RV Travel With Pets

RVing with Pets Visit our sister site FabulousFoods.com Tuesday January 24, 2006 Email This Page To A Friend! RV Travel With Pets By Mark J. Polk Pets and RV's just seem to go together. One of the really great things about traveling in an RV is that you can take your pets with you. In many cases the main reason people buy an RV is so their pets can travel with them. Both of our dogs have been traveling with us in our RV since they were puppies. They both get extremely excited when they see us loading the RV for another trip. It's fun and convenient to be able to take your pets along with you, but I realized a long time ago that certain precautions must be taken when you travel with pets. There were a lot of things to remember about traveling with our pets, so to make it easier I included this checklist in my Checklists for RVers e-book. First and foremost always keep in mind that an RV gets extremely hot and / or cold inside depending on the outside temperature. Always make sure there is some type of ventilation and / or heat and air available when pets are left in the RV. Never leave your pets in an RV for long periods of time without somebody checking on them periodically. If you will be away from your pets and the RV for an extended period of time leave a key with someone you can trust to check on the pets and in case of an emergency. Always have fresh water available for your pets. You never know the quality of the drinking water when you are traveling so it's a good idea to take a container of water from your home that your pets are accustomed to, or use bottled water. Pets should always travel in a pet carrier or crate for their personal safety. Get a current health certificate from your veterinarian before traveling. Always take the pets medical records along with you. Take a recent color photograph of your pets with you in the event that they should get lost. Update all vaccinations before leaving on your trip. Take a proof of rabies vaccination. Take flea, tick, and heartworm medications. Take a pet first aid kit and know what dosages of medication to give your pets. Take your veterinarian's regular phone number and emergency phone numbers with you. Get the phone number for a local veterinarian when you arrive at your destination. Don't forget to take the brand of pet food your pet is used to and take a food and water travel bowl. Take a walking leash. Your pet's collar should include identification along with basic information such as your name, address and a cell phone number. You can even include an e-mail address. Take a harness, tie out anchor and a leash or chain. Give your pet plenty of room to move, but be cautious of traffic and obstacles that they can get hung or caught on. We use portable exercise pens. Take grooming tools, pet toys and treats. Take extra cat litter and the cat box. Take some plastic bags for pet clean up. Take your pet's favorite bedding or crate. Take some old towels just in case you need them Traveling can be stressful on pets especially if they are not used to it. When your pet is away from home and off of their regular schedule it can affect their health. Perform a daily health check on your pet. Look for anything out of the ordinary. Stop often when you're traveling and allow your pets to exercise and to relieve themselves. When making campground reservations be sure and ask about pets. Some campgrounds offer kennels and boarding for pets. If your travel plans include day trips or extended travel away from the campsite inquire about these services. This checklist does not cover everything that you need to be concerned with when traveling with pets in your RV, but it's a good start. You can add to this list and tailor it to your specific type of pet or your pet's needs and refer back to it before a trip so you don't forget anything. I wrote an e-book with over 35 checklists all in one place. For more information click to: Checklists for RVers . Happy Camping, Mark Mark Polk is the owner of RV Education 101 . He also hosts the RV Savvy segments on RVTV , which airs on the Outdoor Channel. RV Education 101 is a North Carolina based company that produces professional training videos, DVDs and e-books on how to use and maintain your RV. Our goal is to make all of your RVing experiences safe, fun and stress free. For more information, visit www.rveducation101.com . Sign up today for one of our FREE informative and fun Newsletters . RV / Camping Budget Travel Travel Tips Kitchen Tips Low Carb Low Fat Desserts Holidays/Parties Vegetarian E-Mail address subscribe unsubscribe Home | Budget | Adventures | Globetrotting | Weird Wanderings | RV & Camper's Corner | Galavanting Gourmet On the Water | Travel Books | Community | Tips © Enigma Communications™ 2006 About Us | Advertising Opportunities | Privacy Policy

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Anchorage Alaska Car, RV, Motor Home Rentals : ABC Motorhome Rentals Home | RVing in Alaska | Camper Rentals | Motorhome Rentals | Car Rentals | Specials | One Way Let Us Help You Plan Your Trip | Day Tours | Car & Tow Combo | Class B Ultimate Luxury | Luxury Touring Van Request A Quote | Brochure Request | Alaska Links | Contact Us | E-Mail Providing visitors to Alaska with reliable, late model cars, RV rentals, motorhomes, campers since 1985 Car and Van Rentals Renting a car or multi-passenger (7-15) van is easy with ABC. 1/2 Day car rentals available! We offer affordable options for individuals or groups traveling out of Anchorage, Alaska. Our rentals are perfect for families and groups that have already confirmed their RV rental and wish to extend their vacations. After hour's drop-offs are available. The ABC Advantage: Dimond Parking Drop-offs - traveling after hours and early departures are no problem. Your vacation will be problem-free. Ask a customer service representative for details. Cars & Vans Unlimited mileage for all car rentals. Vehicle Type Weekly Rate Daily Rate Compact $270 $45 Mid-Sized $390 $65 Minivan $595 $95 15 Pas. $950 $150 Best Prices - For large and small groups, count on us for great prices on mini vans, pickup trucks and full-size 15 passenger vans. Customer Service - For RVers in need of a car or van for use before or after your RV experience, let our customer service staff create a seamless travel experience by having a vehicle ready for you whenever you need it. Home | RVing in Alaska | Camper Rentals | Motorhome Rentals | Car Rentals | Specials | One Way Let Us Help You Plan Your Trip | Day Tours | Car & Tow Combo | Class B Ultimate Luxury | Luxury Touring Van Request A Quote | Brochure Request | Alaska Links | Contact Us | E-Mail ABC Motorhome & Car Rentals 3875 W. International Airport Road Anchorage, AK ~ 99502 Phone: 907.279.2000 ~ Fax: 907.243.6363 1.800.421.7456 USA ONLY Rates subject to change according to availability. All pages and images contained on this site are 2005 ABC Motorhome & Car Rentals Updates by Alaska Web Sites

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California Bus & Motorhome Map Motorcoach & Motorhome Map Partitioned into 12 Caltrans Districts Return to Buses & Motorhomes page. ORDER MAP (Hard Copy) The 2002 "Motorcoach and Motorhome Network Map" -- One copy free per qualifying vehicle. A qualifying vehicle is a single-unit bus or motorhome over 40 feet in length , if that vehicle is in California or will be visiting California. When measuring a vehicle, according to the California Vehicle Code Section 35400 (b)(5), length measurement should not include: "...the excess length...caused by the projection of a front safety bumper or a rear safety bumper, or both. The safety bumper shall not cause the length of the vehicle to exceed the maximum legal limit by more than one foot in the front and one foot in the rear. For the purposes of this chapter, 'safety bumper' means any device that is fitted on an existing bumper or which replaces the bumper and is constructed, treated, or manufactured to absorb energy upon impact." If you are towing a vehicle, the maximum vehicle combination length allowed in California is 65 feet. To order a map , call (916) 654-5741, or e-mail Casey Robb at casey_robb@dot.ca.gov , or Manuel Fonseca manuel_fonseca@dot.ca.gov . When e-mailing, pleas e state the length of your bus or motorhome, and include complete mailing address and phone number. AMENDMENTS Amendments to the 2002 "Motorcoach and Motorhome Network Map" are posted in the chart below. (To view the amendments, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader software which can be downloaded at no charge from the Adobe web site at this link: Acrobat Reader .) We suggest you check back here periodically for new amendments. For changes on the route list printed on the back of the map, please see the on-line restricted routes list at: http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/traffops/trucks/bus-mh/bus-restrict.htm . AMEND ROUTE LOCATION DATE 1 54 El Cajon in San Diego County 2/25/02 2 274 San Diego County 2/25/02 3 905 San Diego County 4/29/02 4 36 Humboldt/Trinity County 9/17/02 5 96 Siskiyou County 9/23/02 6 680 Solano County 10/10/02 7 299 / 44 Shasta County 3/15/04 8 (on hold) 89 / 49 Sierra County 4/7/04 9 2 Los Angeles County 4/27/04 10 91/107 Los Angeles County 4/27/04 11 19 / 72 / 164 Los Angeles County 4/27/04 12 39 Los Angeles County 4/27/04 13 210 / 57 San Bernardino County 4/30/04 14 49 Tuolumne & Calaveras Counties 12/20/04 15 84 Sacramento County 2/10/05 16 56 San Diego County 2/10/05 17 33 Ventura County 9/14/05 Contact Caltrans: For questions re. this web page, contact: Office of Truck Services Truck Size & Weigh-in-Motion Branch : General Number (916) 654-5741 Casey Robb (916) 651-6125 [ casey_robb@dot.ca.gov ] Manuel Fonseca (916) 653-2017 [ manuel_fonseca@dot.ca.gov ] Steve Sowers, Branch Chief, (916) 654-6914 [ steve_sowers@dot.ca.gov ] Revised 9/15/05. Return to Buses & Motorhomes page.

Motor Home With a

RED HERRING | A Motor Home With a Fuel Cell Tuesday, January 24, 2006 Advanced Search -- -- Log in | Join the RH community - it's FREE -- Capital Industries Biosciences Communications Computing Energy Entertainment & Media Internet & Services Security & Defense Venture Capital Profiles Q&A Regions Briefings Metrics Research Newsletters Events RSSfeeds -- Subscribe Now Customer Service Advertisement - MARKETS - Industries A Motor Home With a Fuel Cell A fuel cell from Smart Fuel Cell is standard equipment on the Hymermobil S-class motor home. September 6, 2005 The first passenger vehicle to be sold with fuel cells is actually a gas-guzzling motor home, where the clean-power technology will be used to run TVs, lighting, and other onboard devices. Smart Fuel Cell said Tuesday that its fuel cell is standard equipment on the Hymermobil S-Class motor home, which is about 22 feet long and weighs almost 4 tons. Hymer is also offering the fuel cell as an option in its B-Class and B-Star-Line vehicles. Hymer motor homes and caravans are sold in Europe and Asia . Unlike other cells being developed for vehicles, the A50 model used in the motor home will not help to operate the motor homes and won’t affect their gas mileage. Instead, the cell will continuously recharge the battery to run onboard devices such as parking heaters, satellite and television systems, lighting, and digital gadgets. While one analyst doesn’t dispute that this is the first time a fuel cell is being shipped for commercial vehicles, he said it is not the first time a fuel cell is being used to run such devices in vehicles . ‘Every little bit helps, but it’s not propelling the vehicle.’ -Dan Benjamin, ABI Research “Every little bit helps, but it’s not propelling the vehicle,” said Dan Benjamin, a senior analyst at ABI Research. “It’s not a fuel-cell-powered vehicle, not by a long stretch.” Still, Smart Fuel Cell, a Red Herring 100 company based in Brunnthal, Germany, called this the world's first commercial fuel cell in an automotive application. The SFC A50 fuel cell was previously available as backup power for RVs and other recreational vehicles, but was not commercially integrated into a vehicle before now, the company said. “Hymer’s adoption of our fuel cells as standard equipment in the S-Class signals the beginning of a new era,” said Pieter Bots, Smart Fuel Cell’s chief marketing and sales officer. “We are extremely proud to be the first fuel cell manufacturer worldwide to finally offer a fully commercialized fuel cell to the automotive industry.” The company said fuel cells are ideal for motor homes, because they typically drive to a vacation destination and then stay put for days or weeks, often without an electrical connection. Challenges Remain Fuel cells produce power by mixing fuel with air between a reactive film membrane in an electrochemical reaction. They are eventually expected to be smaller, lighter, and up to 10 times more powerful than batteries. But the industry faces daunting challenges, including high cost, and the need for higher power density, smaller size, and infrastructure to make and distribute the new fuel. Most vehicle manufacturers have been developing hydrogen-based fuel cells, while most companies working on micro fuel cells for electronics devices have concentrated on methanol. Because size of fuel cells remains an issue, many test vehicles with fuel cells have been large, and the S-Class motor home continues that trend. The companies didn’t disclose the size of the A50. The A50 is a methanol-based fuel cell that uses 5-liter cartridges. Each cartridge provides as much power as five car batteries, and is enough to power certain systems on a motor home for four to 14 days, according to the company. Smart Fuel Cell and Hymer have worked together for three years to bring fuel cells to motor homes, and spent a lot of that time reducing the price, according to Hymer. The cartridges will cost €19.90 ($24.95), and the fuel cell itself will cost €2,999 ($ 3,742) when purchased separately or as an option. Hymer will present the fuel-cell-equipped S Class at the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) 2005, or the IAA International Motor Show 2005, which begins in Frankfurt , Germany , on September 15. Smart Fuel Cell said it is currently in negotiations with “numerous potential international cooperation partners” in a wide range of automotive applications. Nearly all the major auto manufacturers are developing fuel cell vehicles. DaimlerChysler, General Motors , Toyota , and Honda are among more than a dozen already testing vehicles that would replace gasoline with hydrogen. Because of the numerous challenges, analysts have said they expect widespread use of fuel-cell vehicles to be years away. 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RV suppliers Suppliers for RV construction N OTE ON TRAILER FRAMES: The trailer frames on allGlen-L Trailers, including Fifth Wheel models, are designed for localfabrication by the builder or any welding shop using standard steel membersavailable anywhere. All Glen-L Trailer plans include complete plans and detailsfor both the trailer frame as well as the undercarriage gear so nothing is leftto chance. Anyone familiar with welding methods can assemble a Glen-L Trailerframe easily and at a cost savings by using locally purchased materials. T he following is a very incomplete list of RVsuppliers. We and our builders would appreciate any additions to this list. Wedo not "recommend" these suppliers; in most cases we have no personalexperience with them. It is always best to shop around and compare. Send additions to: info@glen-l.com . General Supplies Aluminum Siding Entrance Doors Elecrical Windows Water & Holding Tanks Other Links GENERAL SUPPLIES All-Rite California, 1500 Shelton Drive, Hollister, CA 95023 All-Rite Georgia, 2580 Jeremiah Ind. Way, Conyers, GA 30012 - Aftermarket RVrepair parts and supplies. Siding, roofing, doors, and windows. www.all-rite.com Amercan Stonecast Manufacturer of "Premium SINKS designed specifically for the RV industry" Arizona RV Salvage inc., 2737 W. Lincoln St. Phoenix, AZ 85009 "We own an R.V. wrecking yard. We sell tons of used appliances and otherR.V. goodies. Everything we sell is completely tested and comes with awarranty." www.azrvinc.com Bunkley RV Superstore PO Box 190206 Mobile, AL 36619 www.rvamerica.com/rvsuperstore/ Camper Capitol USA 4233 Forest Ln. Garland, Texas 75042 www.campercapitol.com Camper's Choice 502 4th St. NW Red Bay, AL 35582 www.camperschoice.com/cgi-bin/web_store/web_store.cgi Camping World Various locations 800-626-5944 (Ship anywhere) www.campingworld.com Certified RV 8340 San Fernando Rd. Sun Valley, CA 91352 818-767-8171 Cherokee RV Salvage 7102 Raleigh St. #8 Westminster, CO 80030 local # 303-295-3433 1-877-470-3433 http://www.cherokeervparts.com "Where Old RV's Go To Heaven. We have thousands of parts includinghard to find parts. Giant RV 800-266-6444 (Ship anywhere) Upland, CA: 909-981 0444 Corona, CA: 909-279 2450 Colton, CA: 909-824 3742 San Bernardino, CA: 909-384 0444 Dyer's RV An online RV supplies and accessories catalog. www.dyersonline.com Hitch Supply.com This is a Links page. www.hitchsupply.com Hitch Web Trailer hitches Van Nuys, CA www.hitch-web.com Manchester Tank Manufacturers of propane tanks www.mantank.com On-Line Directory of wrecking yards and used parts www.junkyarddog.com/search.htm Choose Category: RV Northern Tool & Equipment - Trailer parts Burnsville, MN www.northerntool.com Pelland Enterprises Arnold, CA Holding Tanks (1600) Water Tanks (600) Windows, fenderskirts, surrounds, tubs,Shower Doors, etc. www.pellandent.com/ RV America On Line www.rvamerica.com RVSupplyDepot Charlotte, NC www.rvsupplydepot.com "For all your RecreationalVehicle needs" RV Surplus/Salvage Elkhart, IN www.rvsurplussalvage.com "...doors, windows, aluminumand fiberglass siding, roofing, furniture, holding tanks... 65,000 square footwarehouse to explore in Elkhart, IN... on-line store" RV Surplus Inc. Elkhart, IN www.rvsurplus.net " I purchased my aluminum siding from RV Surplus Inc. "...Rexford Billings RV Workshop 8729 Lyon Valley Rd. New Tripoli, PA 18066 www.rvworkshop.com Southweat Wheel - Trailer parts Lubbock and Dallas, TX www.southwestwheel.com Ventline Bristol, IN 46507 (219) 848-4491 www.ventline.com "....produce range hoods, roof vents, and electronic products for theRecreational Vehicle Industry." Wheel Wedge Atlanta, Georgia www.wheelwedge.com Supplier of lightweight wheel blocks... "The Wheel Wedge preventsaccidental rolling of cars, trucks, RV's, & Trailers." ALUMINUM SIDING Discount Aluminum 1461 Seminola Blvd. Casselberry, FL 407-695-2555, www.discount-aluminum.com Interstate Metal Fabricators, Inc 13509 Johnson Road Milwaukie, OR 97222 800-587-3463 or 503-786-8860, www.interstatemetals.com The Metal Company 5509 Harlan St. Arvada, CO 800-231 0401 or 303-423-4425, www.themetalcompany.com - Good site. National R.V. Siding Ltd. 16112 - 114 Ave. Edmonton, Alberta Canada 1 888-443-4041 www.rvsiding.com Good site. Other options suggested bybuilders ENTRANCE DOORS Interstate Metal Fabricators, Inc. 13509 Johnson Road Milwaukie, OR 97222 800-587-3463 or 503-786-8860 www.interstatemetals.com ELECTRICAL Amperor Europe Ltd. 30 Ballot Road Irvine KA12 0HW Scotland U.K. Tel +44 (0)1294 272400 www.amperordirect.co.uk/index.asp Power supply solutions. WINDOWS Hehr International PO Box 219 Plymouth, IN 46563 219-935-5122 (Note: Hehr's windows exactly fit the specifications in the plans) Buccaneer Manufacturing Co Florence, Oregon. "We are an international hehr window supplier." www.buccaneermfg.com All-Rite www.all-rite.com "RV repair parts specialists." Supply windows and window parts, plusother after market items. Pelland Enterprises Arnold, CA Hehr windows www.pellandent.com/ Peninsula Glass Company 6005 NE 121st Ave. Vancouver, WA 98682 Phone: 360-892-2029 www.motionwindows.com "We have been in business since 1975 and manufacture new and replacementRV windows manufactured under the trade name 'MotionWindows'." SpectAL Industries Inc. 850 Moeller St. Granby, P.Q. J2J 1K7 PHONE (450) 378-6722 FAX (450) 378-3657 A window manufacturer for R.V.'s. We do round corners aluminum windows,with or without louvers, sliders and push-out emergency windows to customsizes. www.spectal.ca Interstate Metal Fabricators, Inc. 13509 Johnson Road Milwaukie, OR 97222 800-587-3463 or 503-786-8860 www.interstatemetals.com WATER AND HOLDING TANKS All-Rite www.all-rite.com "All-Rite custom builds tanks as well as windows and other items such asentry doors. All customers have to do is send us a drawing and we can buildit." INCA Plastics Moulding Co., Inc, 948 Belmont Street, Ontario, CA91761 "Since 1959, Inca has been the industry leader for RV Waste and WaterTanks and has supplied tanks to most Recreational Vehicle manufacturesthroughout the United States and Canada." www.incaplastics.com Pelland Enterprises Arnold, CA Holding & water tanks www.pellandent.com/ Other Links GLEN-L marine designs Boat Plans and Kits for the home builder BuildYour Own Travel Trailer Robert Centracchio has set up this site for people who are building theirown camper or trailer. CaravanSitefinder UK An extensive caravan parks directory. MotorhomeDirectory This is a link site with Rentals, Campgrounds, Parts, Sales, Manufacturers,and Services listings by US states and Canadian provinces. RecreationUSA Campgrounds For $10.00 A Day... Across The USA Tear DropTrailers "For further information on what's going on in the world of'teardrops', check the 'Tales & Trails' website athttp://www.teardrops.net/ . They are 'linked' to most of the otherwebites concerned with the 'teardrop' type trailer." fromBruce Beckwith Tear drop trailerplans From Kuffel Creek Press "Tiny Tears"Teardrop Trailers - A premier teardrop trailer builder's informationsite. Home / Campers / Traveltrailers Camping trailers / 5thWheel trailers