We have decided to go to WDW the last week of June, when the kids get out of school but I am little worried about our SD. Our plan is to go to the parks at opening and leave when it gets too hot for swimming and then head back to the parks late afternoon.
Have any of you toured in the summer months with your SD? Any tips?
I have toured with Cash in all Disney seasons and always packed, as medically necessary Service dog equipment (as it doesn't count against your luggage allowance set by the airlines) the following items:
One dozen bottles of water to mix gradually with the local water to prevent canine stomach upset.
A bag of dog food. I tried cans once but Cash decided he preferred dry food while traveling (the tag fairy from the Disboards tagged my DIS i.d with the reminder NOT to forget the can opener, bless her heart).
Two foldable water dishes (they tend to get a little strange smelling if allowed to stay damp. I alternate them and launder frequently with a non-perfumed soap.
A foldable food dish. Sometimes you will be touring when the scheduled feeding time rolls around so you will want to take dog food dinner to the park just in case...lots of bottled water, too...Cash really reacted badly to the local water ... a Service Dog with a case of diarrhea is a terrible experience!
Some sort of first aid kit... wax or something for your dog's feet, benedryl, immodium or pepto bismol, as recommended by your vet.
A set of dog booties...MANDATORY for treading on acres of hot asphalt (a backup set would be prudent unless you want to keep your dog's feet in sight at all times, constantly counting 1,2,3,4, all there...
Take care of your dog's feet and tummy and it will be happier. If you use a dog harness take a repair kit. Pack a separate bag for your dog so all the dog stuff is together and pray the airlines don't lose that bag. Label it as medical supplies.Have a great trip!