Hiking and Camping with your Dog Tips from Pet Safety Lady

Pet Safety Lady founder of Bark Buckle UP LIVE on Fox & Friends with tips for camping, hiking even RVing with your dog and some great pet products to take along.

Its Summer Vacation time so get out doors with your pets take em along exercise get healthy and be safe this summer!

Camping, hiking active outdoor pet tips from Christina Selter "Pet Safety Lady" Top Five Tips from PSL:
Check first to make sure your campsite allows pets
Pack gear (boots, backpack, sunscreen, food, fresh water)
Beware of insect bites (fleas, ticks, bees, wasps, mosquitos)
Fresh food Hydration
Extremely hot days and refrain from physical activity also leave your dog unattended in direct sunlight or in a closed vehicle

LIVE from NY, Pet Safety Lady Founder of Bark Buckle UP on Fox and Friends


LIVE from NY, Pet Safety Lady Founder of Bark Buckle UP on Fox and Friends After the Show Show

60,000 Children and their Families attend Pet Safety Ladies Class

The numbers are in from June, July 2010 and WOW we thought Pet Safety Lady buckling up more then 10,000 pets was HUGE her Pet Safety Class was attended by more then 60,000 children and their families.

Here is a video of some of the safety tips and lessons they learned. "People got to learn camping, hiking, cars, RVing, boating all the family fun and how include the pets with Safety First," said Christina Selter Pet Safety Lady.

For more pet safety tips and booking Pet Safety Lady visit her site or email Christina@petsafetylady.com



About: Bark Buckle UP® founder Christina Selter “Pet Safety Lady” works with first responders nationwide teaching pet safety and has buckled UP more then 10,000 pets. Education is the first step to show that pet safety is connected to human safety, which helps to save lives. Christina has been featured in more then 1200 TV, radio, segments including print and online takes it over tens of thousands, Bark Buckle UP received more then 100 MILLION in circulations/impressions in 2008 and she has directed, produced several pet safety PSA’s and created Be Smart Ride Safe-take the pledge Buckle Up the whole family.

Pet Vehicle Barriers Don't Be a FOOL

Pet vehicle barriers Don't Be a FOOL to what barriers are actually safe and work. These are placed between the front and back seats and are supposed to prevent the dog from jumping back and forth causing a disturbance between the pet parent and their dog. But these are also supposed to keep the pet and human occupants safe during an accident.

So lets not be FOOLED a barrier like a pair of pants are not one size fits all. My grandmother would always say her elastic waist pants fit everyone, are you kidding skin tight poly pants do not fit everyone just like vehicle barriers.

First don't buy an after market barrier tip #1 they are not made to fit any and all vehicles, plus most have NEVER been crash tested.

Tip #2 no Velcro, straps, suction cups as these are not SAFE even in a low speed accident or stop. We are talking crash-test failures.

Tip #3 Installed by automotive dealer or service shop is a must and that product needs to be made by that manufacturer for that vehicle for that year vehicle.

Tip #4 secured into the vehicle not hooked to a headrest.

Tip #5 the 1/2 barriers that got between the two front bucket seats, are you kidding what would that stop--- NOTHING

So if you follow these simple five tips for pet vehicle barriers you won't be fooled into buying a product that can kill or injure you, your passengers like children or your pets.

The photos shows an actual pet vehicle barrier that has been crash tested properly and passed, plus is secured into the vehicle, made by the automotive manufacturer for that vehicle and fits that vehicle plus is a automotive dealer installed safety accessory.
Photo is the 2009 Volvo XC90 pet barrier made by Volvo for that specific vehicle and is crash tested. Also in the photo is IL Sheriff and Marshall the bomb sniffing dog. This product has received the Bark Buckle UP Safety Seal tested by the REAL pet travel safety experts.


About: Bark Buckle UP® founder Christina Selter “Pet Safety Lady” works with first responders nationwide teaching pet safety and has buckled UP more then 10,000 pets. Education is the first step to show that pet safety is connected to human safety, which helps to save lives. Christina has been featured in more then 1200 TV, radio, segments including print and online takes it over tens of thousands, Bark Buckle UP received more then 100 MILLION in circulations/impressions in 2008 and she has directed, produced several pet safety PSA’s and created Be Smart Ride Safe-take the pledge Buckle Up the whole family.

Pet Safety Lady TIPS for Pets on 4th of July

More dogs go missing on July 4 than any other day of the year. The reason is loud and clear they HATE fireworks and more than 7 million pet owners will seek tranquilizers or other help from veterinarians for their traumatized dogs.

By following these simple TOP FIVE TIPS to insure your 4th of July and your pets will love you for it.

An up-to-date tag greatly increases the chance of a lost pet being returned make sure that your pet always wears identification

Never leave pets or children in cars unattended. On a sunny day, the temperature inside a car can skyrocket to 140 degrees in 30 minutes

Make the grill off limits so keep an eye on pets during parties and BBQs as scraps can make them sick and make sure to have fresh clean water easily accessible for them.

Do not bring your dog to the Fireworks displays they can be disorienting and frightening to pets.

Leave your pet at home and secure the party perimeter by keeping doors closed so there's no escape route. If possible, close all the windows, too, and cover them so your pet is insulated thus creating a home sanctuary. You can play soothing music or turn on the television

TOP 10 Pet Travel TIPS

Top Ten Tips for Traveling with your Pet

Christina Selter “Pet Safety Lady”, like millions of Americans, loves pets. Known throughout the country as the Pet Safety Lady, Selter is the founder of Bark Buckle UP®, an organization dedicated to pet travel safety awareness. On her website barkbuckleup.com Selter advises, “Be Bmart Ride Safe® in your car, boat or RV. From point A to point B, get there safe and enjoy the ride.”Here are Selter’s top ten tips for traveling with your pet:

Before leaving the house, make sure you’ve packed the ten essentials for pet travel:
1. Pet food
2. Clean water
3. Pet medicine
4. Tags with current information
5. Leash
6. Bedding
7. First aid kit
8. Pets shots record and photo
9. Travel bowls
10. Poop bags

Never leave your pet in a vehicle unattended; it’s easy for the temperature inside a car to rise to more than 100 degrees within just a few minutes.

Make sure your pets are road-trip ready with the proper pet travel gear, such as crates and travel harnesses.

If you’re flying with your pet, plan ahead. Most airlines only allow a certain number of pets per flight. Also keep in mind the airlines often charge extra fees and impose size restrictions and specific carrier requirements for animals.

During the summer months, pavement, rocks, and sand can become too hot to handle. Keep a few sets of disposable booties on hand to protect DUKE's feet from frying.

Does your dog enjoy going for a swim? What dog doesn’t? Make sure to put a life vest on DUKE before he goes bounding into the water.

Put a life vest on DUKE even if he’s just surf-watching inside a boat.

Does the hotel where you’re headed allow pets? Make sure it does before booking the room.

When packing for your room in the pet-friendly hotel, make sure you bring along a sign to place on your door that warns “Pets Inside!” This way, the hotel cleaning person will know to watch for animals before entering the room.

Have a great trip! Check back with us for more pet safety tips.

Pet Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation

Have your pet pack ready!

First things first, to prepare for an emergency start with a plan... not just for how to leave, but what you will need to have with you to keep your pet safe, warm, fed, healthy and as calm as possible.

The PETS Act of 2006 (Pet Evacuation & Transportation Standards Act) requires local and state emergency preparedness authorities to include in their evacuation plans how they will accommodate household pets and service animals in the event of a major disaster of evacuation. However, it is up to YOU to be prepared, and by planning ahead you ensure your pets' safety and health.

Keep all of your emergency items in a small carrier or duffle bag near your crate or travel safety gear for easy access. In an emergency, you can then simply grab your Pet Pack and go! And always remember, if you evacuate your home, DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS BEHIND!

If you are at work when the evacuation occurs, have your neighbor's contact information on you (make sure they are up for the task ahead of time) so you can send them in to retrieve your pet and emergency Pet Pack. They will need to be able to access your home (maybe make a set of keys for them) or permission to remove a window. Your Pet Pack should be easily accessible and this person should know your pet, as he or she may become scared if a stranger comes into your home. Have all of this in writing for them and each of you keep a copy.

Now for the pre-planning stages, get started with getting things out that you would need to pack:

➤Extra leash and collar or harness with current ID tag

➤Bedding (this can be as simple as an old towel or sheet)

➤Food for minimum of three days in ziplock bags, snacks (if canned food keep an opener in your pack) and be sure to mark the expirations dates with permanent ink

➤Medicines if applicable (mark expirations dates with permanent ink)

➤First aid kit (or make your own)

➤Disposable waste baggies

➤Clean fresh water (keep track of expiration dates)

➤Travel bowls (2)

➤Current ID tag/Chip (must keep updated when you move or change phone numbers)

➤Copy of your pet's medical & vaccination records (keep in zip lock bag)

➤Toy or chew products to help them stay calmer and preoccupied

➤Pet Safety Kit with your pets photo from Bark Buckle UP

➤Pet's insurance policy keep policy (keep copy with your medical records)

➤Make sure to check for and replace expired products on a regular basis

➤Mark your carrier with you and your pet's information with permanent ink

➤In flood areas, have a PFD (pet flotation devise - doggie life vest)

➤In fire area, have an extra towel that you can get wet and put over your crate to help with bad air or smoke

➤Towels or paper towels for quick clean ups

➤List of family or friends where you can go to stay, including phone numbers, addresses and a list of pet friendly hotels or pet boarding facilities out of your area

➤List of friends or family who are allowed to remove your pet or pick your pet up if you are unable to and supply to the facility with phone numbers and your signature

DO NOT WAIT UNTIL DISASTER STRIKES TO BE PREPARED.


Battalion Chief of Santa Monica Carl Bjerke with Christina Selter Pet Safety Expert Bark Buckle UP, Betty & Princess

10,000 Pet Safety Kits in first 36 hours

Like millions of other pets and peoples, I'll be hitting the road this weekend for some summer fun. With summer now in full swing, it's good time for a little reminder about properly restraining your pooches when traveling. Because as much as we don't like to think about it, accidents can happen.

Bark Buckle UP has teamed up with first responders nationwide to launch the FREE Bark Buckle UP First Responder Approved Pet Safety Kit, created to protect both pets and rescuers in the event of an accident.

According to national statistics, 63% of U.S. households, or 71.1 million homes, have a pet. With summer travel well underway, millions of those pet owners will go on vacation - bringing along their furry members of the family. Since 2005, the number of pets traveling in vehicles has reached an all-time high - having increased by approximately 300%. As most animals travel unrestrained, the corresponding risk to vehicle occupants, pets and first responders called to an accident site is of growing concern. (some statistics from APPMA, some from Bark Buckle UP)

“When responding to a collision, our primary concern is coordinating the required medical needs of any of the injured victims and traffic control,” said California Highway Patrol Commissioner, Joe Farrow. “Any delays in the caring of victims because of the need to deal with a frightened or injured animal can and should be avoided.”

The FREE Bark Buckle UP First Responder Approved Pet Safety Kit includes a customized pet identification card and first responder vehicle decal. The decal is affixed on the driver side window (by the lock) on your car, truck, RV, boat and/or motorcycle - indicating that there may be an injured or scared family pet inside. In the event of an emergency, first responders will identify the decal alerting them to the pet identification card located in the glove box, allowing them to call your emergency contacts to come get your pet and informing them you have been in an accident.

For more information, or to receive the FREE Bark Buckle UP First Responder Approved Pet Safety Kit including first responder decal, visit www.barkbuckleup.com.

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Dog Snuggie's

Snuggie they did it finally a blanket for DOGS that has arm hole or did they say paw holes.
SCORE: Four Paws UP from Bark Buckle UP
With it's slick design it is sure to make pets happy and warm.
The Snuggie™ DOG Blanket keeps them totally warm and gives them the freedom to use their paws Walking, potty breaks or playing in total warmth and comfort!
The Snuggie™ DOG Blanket is made with super soft, thick, luxurious fleece with roomy, sleeves that let them do what you want while still being totally wrapped in warmth.
Some of the key features are:
Warm, ultra soft fleece for indoor/outdoor use
Perfect for every dog adjustable Velcro tabs for a perfect fit
Sizes range from extra small, large available
Washable
Here are some helpful order instructions from Snuggie for dogs:
You can select additional buy 1 get 1 free sets of 2 in other colors & sizes after your initial selection. All buy 1 get 1 free sets are in the same color & sizes - no substitution of colors may be used. Offer Details: For only $14.95 plus $7.95 P&H you’ll receive a Snuggie™ For Dogs blanket in blue or pink. It also comes in 4 sizes: extra small, small, medium and large. Plus we’ll also send you the Recordable Dog Tag absolutely FREE! And as a special bonus, we’ll send you a second Snuggie™ For Dogs blanket in the same color and size, along with an additional Recordable Dog Tag for FREE, just pay $7.95 P&H. If you're unsatisfied, for any reason, simply return your package within 30 days for a full product refund!

Unavoidable accidents: would your pet survive?

National safety statistics indicate the number of pets traveling in vehicles continues to grow—and so do the number of pet fatalities. I'll bet dog bones to dollars that 99.9 percent of pets travel improperly restrained.

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As quoted by a representative from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “wearing a seat belt costs you nothing but to not wear one certainly will.”

Sacramento area Veterinarian, Dr. Tom Kendall Director of American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) stated that “as Veterinarians we see, first hand, the tragedy of improper restraint of animals that travel and look forward to continuing to educate pet owners on the importance safe travel for their beloved pets." (Dr Kendall and Sherry the dog wearing the Ruff Rider Travel Harness featured in this photo with the Commissioner of CHP Joe Farrow).

The following life changing survival stories of Unavoidable Accident are a true testament of Why Buckle?

California
I was taking Cody, our large collie, to the veterinarian when a knucklehead pulled right out in front of my car from a driveway. I was only going about 25 mph, but Cody fell forward in the back of my Expedition (seats down, limo style). It wasn't until I got to the vet that I realized he had caught his paw during the "flight" and ripped a nail out of the nail bed. Blood was all over the back of the car. I am getting him a buckle as he LOVES his car rides and I don't want him to be hurt ever again!

Washington
I was traveling at 40 mph when the other driver ran a stop sign. I broadsided him before I could hit the brakes. The car (a 1999 Honda CRV) was totaled. My wife spent 4 days in hospital and I spent 2. I was off of work for a month. The other driver had to be removed with the "jaws of life". When the fireman heard that there was a dog in the car he immediately asked for "the kit"; however, since our dog was buckled in he was unhurt and didn't need to be put down. In fact he didn't require any veterinarian care at all.

Massachusetts
I started using a vest type dog restraint years ago after an incident where my 15 lb. Norfolk Terrier was jumping from the front to the back seat of the car while I was going through the car wash. She was making a game of trying to catch the car wash brushes that she could see through the moon-roof. Her leash tangled around the headrest and I was unable to reach it to untangle her without walking around to the other side of the car. She almost strangled herself. From that day on she wore a restraint and I felt much safer. I was in an accident a couple of years later and even though I was injured, she was fine.

Texas
We have always used a seatbelt restraint that connects to the existing seat belt system of our truck for our miniature golden retriever whether we are traveling in town or on the highway. We got into a situation in one of the state parks where we had to "jump" two "ditches" in order to get our truck and trailer out of the site the campground had put us in. The roads leading out of each campsite were too narrow for a truck and trailer (or large RV) to turn the corners of the roads in and out of the park. (There was one way in and another way out - in was ok, but out was not.) Brandie was buckled up when we were attempting to get out of the site. If she had not been restrained she would probably not be with us today and may also have caused much harm to my husband who was driving. We escaped with only a blown out trailer tire and torn up steps and back corner of the trailer. God was truly watching over us that day. I believe that all children and pets need to be restrained for their safety as well as the safety of all the occupants of the vehicle. Thank you for what you do to make this safety issue known to the public.

Ohio
I used to let my then-kitten Bouncer run free in my car. My husband and I were in a very bad car accident and if Bouncer had been w/us at the time, he would've been thrown from the car. That served as a wake-up all. Since that day when I travel with my cats, they each have their own carrier. I use the plastic hard carriers, not the soft squishy style. They always ride in the back seat (away from airbags) and I use the safety belt to secure their crates.

Pennsylvania
My husband and I do a fair amount of traveling in the car with our 2-year old Boxer dog, Kiara. We made the decision about a year ago to purchase a pet restraint and we had been using it consistently since then. In August of 2007, we were traveling home with Kiara from my in-laws' vacation house when we struck a deer (6-point buck) head-on. [It was a totally unavoidable accident - very sad for the deer] Kiara was strapped into her "seatbelt" and she stayed put in the back seat. There was $8000 in damage to our SUV. No damage to any of us because we were wearing our seatbelts!! Please, please buckle up your pets!

Montana
One day I got stopped by the police I am originally from Canada and have been using a seat belt harness for 5 years now. One day, I got stopped by the police speeding 10 kms over the speed limit. When the police officer came to the vehicle and wrote the ticket, he asked why my dog wasn't jumping at the window. I told him that "she" was in a harness and attached to the seatbelt. I had to get out of my vehicle to show the officer how it all worked, as the officer had never heard of a seatbelt system for dogs. Unfortunately, he still gave me the speeding ticket!!!

To share your travel safety stories with us visit www.barkbuckleup.com and go to the contact page.

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More then 100 dogs test drive GMC Acadia Pet Safe Vehicle of Choice Winner

As most of you know Bark Buckle UP and the pet safety days tour last weekend more then 100 dogs test drive GMC Acadia Pet Safe Vehicle of Choice Winner.

Everyone loved the Acadia and Marvin K Brown, three Acadia's were none stop for more then 3 hours for all dogs and their families. Even a lottery winner came down to buy the Acadia after seeing Christina Selter the official Pet Safety Expert on KUSI.
KSON mascot was there to check it out and won a Pet Buckle Harness along with over 175 dogs and their families stopped by to check it out.
A big thank you went out for all paws up to:
Dogswell
PetBuckle tethers
SleepyPod
Wellness
Roadie Ruff Rider
Bamboo travel bowls, quick connects
Pet People retail store
K9 Canvas from Evolve Digital
Pug Rescue/Adoptions
PawYard Photo Booth
Union Tribune Mark Maynard
GM Blogger
Pet Topia TV
KUSI Dave Stall
NBC
KSON Toni
Bark Buckle UP Volunteers and the hard working Marvin K Brown team!

Pet Travel Safety Gear Testing & Review Bark Buckle UP

Bark Buckle UP is always looking for new and exciting pet safety related products and services. Pet safety products can be submitted to Bark Buckle UP for review. Simply mail in your product to the the following mailing address.

Products are reviewed on, safety function, durability, quality, engineering, general functionality, ease of use, overall product design, and packaging.

Bark Buckle UP
ATTN: Product Review Committee
555 El Camino Real
#A408
San Clemente, Ca 92672

Pet Buckle Travel Harness gets Four Paws Up from Bark Buckle UP

The PetBuckle Seat Belt Harness provides protection for a dog in a standard vehicle by using the vehicle’s seat belt or latch bar system to safely secure a harnessed dog. Just slip the seat belt through the web loop on the harness and buckle up. The harness is also designed for use with the PetBuckle Kwik-Connect Tether.

1. EASY TO USE
One of the easiest harnesses to put on, adjust, and remove.

2. DURABLE DESIGN
Features automotive quality buckles, latches and adjusters.

3. COMFORTABLE FOR DOGS
Will not choke or cinch the dog's abdomen area.

Product Sizing :There are two ways to size the harnesses to your dog: weight-based sizing and chest circumference sizing.

Weight-Based Sizing: Pet owners can choose one of two harnesses, based on the weight of their dog. Two harnesses support dogs of all sizes. *

Chest Circumference Sizing: To properly size the PetBuckle Seat Belt Harness using chest circumference sizing, measure the dog’s chest around the area behind the dog’s front legs. Match the dog’s size to the measurement chart below.

Pet Accident Coverage from PetFirst Healthcare

PetFirst Healthcare Pet Accident Coverage from PetFirst Healthcare

http://www.petfirsthealthcare.com/travel/landing.asp

Are you prepared when an unexpected accident happens to your dog or cat? With PetFirst Healthcare, you can be reimbursed for 100% of veterinary expenses after a $50 per incident deductible – even while traveling away from home. It’s that simple!

Enroll today and start enjoying these great benefits tomorrow!
• Up to $3,000 of accident coverage
• 100% reimbursement after a $50 deductible
• Reimbursement in as little as two weeks
• Use any veterinarian
• No age restrictions

What is accident coverage from PetFirst Healthcare?
This plan from PetFirst Healthcare protects dog and cat owners from the expense of veterinary treatment for unexpected accidents or injuries. PetFirst’s coverage is simple and easy to use providing quick reimbursement for covered expenses.

Why do I need accident coverage?
With PetFirst, there is no need to worry about unexpected veterinary expenses for accidents and injuries. Whether an appointment with your usual veterinarian or a late night visit to the emergency clinic, you can give your pet the best care available while controlling the costs.

What does accident coverage cover?
Unexpected accidents and injuries are covered with this plan. From a motor vehicle accident to a foreign body ingestion, you can be reimbursed for 100% of the
treatment costs after a $50 per incident deductible. Treatment for illnesses are not covered by this plan.

Reimbursement is Quick and Easy!
accident coverage from PetFirst Healthcare helps you pay for your pet’s accident treatment costs. Here is how it works:
1. Visit any licensed veterinarian.
2. Pay your veterinarian.
3. Send the completed claim form to PetFirst.
4. Meet the $50 per incident deductible.
5. Receive your reimbursement check in as quick as two weeks.

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Pet Safety on Thanksgiving

Helpful Thanksgiving Tips from Bark Buckle UP for your Pet’s Safety
Holiday Pet Safety Tips

Table scraps too many not good may cause tummy ache, little nibblet of turkey is ok

Dogs can choke on bones, which splinter easily

Some herbs can make dogs sick: sage contains essential oils and resins that can cause pets to suffer tummy upset and possible depression of the central nervous system

Undercooked or raw turkey may contain salmonella bacteria

Some fruits are also not good for dogs grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure

Other poisonous items for your family pets are garlic, onions or chocolate, as well as the sweetners with xylitol, which could lead to a sudden drop in blood sugar, causing seizures and even liver failure in some cases

Of course going to visit grandma on Thanksgiving Day you need to travel safe with your family pets. So Be Smart Ride Safe for the whole family

2005, 2006 & 2007 Bark Buckle UP Blog Archive

for a copy of a blog posted in 2005 or 2006 please email us at bark@barkbuckleup.com

Bark Buckle UP the official pet travel safety program is here to help. Free Pet Safety Kits to the public nationwide. Email us for a location near you today.

The Bark Buckle UP Team