Dog Days of Summer: 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Taking Your Pup on Vacation

For many, summer means vacations. When you are single and live alone, you can be ready at a moment's notice. Throw in a dog or two, and you have some serious considerations to mull over before you even think of packing. Even when you have a family, planning for a vacation becomes more complicated when you share your life with a dog. Should you leave him at a kennel? For many, that is out of the question. The indecision causes quite a few dog owners to bring their dog with them. It is not any easy decision no matter which way you decide. However, there are some questions to ask yourself before you commit to answering the ultimate summertime question of pet owners: should you bring your dog on vacation? - By Danielle Sullivan

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