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== Page for Dogs [[File:2003 pankai05aa2.jpg|thumb|300px|right|This "couple" from [[Lithuania]], Ignas (pierced guy) and Lady (dog) extensively hitch-hiked through [[Europe]].]]Here is some information about '''dogs hitchhiking with Humans humans''' and Humans '''humans hitchhiking with Dogsdogs'''. A couple consisting of a dog and a human isn't necessarily [[hitchhiking]] slower than a human couple. ==

A couple consisting of a dog Some religions say that dogs are ''dirty'', some countries ban certain breeds, and a human isnin some cultures dogs aren't necessarily hitchhiking slower than a human couplepets but livestock. Take into consideration these cultural differences and learn about animal issues in particular location before hitting the road and crossing borders.

Drivers' reactions are though more definitiveMost countries have laws about what is required from you to enter with a pet. Or surely noIf you check these in advance, neveryou can make the necessary arrangements and avoid quarantine in most cases. Since January 2012, or the [[EU]]'s laws made it easier to travel within the [[EU]] as long as you have a valid EU Pet Passport. But even then it is surely yes's important to check each country's rules in advance - some of them have extra requirements like tick, with burning breaksflea or tapeworm treatment (e.g. People who like dogs[[UK]], [[Ireland]], do not hesitate[[Finland]], they just stop. But they might not stop for just a single human[[Malta]]).

'''Advices for Humans'''  * try to make used to hitchhiking your dog accustomed with hitchhiking when he /she is still young* make sure your dog is not afraid of cars before you hitch with him /her for the first time

* make sure your dog feels comfortable and safe in every moment of your journey, for example, don't forget he/she also wants to pee after sitting a while in a car ;)* flea and heartworm preventative is important also* keep in mind that dogs cannot go as long as humans without water - take more water than you think you will need as you might need to pour it on them if they get too hot.* putting your dog on a feeding schedule may be difficult on the road but is worth it and helps prevent 'accidents'* take a towel or an old jumper for your dog to sit / lie on. On hot days this can protect them from hot pavements when you are waiting and it can also protect the car of whoever gives you a lift.* if hitchhiking in hot weather take some Vaseline to help protect your companions paw's from hot Tarmac (or baby socks, but your companion may not find this dignified) and sun cream if your dog has thin light hair - especially their nose.* practice lifting your dog above your head, and make sure they are comfortable with this so that you can get them into a lorry quickly and safely.* if your dog is normally happy to get into a car, and they make it clear that something bothers them about this particular lift, trust their judgement, make an excuse, and wait for another lift.* make sure your dog isn't too close to the road as gravel may hit them, and their eyes are much nearer the ground than yours, so at higher risk of being hit.* take tweezers(for ticks), a bandage and if you can get them, some butterfly stitches or staples if you are travelling long distances.* if your dog is clearly tired and has had enough, call it a day if possible. You are a team!

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=== Advices for Dogs ===[[File:Hitch-dog.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Sometimes drivers have dogs as well]]* do not drink too much before travellingtraveling* as if your fellow human is already quite somewhat stressed, try to be nice and do not annoy him /her too much

* always look nicely to at the driversdriver* insist on a ride in the a dog's own , specific way Image:http://alamedalearning.com/reality/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/begging-dog.jpg* do not bark after at cyclists and other traffic, it could worsen can contribute in worsening of the hitchhiking image of hitchhiking!* as human's humans world is weird and sometimes incomprehensible, for your safety listen to your fellow humanto be safe* always be polite to other humans and dogs that are already in the a car* inform the your fellow human you are hitchhiking with in case of flirting attempts (or worse) of about your intentions to flirt with a dog which that happens to be in the same car already* make sure not to get motion sickness!(edit...* ''<small>add more info? :) {{stub}}</small>''