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“For your pet’s safety and your own, carrier or pet seatbelt (a special harness that attaches to the car’s seatbelt) when driving to the cottage,” the SPCA said. According to the SPCA, to help keep your pet comfortable throughout the trip: 1) Keep the car at a comfortable temperature using air conditioning when necessary 2) Never leave your pet alone inside the vehicle, even with windows partially open-it only takes minutes for an animal to develop heatstroke 3) Feed your pet a light meal at least four hours before the trip (to help prevent car sickness) 4) Prevent your pet from sticking her head out the window (sudden stops and debris can cause injury) 5) Schedule rest stops every two to four hours for exercise, bathroom and water breaks (bring a litter box for cats) 6) Attach your pet’s leash before opening the car door (to prevent accidental escapes) 7) If your pet’s not used to travelling your pet to wriggle out of) 8) Keep the car sound system volume moderate due to the sensitivity of dogs’ and cats’ hearing Subaru also offers some accessories of Max or Molly, Buddy or Bella, Jake and Lucy (the top three male and female dog names, according to the Veterinary Pet Insurance Company). Ask your dealer for compartment separators, or dog guards, that are offered for Tribeca, Outback and Forester models and the previous Impreza 5 door. NIAGARA DOGFEST Niagaradogfest.com Email: [email protected] Admission: $5 Children under 12 are free A festival for dogs and the people who love them! Vendors and exhibitors, contests, Charity BBQ, free goodie bags shop many vendors and exhibitors. WIGGLE WAGGLE WALK & SPLASH CONFEDERATION PARK & WILD WATERWORKS Hbspaca.com/wiggle-waggle Email: [email protected] The Hamilton-Burlington SPCA is hosting the annual Wiggle Waggle Walk & Splash -- a scenic 5km walk followed by a Doggie Pool Party at Wild Waterworks! DOG DAYS OF SUMMER st.catherines.ca Admission: free & Welland Canals Centre Dogs and their owners explore special canine-themed museum displays and a pet product marketplace. Silent auctions and for a registration fee contests. Famous Psychic in the Niagara Region Charlotte Sxivak will be here from 1-4 p.m. and much more. THE FIRST ANNUAL ELDER DOG JUBILEE Elderdog.ca Email: [email protected] Free admission approximately 15 minutes from Lu