Stevie Jewel

Traveling With Your Dog

Audrey joins me more often than not when I’m traveling.  She’s often mistaken for a stuffed animal, and while I fully support stuffed animal travel, I don’t know why people think I would travel with a stuffed dog…but I digress.  Traveling with a dog isn’t difficult, but it’s something you learn tricks to as you do it.  So here are my tips for traveling with girl’s best friend.

1.  Bathroom Break

This seems obvious, but you’d be surprised how easy it is to overlook when you’re in a hurry for a very early morning flight.  Not only will you dog be fidgety, but you’ll feel super guilty, so do what you have to in order to make sure your puppy has a potty break prior to arriving at the airport.

Audrey on our first radio tour! Audrey on our first radio tour!

2. Starbucks Water

Flying is dehydrating for everyone, including you dog!  Starbucks provides free ice water, all you have to do is ask, and your dog will appreciate you for it!

Celebrating Christmas in Canada! Celebrating Christmas in Canada!

3. Travel case

Audrey has a backpack that designed for carrying pets, and she loves it.  She hops right in and she’s always right by me, which is her favorite place to be!  Figure out what works best for you dog, BUT, make sure it fits under the seat! The key is finding a happy medium and making sure your pup will be comfortable during the hours of travel.

Audrey in our hotel room in Chicago before the show. Audrey in our hotel room in Chicago before the show.

4. Paperwork

Have your paperwork in order, especially if traveling internationally.  It will save time and anxiety if you know what you are allowed to have and what they need to make sure your pup is okay to enter the country.

Audrey in Kingston, Ontario Audrey in Kingston, Ontario

5. Food

Audrey in Ottawa before a radio interview Audrey in Ottawa before a radio interview

Flying with dog food is sometimes allowed, but sometimes not.  This can create difficulties upon arrival to your destination, so do a little research prior to takeoff to find out where you can get your dogs food in the travel destination.

I hope these tips help you! Do you travel with your dog? What are your tricks and secrets? Let me know in the comments!

Ottawa’s New Country 94.3

I love radio visits! They are so much fun.  I love visiting with music lovers, talking about music, and  my favorite part is getting to play my newest songs for radio personalities and listeners!  Here a few photos from my stop in Ottawa at New Country 94.3.

Spring in Ottawa

Right behind the Fairmont was the absolutely beautiful park right next to the Rideau Canal.  It was right in the center of the city, beautiful tulips that had just started to bloom, and a fantastic view of some of Ottawa’s best architecture!  We took Audrey for a walk in the morning to bask in the sunshine and the natural beauty of Ottawa.  What are your favorite things to try in a new city?

 

Parliament Hill in Ottawa

Having never been to Ottawa prior to this radio trip I had no idea how beautiful the government buildings were, but needless to say I found the marriage between the historic aspect and the modern importance of these buildings to be incredible.  While walking around I was reminded that Canada is a bilingual country.  Of course I knew this, but typically the cities I’m most familiar with speak primarily English.  It was so exciting to hear people speaking both French and English on the streets of Ottawa.  Have you been anywhere and had a similar experience?

Ottawa’s Fairmont Chateau Laurier

It’s not every day you get to stay in a downtown castle, but that’s exactly what staying at Fairmont Chateau Laurier was like.  Finished in 1912 it’s a very old hotel but has all the charm and style of a modern boutique hotel.  The location was great for walking around downtown and generally exploring the city.  Being in the capital of Canada meant that there would be Canadian touches to everything, and the Maple Crepes from breakfast were just one example.  I love hotels that are so memorable I will cherish the experience for years to come, do you have any stays that stick out as fond memories in your mind?

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