development of Lyme's if dog is bitten by an infected tick.

When we lived in France I just checked my dogs daily and also sprayed them with a home made spray made from essential oils. In 7 years they only had 3 or 4 ticks between them. The oils are safe to use ( diluted) on dogs but not on cats.

A crate for travelling which can also serve as an outdoor kennel is a good idea too.

 

[paddymcc]

V sorry to hear your TT has died Vic -all the best with a new puppy. (And the advice above sounds good)
Paddy

 

[Vic]

Thank you Paddy. Good luck with your search.

Vic