I don't have an RV yet, but I am doing diligent research and trying to decide in which direction to go. I'll be traveling solo with a dog that I don't have yet :) I am leaning toward a used (probably 1995-2003) RoadTrek van. I need something small enough that I can handle on my own. I've camped/fished/hunted all my adult life, but never in an RV - always in a tent, so even though I'm used to tight quarters, I'm looking forward to "sleeping indoors". I always camp (even when I was tent camping) in parks that have flush toilets and hot showers (those two things are an absolute must). I have tentative itineraries together for 3 different lengthy (3 weeks +/-) road trips.
I want this dog for companionship, not protection (well, maybe a little - I plan to have the dog professionally trained beforehand). One of my main concerns right now (in these early stages of planning) are what to do with the dog when I want to do something for the day that he (I'm almost sure it will be a "he", but you never know who's going to pick you, right?) can't do. For instance, I have a trip planned to the Pacific Northwest and I'd like to take a day trip on the ferry to Victoria on Vancouver Island; I know I can't take a dog into Canada. Also, on the way there, I'd like to visit Disneyland (I'm 62 years old and have never been!), but I see that there is a pet day-care actually on the Disney property. Does anyone have any suggestions for other locations?
I'm so glad I found this community...I have sooo many questions for someone who's done this before!
gilljr said
07:45 AM Jun 17, 2015
Welcome, you can get a lot of help here.
dianneandsteve said
08:10 AM Jun 17, 2015
You can take your pets into Canada. We don't have any but I believe all that's required is proof of required shots. I'm sure others with pets will chime in hear.
Good luck with your planning!
TRAILERKING said
08:38 AM Jun 17, 2015
Welcome aboard.
pache100 said
09:05 AM Jun 17, 2015
dianneandsteve wrote:
You can take your pets into Canada. We don't have any but I believe all that's required is proof of required shots.
That's good to know! Actually, it was a friend in Canada (Prince Edward's Island) who told me that. She said they were very strict about it, too, that they would check your RV.
(and the recent issues Johnny Depp had in Australia with his babies scared me into finding out!)
BiggarView said
10:06 AM Jun 17, 2015
Most dogs as family pets are allowed with current vacination records. Canada is getting very restrictive as to certain breeds like pit bulls, check with Canadian customs and immigration offices online for further info.
We have made two trips to Canada within the past year, and we had no issues.
Selah said
04:29 PM Jun 19, 2015
May I suggest a small class A, they now make some that rival a class B in size. Most class A have an onboard generator which is, in my personal opinion, a must if you have a pet and plan on being in hot weather. An Automatic Generator Start can be added so that if CG power fails the AGS will start the generator to keep the A/C working.
Like I said, this is my personal opinion. Others my differ.
Sushidog said
06:38 AM Jun 20, 2015
You might even consider a truck camper like this Chalet: The amount of room and features are amazing. Plus you can drop it off at the CG or when boondocking, leaving it hooked to to all your amenities while you take your truck to town, sightsee, etc. www.youtube.com/watch
Of course if you don't need all this space or have a smaller truck there are plenty of smaller/lighter models that will still allow you to drop your home (and pooch) at the GC while your truck is being serviced, or make a "run for the border" day trip (without the Canadian government rifling through all your personal possessions). Most will allow you to tow a trailer too, should you desire to bring additional toys with you, like a boat, ATV, motorcycle, etc.
& ready to rock and roll.
I don't have an RV yet, but I am doing diligent research and trying to decide in which direction to go. I'll be traveling solo with a dog that I don't have yet :) I am leaning toward a used (probably 1995-2003) RoadTrek van. I need something small enough that I can handle on my own. I've camped/fished/hunted all my adult life, but never in an RV - always in a tent, so even though I'm used to tight quarters, I'm looking forward to "sleeping indoors". I always camp (even when I was tent camping) in parks that have flush toilets and hot showers (those two things are an absolute must). I have tentative itineraries together for 3 different lengthy (3 weeks +/-) road trips.
I want this dog for companionship, not protection (well, maybe a little - I plan to have the dog professionally trained beforehand). One of my main concerns right now (in these early stages of planning) are what to do with the dog when I want to do something for the day that he (I'm almost sure it will be a "he", but you never know who's going to pick you, right?) can't do. For instance, I have a trip planned to the Pacific Northwest and I'd like to take a day trip on the ferry to Victoria on Vancouver Island; I know I can't take a dog into Canada. Also, on the way there, I'd like to visit Disneyland (I'm 62 years old and have never been!), but I see that there is a pet day-care actually on the Disney property. Does anyone have any suggestions for other locations?
I'm so glad I found this community...I have sooo many questions for someone who's done this before!
You can take your pets into Canada. We don't have any but I believe all that's required is proof of required shots. I'm sure others with pets will chime in hear.
Good luck with your planning!
That's good to know! Actually, it was a friend in Canada (Prince Edward's Island) who told me that. She said they were very strict about it, too, that they would check your RV.
(and the recent issues Johnny Depp had in Australia with his babies scared me into finding out!)
Most dogs as family pets are allowed with current vacination records. Canada is getting very restrictive as to certain breeds like pit bulls, check with Canadian customs and immigration offices online for further info.
We have made two trips to Canada within the past year, and we had no issues.
Like I said, this is my personal opinion. Others my differ.
Here's another with a huge amount of room inside. www.youtube.com/watch
Of course if you don't need all this space or have a smaller truck there are plenty of smaller/lighter models that will still allow you to drop your home (and pooch) at the GC while your truck is being serviced, or make a "run for the border" day trip (without the Canadian government rifling through all your personal possessions). Most will allow you to tow a trailer too, should you desire to bring additional toys with you, like a boat, ATV, motorcycle, etc.
Chip