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Common challenges faced during pet transportation:
Common challenges faced during pet transportation:
Allowance of pets/ service animals on public transportation
Cost
Inappropriate dog behavior
Environmental constraints
Strength, range of motion, and dexterity
Interventions for transportation challenges:
Interventions for transportation challenges:
When using personal vehicle
When using personal vehicle
Please note that all dogs should be kept in a crash-tested crate during transportation.
Amazon (Nibuya), 2023
Dog ramps/ stairs
Dog ramps/ stairs
Ensure that the stairs are lightweight and easy to manipulate.
The Ramp Factory, n.d.
Apply grip tape to wheelchair ramp
Apply grip tape to wheelchair ramp
When using public transportation
When using public transportation
Call transportation company ahead of time to request additional time to board, inquire about availability/ location of ramps, and confirm rules about bringing pets v.s. service animals.
Seek out free or low cost transportation services for older adults or individuals with disabilities in your area, especially with adapted equipment.
Don't be afraid to ask those around you for help when boarding and exiting.
Amazon (Multipet), 2024
Leash sleeves
Leash sleeves
Beneficial for those who need extra space in community settings.
Amazon (Lekesky), 2022
Rolling dog carrier
Rolling dog carrier
Useful in instances where small dogs must be in a carrier
Helena Lopes, 2020
Mobile services
Mobile services
Seek out pet taxis, mobile grooming/ vet services, etc. in your area.
When leaving the dog at home
When leaving the dog at home
For the safety of the dog, it is important to use crates during transportation in a personal vehicle and when leaving them unsupervised at home.
Carlson Pet Products, n.d.
No-squeeze latch
No-squeeze latch
When purchasing a kennel, seek out options with a latch that doesn't require squeezing to open.
Ruffland Performance Kennels, n.d.
Easy squeeze kennel latch
Easy squeeze kennel latch
Can be found here.
A zip-tie can also be looped around a squeeze latch to lessen physical demand. Please note that only the top latch should be ziptied, as a dog attempting to escape a kennel could get stuck under the bottom of the door.
Julia Drahzal
Disclaimer: The suggestions on this website are not medical advice, and should only be implemented under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
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