Traveling with your pets this holiday season? The good news: even with a U.S. government shutdown, key agencies like the USDA, CDC, and Customs remain operational—keeping pet travel moving. Experts at The ARK at JFK remind travelers that preparation is essential. Tools like the Digital Pet Passport by PadsPass help keep medical records and travel documents organized, ensuring a smoother, stress-free journey for you and your furry companion.

More pets are flying than ever before. Learn how airlines and digital tools like PadsPass are working together to ensure safe, comfortable air travel for furry passengers and their humans.

Rabies remains a deadly but preventable disease, claiming over 59,000 lives each year—mostly in low- and middle-income countries across Africa and Asia. Labeled a “disease of poverty,” rabies disproportionately affects rural communities with limited healthcare and vaccination access. Recognizing endemic regions is vital for resource allocation, traveler safety, disease surveillance, and reaching the 2030 global goal of zero dog-mediated human rabies deaths.

A digital pet passport securely stores your pet’s identity, health records, and vaccination history in one easy-to-share document, linked directly to their microchip. Just like a human digital passport, it streamlines travel, reduces paperwork, and ensures pets meet international health standards. With details on identification, owner info, treatments, vaccinations, and health certificates, it’s the future of safe, simple pet mobility.

Pet passports serve a vital role in global pet travel: they help prevent the spread of disease, ensure pets meet entry requirements, reduce or even eliminate quarantine, and simplify border crossings with standardized records. A typical passport includes your pet’s ID details, your contact info, vaccination history, and health certificates — everything needed to prove your furry friend is healthy and travel-ready.

Leaving a cat alone depends on age, health, and personality. Most adult cats shouldn’t be left alone for more than 24–48 hours. Cats with medical conditions, senior cats, and kittens need more frequent care. Daily check-ins help prevent issues like urinary blockages, loneliness, or stress. A trusted sitter should refresh food and water, clean litter, give meds, and provide social time. Always leave clear instructions, emergency contacts, and your cat’s favorite comforts.

Microchipping your pet is a safe, permanent form of ID that can’t fall off like collars or tags. It boosts the chances of reunion if your pet is lost, helps prove ownership, and is required for international travel. The quick procedure places a tiny chip under the skin with a unique ID number. Just remember—your info must stay updated for it to work! Microchipping offers peace of mind and is a key step in protecting your pet for life.

Flying with your pet doesn’t have to be stressful. With PadsPass, all of your pet’s medical records, vaccine history, and travel documents are stored securely in one place—ready whenever you need them. Our research-backed guidance helps you understand airline and country requirements, so you can plan ahead and avoid last-minute surprises. With a digital pet passport in hand, you and your furry friend can take off with confidence.

Traveling with pets isn’t always picture-perfect. On this National Dog Day, our CEO shares a true (and smelly!) story about flying with her pup Pads — and the key pet travel tips she learned along the way.

Microchipping is key to pet safety and travel, but it only works if it’s registered and up to date. PadsPass builds on this by linking your pet’s microchip to a secure digital profile with health records and travel requirements. Since most countries require microchips for pet entry, keeping info current is essential. Regularly checking your pet’s chip ensures a smoother, safer journey and peace of mind wherever you go.

When natural disasters strike, there’s no time to think—only time to act. After living through Hurricane María in Puerto Rico, I learned that every emergency plan must include our pets. In this article, I share what it really means to protect animals during chaos, plus practical tips to help pet parents prepare for hurricane season with confidence, clarity, and care. Because our pets are family and they rely on us to be ready.

Summer travel with pets can be a blast—but rising temps bring serious risks. Heat and dehydration can sneak up fast, especially in the car or during midday outings. Stay safe by traveling during cooler hours, packing water and cooling gear, and using tech to find pet-friendly, air-conditioned spots if needed. Never leave your pet in a parked car, and always keep hydration on paw. With a little prep, summer adventures can stay fun—and safe—for your furry copilot.

Traveling with pets isn’t just about finding a hotel that allows them—it’s about choosing one that welcomes them with open paws. At PadsPass™, we personally visit and evaluate pet-friendly properties to help our VIPP (Very Important Pet + Person) clients find the perfect stay. From luxury stays like the Fairmont Pacific Rim to cozy retreats like Four Seasons Resort Whistler, we ensure pets are guests too—because your pet deserves more than “pet-tolerant".

Wildfire season is here, and pet parents need to be ready. This article shares essential emergency preparedness tips to keep pets safe before, during, and after a wildfire. Learn how to build a pet-friendly go-bag, find backup accommodations, and use trusted apps to stay informed. Whether you're at home or traveling through fire-prone areas, we’ve got you covered. Plus, discover how the upcoming PadsPass app will simplify emergency travel with digital pet passports.

Veterinary poison information services are evolving, as highlighted at the BVALive Conference in Birmingham. From historical roots to the creation of the VPIS, the field faces ongoing challenges like limited support and inconsistent data. New technologies such as AI and global platforms like PadsPass offer promising solutions. Vets are encouraged to embrace collaboration, submit case data, and stay updated to improve toxicology practices and advance animal care worldwide.

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In the wake of the viral video on Instagram featuring Maple the golden retriever and the concerns raised around her travel experience with AeroMexico, questions about airline responsibilities and pet travel standards are surfacing once again. Our founder Lauren, who holds an IATA Live Animal Regulations (LAR) Certification, breaks down what every pet parent (and airline) should know when it comes to safely transporting animals by air.

PadsPass took flight at Aviation Festival Americas — and we didn’t just show up, we stood out! As the only pet travel startup in a sea of aviation tech, we turned heads (and wagged tails) with our playful, purpose-driven presence. From on-the-spot app demos to dog-loving industry pros, we discovered how powerful personality can be in a professional setting.

Discover 7 must-have pet-friendly camping products that make outdoor adventures safer and more enjoyable for your furry companions. From GPS trackers and cooling mats to slow feed bowls and biodegradable waste bags, these expert-recommended essentials enhance pet comfort, safety, and convenience on every camping trip. Perfect for pet parents who love the great outdoors and want to camp responsibly with their four-legged furiends.