{"id":564,"date":"2025-05-31T20:40:09","date_gmt":"2025-05-31T20:40:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/?p=564"},"modified":"2025-05-31T22:45:02","modified_gmt":"2025-05-31T22:45:02","slug":"june-2025-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/june-2025-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"June 2025 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Best Staycation for Your Pet is at Second Home<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>
\nOnce again, it\u2019s time for that long-awaited vacation. While one far away from home to someplace abroad or to an exotic place sounds wonderful, sometimes it\u2019s not practical due to work schedules, responsibilities at home, or because it\u2019s not affordable.<\/p>\n

Enter the staycation. \u201cMany travelers are now turning to \u2018staycations,\u2019 or vacations where you stay at home or nearby, to rest and recharge,\u201d according to the article \u201c9 Reasons a Staycation Just Might Be the New Vacation\u201d at AAA.com. \u201cA shorter trip closer to home \u2014 or even a staycation in your own backyard \u2014 offers many of the same mental and physical benefits as a traditional vacation, but with less stress and a lower price tag.\u201d<\/p>\n

While you\u2019re planning your local staycation, let your pet enjoy a staycation at Second Home Pet Resort. Arizona\u2019s only all-suite mountainside resort is the perfect place for your pet to enjoy a wonderful staycation day or an overnight stay.<\/p>\n

While you\u2019re out for a staycation day, bring your dog into Second Home for her own staycation. Try a swim and spa day, perfect for the canine who loves the water. After you and your dog are greeted by our attentive staff, your dog will be whisked off for some fun swimming and splashing during a water park play session. Your dog will be fully supervised while engaged in fun splash and play activities.<\/p>\n

Then your dog will be off for the spa portion of the staycation. This is where the pampering happens. Your dog can have a full-service groom, including bath, blow dry, nail trimming\/filing, ear cleaning\/hair removal, and a full body trim.<\/p>\n

By the end of the day\u2019s staycation, your dog will have had tons of fun and will look and smell great. She will probably be ready for a nap.<\/p>\n

Best Travel Tips for Long Car Rides with Your Dog<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>
\nNot all long car rides are created equal, especially if you are planning to travel with your dog. There are many things to take into consideration.<\/p>\n

If your dog is new to car rides, start by taking some short trips before the long haul. \u201cGet your pet geared up by taking them on a series of short drives first, gradually lengthening time spent in the car,\u201d according to the article, \u201cTravel Safety Tips\u201d at ASPCA.org. Be prepared if you are heading across state lines and bring your dog\u2019s rabies vaccination record. Call your vet to find out if your pet will need a health certificate.<\/p>\n

It’s also important to ensure your pet is safe in the car. The safest way for your pet to travel is in a crate. \u201cIt should be large enough for your pet to stand, sit, lie down and turn around in,\u201d the ASPCA article said. \u201cSecure the crate so it will not slide or shift in the event of an abrupt stop.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to the article, \u201cThe Ultimate Guide to Taking a Road Trip With Your Dog\u201d at Vetstreet.com, essential items to bring include:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tFood, medication, and supplements. Take about an extra week\u2019s worth in case of delays.
\n\u2022\tEnsure your dog is microchipped and that he\u2019s wearing an ID tag with your contact information.
\n\u2022\tFirst aid kit for your dog
\n\u2022\tLots of water
\n\u2022\tFood and water bowls
\n\u2022\tDog bed
\n\u2022\tPoop bags
\n\u2022\tTowels
\n\u2022\tLeash<\/p>\n

Never leave your dog (or cat) alone in the car. \u201cTemperatures inside vehicles can rise almost 20 degrees within the first 10 minutes, even with the windows cracked open,\u201d the Vetstreet article said.<\/p>\n

Take lots of breaks along the way and keep your dog on a leash. Follow the guidelines and you and your dog can have an amazing and fun journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Best Staycation for Your Pet is at Second Home Once again, it\u2019s time for that long-awaited vacation. While one far away from home to someplace abroad or to an exotic place sounds wonderful, sometimes it\u2019s not practical due to work schedules, responsibilities at home, or because it\u2019s not affordable. Enter the staycation. \u201cMany travelers… Read more »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=564"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":566,"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564\/revisions\/566"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=564"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=564"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=564"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}