Is it safe to travel with my blind dog learning a new environment?

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My dog is very close to being totally blind. He is just learning how to get around the house inside and out. He seems depressed and he is diabetic. I planned a trip to a cottage, with him going too. Is it too stressful to take him somewhere strange when he is just learning to deal with blindness? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 4 years and 9 months old | 120 lbs

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for your post! I don't think it is too stressful for Lucas to travel somewhere new. However, that being said, if he goes to a new environment I would take special consideration with what hazards are lying around that he is not used to. These hazards could pose a risk for him running into or bumping his eyes or nose into causing trauma. It is a little bit like baby proofing a house, you have to cover dangerous areas and remove objects that could potentially cause him harm. I hope this helps. Feel free to contact me with any further questions or concerns that you may have.

Is it safe to travel with my blind dog learning a new environment?

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