Jessica Ennis, DVM, CVA
Section Head and Clinical Assistant Professor, Primary Care, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, Rowan University · Harrison Township, NJ
Primary care veterinarian with more than a decade of Greater Philadelphia practice experience. Her focus includes preventive medicine, behavioral health, low-stress handling, and client partnership.
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380 guides by Jessica
- 7 Steps to Make a Dog Travel Routine Feel Like Home
- How to Plan a Scenic Drive With Your Dog
- 7 Ways to Protect a Hotel Bed From Muddy Paws
- Should You Bring Your Dog to a Street Festival?
- How Do You Fit a Seat Cover for Dog Travel?
- Dogs Should Not Stay Crated All Day When Traveling
- Is It Safe for Dogs to Fly in Cargo: Risks?
- Pet Import Regulations Vary by Country So Start Early
- How to Check Taxi and Rideshare Dog Policies
- 7 Ways to Fit a Dog Travel Bowl in Cup Holders
- 5 Boat Spots Where Dogs Stay Safer Aboard
- 7 Steps to Clean a Dog Travel Crate Between Trips
- How Should You Introduce a Dog to a Temporary Yard?
- How to Fit a Dog Crate Safely in a Packed Car?
- How to Read Hotel Dog Fee and Deposit Rules
- A Dog-Friendly Tent Sleeping Area That Holds Up
- Airport Pet Relief Areas Work Best With Advance Planning
- Is a Collapsible Dog Kennel Right for Travel?
- Where Can You Find Dog Friendly Restaurants?
- How Do You Avoid Pet Fees at Hotels the Honest Way?
- How Can You Keep Your Dog Cool While Camping?
- 6 Ways to Prepare Your Dog for a Cargo Flight
- 5 Pet Sitting Rules That Keep Home Dogs Calm
- What If Your Dog Needs to Pee on a Flight?
- Mexico Street Dogs: Are They Truly Dangerous?
- Pet-Friendly Airlines: How Policies Actually Compare
- 30 lb Dog in Cabin Usually Will Not Qualify
- Only When It's Cool and Safe: Can Dogs Sleep in Cars?
- Call Emergency Services First for Dogs Left in Cars
- Dogs in Pickup Trucks Ride Safest Inside the Cab
- Extra Large Dog Kennels Rarely Fit Most Cars
- Leaving Your Dog in the Car Is Risky on Mild Days
- Crash-Tested Harness vs Tether: Best Dog Seat Belt
- Dog Shaking in the Car Is a Message Worth Reading
- Dogs Car Sickness: Calmer Rides Through Conditioning
- How Can You Fly With a Dog in the Cabin?
- Flying Internationally With a Dog Starts With Entry Rules
- How to Travel With a Dog by Plane Safely?
- Large Dog Crates for Cars Should Fit Snug and Secure
- 5 Reasons Sedating a Dog for Travel Backfires
- 5 Reasons Impact Dog Crates Fail Airline Approval
- Dogs Are Allowed on Many Ferries With Limits
- 7 Best Dog Leashes and Harnesses for Travel
- Crate Covers Calm Some Dogs, Not Separation Anxiety
- Hard-Bottom Dog Back Seat Covers Support Heavy Dogs
- Dog Won't Pee on Road Trips: Quiet Routine Fixes It
- 7 Steps to Book a Flight With Your Dog Safely
- How to Find Dog-Friendly Hotels Before You Book?
- How to Stretch Dog Supplies for One More Night?
- How Do You Pack Separately for Two Dogs?
- How to Plan a Dog-Friendly Stop Near a Museum?
- How to Road Trip With a Puppy and an Adult Dog
- Prepare Your Dog to Sleep Safely Near a Tent
- How Can You Help a Dog Adjust to Time Zones?
- Should Your Dog Get the Parvo Vaccine Before Travel?
- Bordetella Vaccine for Dogs: What Travelers Should Know
- How to Choose the Best Outdoor Dog Kennel
- Dog Car Sickness: Why Gradual Training Works Best
- How to Check Your Dog for Ticks After Travel?
- Which Hotel Room Location Calms a Noise-Sensitive Dog?
- Dog Car Barriers vs Travel Crates: How to Compare
- 7 Steps to Dog-Proof a Vacation Rental Quickly
- Should You Fly With a Senior Dog in the U.S.?
- How to Keep a Dog Happy During Long Drives?
- How to Buckle Your Dog Safely in the Back Seat
- How Do You Check Pet Cabin Rules Before Flying?
- Keep a Dog's Camping Bedding Dry Through Wet Nights
- 5 Ways to Keep Dog ID Tags Readable While Traveling
- Organize Dog Supplies in a Small Rental Car Easily
- Replanning a Return Trip After Dog Gear Gets Lost
- How to Secure a Dog Carrier in a Taxi Safely
- How to Update Your Dog's Microchip Before Travel?
- DIA Pet Relief Areas: Planning Calm Dog Breaks
- Dog Rules at Roadside Attractions: How to Check First
- How to Clean Muddy Dog Gear After Camping Trips
- How to Pack a Dog Mat for Outdoor Cafes?
- How to Plan Dog Toilet Breaks on a Boat Trip
- How Should You Prep Your Dog for a Home Swap?
- Prepare a Dog Backup Contact Card Before You Travel
- How to Protect Rental Car Seats From Dog Hair?
- Yes, Hard Back Seat Covers Suit Dogs If Anchored
- How Your Dog Carrier Should Fit Before a Flight
- 7 Realities of Flying With a Large Senior Dog
- Keeping Your Dog Calm and Safe at Rest Areas
- How to Do a Beach Day Without Leaving Your Dog in the Car?
- Large Dog Kennel Sizing That Keeps Big Dogs Safe
- Mexico Street Dogs: What Should Travelers Do?
- Can an Outdoor Kennel Cover Protect Dogs in Winter?
- How to Book a Pet Relief Stop Between Flights
- 7 Steps to Check a Rural Rental for Loose Livestock
- Can Your Dog Use That Rental Fence Safely?
- Inspect a Rental Car Before Loading Your Dog
- 7 Steps to Measure a Dog Carrier for Airline Cabins
- How to Pack a Dog Kit for a Rainy Weekend
- Plan a Low-Stress Station Elevator Route for Your Dog
- How to Store Dog Food Safely at a Campsite?
- Dog Kennel Cover Ideas: Travel Calm Without Overheating
- How Can You Board a Bus With a Dog and Luggage?
- How to Check Local Leash Laws Before You Travel
- How to Travel With a Large Dog on a Budget
- 5 Medium Dog Crate Tips for Easier Travel
- What Is a Good Small Travel Kennel for Dogs?
- 5 Rules for Airlines That Allow Large Dogs in Cabin
- Dog Car Sickness Symptoms: Early Signs to Catch
- Can You Get Rabies From a Vaccinated Pet Dog?
- How to Find Off-Leash Areas While Traveling?
- How to Pack Layers for a Dog Trip in Cool Weather?
- Plan Dog Rest Stops on Toll Roads Without Stress
- 5 Safer Ways to Restrain Your Dog in the Car
- 7 Rules to Keep Your Dog Safe Around Campfires
- Back Seat Covers for Dogs Protect Seats, Not Lives
- Dog Crate Covers Work Only When the Crate Feels Safe
- Is a Dog Seat Belt Safe in a Real Crash?
- 5 Ways to Air Out Dog Travel Bedding Between Hotels
- 7 Checks for a Car Harness Clip Before You Drive
- 7 Ways to Choose Rest Stops With Two Dogs
- Which Portable Dog Kennel Keeps Travel Safe?
- 5 Spots to Find Luxury Dog Tags That Travel Well
- How to Choose Mountain Rest Areas for Dogs
- How to Feed a Dog Well on Long Travel Days
- How to Choose Dog Boarding When Your Dog Can't Travel
- 7 Ways to Compare Soft and Rigid Dog Carriers
- 5 Ways to Handle Potty Breaks in Unfamiliar Places
- How Can You Keep a Dog Out of Luggage at Check-In?
- 7 Steps to Pack Dog Food for Extended Trips
- 5 Steps to Read Ferry Dog Kennel and Cabin Rules
- 7 Steps to Set a Quiet Dog Space in a Busy Home
- How to Travel Safely With a Puppy Not Fully Vaccinated?
- How to Check Dog Rules for Connecting Flights?
- How to Check Beach Dog Hours Before You Go?
- 5 Steps to Choose a Dog Carrier for Transit
- 7 Steps to Get Your Dog Used to a Travel Crate
- How Do You Keep a Dog's Travel Water From Freezing?
- 6 Essentials to Pack for a Dog's First Bus Ride
- 7 Ways to Plan Exercise Around Dog Travel Days
- How to Separate Dog Feeding Areas in a Small Rental?
- How to Ask Hotels About Pet Fees and Weight Limits?
- Where Should You Tether Your Dog at a Campsite?
- How to Track Dog Travel Costs Before You Book?
- How Do You Unload a Dog Without Losing the Leash?
- How to Organize Dog Waste Gear for Multi-Day Trips?
- How Should You Pack Shade for a Dog Beach Day?
- 7 Ways to Store Dog Documents for Offline Travel
- How to Travel With Two Dogs in One Vehicle?
- How Do You Choose a Travel Sitter for Your Dog?
- Where Can You Find a Quiet Dog Walk Near a Hotel?
- 5 Steps to Fit a Dog Life Jacket for Lake Trips
- How to Make a Dog ID Tag for Temporary Travel?
- How to Plan a Snowy Lodge Walk With Your Dog?
- 5 Ways to Protect Dog Paws on Cold Trips
- 7 Steps to Read Train Dog Muzzle Rules Clearly
- How to Teach Your Dog to Wait at the Car Door?
- How to Create a Quiet Space for a Dog in a Rental Home
- How to Find a Dog-Friendly Extended-Stay Hotel That Won't Surprise You at Checkout
- 7 Steps to Hike a New Trail Safely With Your Dog
- How to Pack for a Dog's First Vacation Rental Stay
- How to Reduce Car Sickness in a Dog Naturally
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Lake Swimming Day Trip
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Long Overnight Drive
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Long Weekend in the Countryside
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Multi-Stop Road Trip
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Summer Road Trip
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Trip to the Snow
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Van Life Weekend
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Weekend in a Big City
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Wildlife Park Visit
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for an Island Holiday
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for an Overnight Motel Stop
- How Often Should You Stop on a Road Trip With a Dog?
- How to Build a Travel Checklist for Dog Documents That Actually Holds Up
- How to Choose a Dog Backpack for Travelling With a Dog
- How to Choose a Dog Carrier for Public Transit
- How to Choose a GPS Tracker for Travelling With a Dog
- How to Choose a Portable Dog Bed for Travelling With a Dog
- How to Choose a Travel Water Bottle for Travelling With a Dog
- How to Choose an SUV Travel Crate for Travelling With a Dog
- How to Find a Dog-Friendly Hotel Abroad
- How to Find a Veterinarian Before an International Trip
- How to Fly With a Dog Too Big for the Cabin
- How to Fly With a Medium-Sized Dog
- How to Fly With Two Dogs at Once
- How to Introduce a Dog to a New Campsite
- How to Keep a Dog Calm in a Rental Car
- How to Keep a Dog Cool in a Parked Car Safely
- How to Keep a Dog Safe at a Highway Rest Area
- How to Label a Dog Carrier for Air Travel
- How to Pack for a Dog on a Short Boat Crossing
- How to Plan a Canal Boat Holiday With a Dog
- How to Plan a Family Reunion Trip With a Dog
- How to Plan a Glamping Trip With a Dog
- How to Plan a Holiday in a Rented Apartment With a Dog
- How to Plan a Lake Swimming Day Trip With a Dog
- How to Plan a Lakeside Cottage Weekend With a Dog
- How to Plan a Long Weekend in the Countryside With a Dog
- How to Plan a Mountain Hiking Holiday With a Dog
- How to Plan a Multi-Stop Road Trip With a Dog
- How to Plan a National Park Visit With a Dog
- How to Plan a Summer Road Trip With a Dog
- How to Plan a Trip Around a Blind Dog
- How to Plan a Trip Around a Dog With a Sensitive Stomach
- How to Plan a Trip Around a Newly Adopted Rescue Dog
- How to Plan a Winter Road Trip With a Dog
- How to Plan Airport Bathroom Breaks for a Dog
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Short Domestic Flight
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Ski Weekend
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Train Platform
- How to Prepare a Dog for International Border Crossings
- How to Prevent a Dog From Barking in a Hotel
- How to Read a Vacation Rental's Pet Policy
- How to Settle a Dog That Refuses to Enter a Crate at the Airport
- How to Settle a Dog That Whines Through a Train Journey
- How to Travel With a Dog That Uses a Mobility Aid
- How to Travel With a Dog Without a Car
- Questions to Ask Before Booking a Daycare That Takes Holiday Bookings
- Rest-Stop Stretches for an Older Dog on a Road Trip
- Travelling With a Blind Dog: What Changes
- Travelling With a Dog on a Special Diet: What to Plan For
- Travelling With a Giant-Breed Dog: What to Plan For
- Travelling With a Nervous Rescue Dog: What to Plan For
- Travelling With a Puppy Under Six Months: What Changes
- Travelling With a Senior Dog: What to Plan For
- Travelling With a Very Small Dog: What to Plan For
- Travelling With a Young Puppy: What to Plan For
- Travelling With Three Dogs: What to Plan For
- What to Check Before Buying a Cooling Mat for a Hot Car
- What to Check Before Buying a Travel Bed That Packs Flat
- What to Do After a Move to a New Country With Your Dog
- What to Do After a Stressful Car Journey With Your Dog
- What to Do When a Dog Barks at Noises in a Holiday Home
- What to Do When a Dog Chews Things in a Hotel Room
- What to Do When a Dog Refuses to Get Into the Car
- What to Do When a Dog Skips Dinner on the First Night Away
- What to Expect on a Cold-Weather Camping Trip With a Dog
- What to Expect on a Desert Road Trip With a Dog
- What to Expect on a Long Coach Journey With a Dog
- What to Expect on a Ski Weekend With a Dog
- What to Know Before Flying With a Young Puppy
- What to Know Before Shipping a Dog as Air Cargo Alone
- What to Pack for a Dog on a Cold-Weather Camping Trip
- What to Pack for a Dog on a Day on a Boat
- What to Pack for a Dog on a Train Journey
- What to Pack for a Dog on a Visit to Relatives
- Why a Dog Barks at Noises in a Holiday Home and How to Help
- Why a Dog Chews Things in a Hotel Room and How to Help
- Why a Dog Gets Restless on Long Drives and How to Help
- Why a Dog Jumps Out of the Car Too Fast and How to Help
- Why a Dog Pulls Hard on Unfamiliar Trails and How to Help
- Why a Dog Reacts to Other Dogs at Campsites and How to Help
- Choosing a Holiday Rental for a Dog That Cannot Manage Stairs
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Canal Boat Holiday
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Coastal Walking Holiday
- Dog-Friendly Checklist for a Farm Stay
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Desert Road Trip
- How to Settle a Dog That Panics in a Hotel Lift
- What to Do After a Trip That Upset a Dog's Stomach
- What to Do if a Dog Barks All Night in a Hotel
- What to Do if a Dog Escapes a Harness at a Rest Stop
- What to Do if a Dog Guards the Boot of the Car
- What to Do if a Dog Shakes During Take-Off
- What to Expect on a City Break With a Dog
- What to Do After a Beach Day in Salt Water (A Vet's Practical Sequence)
- What to Do if a Dog Escapes From a Hotel Room
- What to Expect on a Day on a Boat With a Dog
- What to Pack for a Dog on a Desert Road Trip
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Cold-Weather Camping Trip
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Long Coach Journey
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Long-Distance Move
- How to Settle a Dog That Barks All Night in a Hotel
- How to Settle a Dog That Gets Car Sick on Winding Roads
- How to Store Dog Medication During Travel (Without Ruining It)
- How to Verify Current Pet Entry Rules for Another Country
- What to Check Before Buying a Boot Liner for a Muddy Dog
- How Much Water Should You Carry for a Dog on a Hike?
- How to Check a Hotel Room for Dog Safety
- How to Choose a Dog-Friendly Road Trip Route
- How to Choose a Travel Water Bottle for Dogs
- How to Handle a Flight Delay When Traveling With a Dog
- How to Make a Dog Care Binder for a Pet Sitter
- How to Prepare a Dog for a Ferry Crossing
- How to Introduce a Dog to a New Vacation Home
- Traveling With a Deaf Dog: The Checklist I Actually Use With Clients
- How to Use Public Transit With a Dog in a New City
- What to Do When a Dog Refuses Water on a Road Trip
- How to Travel With a Blind Dog: What Actually Works on the Road
- What to Do if Pet Travel Paperwork Has the Wrong Information
- How to Choose a Dog-Friendly Campsite
- Why You Shouldn't Let Your Dog Hang Its Head Out the Window
- Where Should Your Dog Sleep While Camping?
- When to Talk to Your Vet About Your Dog's Car Sickness
- What to Pack in Your Dog's Carry-On for a Flight
- What to Pack for a Camping Trip With Your Dog
- What to Do If Your Dog Gets Lost While Traveling
- What to Leave With Your Dog Sitter
- What to Do During a Layover When Flying With a Dog
- Visiting Family With Your Dog: House-Guest Etiquette
- Traveling With a Dog That Has Never Left Home
- Traveling With a Dog After Surgery: What Actually Changes on the Road
- Taking Your Dog on Public Transit: Trains, Buses, and Subways
- Step-by-Step: Desensitizing a Nervous Dog to the Car
- Signs Your Dog Is Stressed After Boarding
- Signs Your Dog Is Anxious in the Car
- Should You Update Your Dog's Microchip Info Before a Trip?
- Should You Sedate Your Dog for a Flight?
- Should You Feed Your Dog Before a Car Ride?
- RV Travel With a Dog: What to Know
- Rest-Stop Etiquette When Traveling With a Dog
- Questions to Ask Before Booking a Pet-Friendly Hotel
- Questions to Ask a Dog Sitter Before You Hire
- Overnight Road Trips: Where Should Your Dog Sleep?
- Microchip Requirements for International Pet Travel
- Managing Potty Breaks on a Road Trip With Your Dog
- Leash Rules and Etiquette at Campgrounds
- Is Camping Safe for Dogs? What to Actually Check Before You Go
- How to Tell If a Boarding Facility Is Reputable
- How to Stop Your Dog From Moving Around in the Car
- How to Plan a Cross-Country Road Trip With Your Dog
- How to Set Up Your Back Seat for a Dog
- How to Keep Your Dog Hydrated on a Long Drive
- Hotel Room Setup for a Dog: A First-Timer's Checklist
- Feeding Your Dog on a Road Trip: What to Know
- Etiquette for Staying in Pet-Friendly Hotels and Rentals
- Drooling in the Car: Car Sickness or Anxiety?
- Is Pet Travel Insurance Worth It? A Vet's Honest Answer
- How to Keep Your Dog Entertained on a Long Car Ride
- How to Help Your Dog Relieve Itself Before a Flight
- How to Help a Carsick Dog Without Medication
- How to Find an Emergency Vet While Traveling
- How to Ease Separation Anxiety Before Leaving Your Dog
- How Far in Advance to Start International Pet Travel Paperwork
- Health Certificate Requirements for Flying With a Dog
- Common Mistakes People Make When Traveling With a Dog
- How to Help Your Dog Adjust to a New Environment While Traveling
- How to Get an Adopted Rescue Dog Comfortable in the Car
- How Quarantine Rules Work for Dogs Entering a Country
- How Hot Is Too Hot to Leave a Dog in the Car?
- Ferry and Boat Travel With Your Dog: What Actually Works
- Dog ID Tags and Records: How to Prepare Before You Travel
- Are Dog Car Hammocks Worth It?
- USDA Endorsement of Pet Health Certificates, Explained
- Traveling With a Senior Dog: What to Consider
- Rabies Titer Test for Pet Travel: What It Actually Requires
- Keeping Your Dog Cool on a Warm-Weather Camping Trip
- Is It Ever Safe to Leave a Dog Alone in the Car? What the Numbers Actually Say
- How to Travel With a Reactive Dog
- How to Road Trip With Two Dogs at Once
- How to Protect Your Car Seats From Dog Hair and Muddy Paws
- How to Make Car Rides Less Stressful for Your Dog
- How to Keep Your Dog on Its Routine While Traveling
- How to Keep Your Dog Calm and Quiet in a Hotel
- How to Get Your Dog Used to a Travel Carrier Before Flying
- How to Get a Puppy Used to Car Rides
- Can You Travel With a Dog in Heat? What Actually Matters
- Why Does My Dog Hate the Car?
- Why Does My Dog Get Car Sick? A Traveler's Guide to Causes, Recognition, and Relief
- What Is a Pet Import Permit and When Do You Need One?
- The Vaccines Your Dog Actually Needs Before a Boarding Stay
- Understanding Pet Passports and What They Cover
- Traveling With a Small Dog vs a Large Dog: What Actually Changes
- The Ultimate Dog Travel Packing List (What a Vet Actually Packs)
- Signs of Motion Sickness in Dogs (And What They're Really Telling You)
- Should You Board a Senior Dog or Hire a Sitter?
- Moving Abroad With a Dog: A Relocation Checklist
- Is It Safe for Your Dog to Ride in the Front Seat?
- In-Home Sitter vs Drop-In Visits vs Doggy Daycare: What Actually Fits Your Dog
- How to Travel With a Puppy for the First Time
- How to Travel Internationally With Your Dog: A Step-by-Step Timeline
- How to Fly With a Dog: The Complete Guide
- How to Find Truly Pet-Friendly Hotels (Not Just Pet-Tolerant Ones)
- How to Camp With Your Dog: A Beginner's Guide
- Hotel Pet Fees: What to Expect and How to Budget
- Dog Car Seat Belt vs Crate vs Barrier: Which Restraint Is Safest?
- Do Puppies Outgrow Car Sickness? What Actually Changes With Age
- Crash-Test Ratings for Dog Car Restraints, Explained
- Collapsible Bowls and Feeding Gear for Traveling Dogs
- Can Dogs Ride Safely in the Bed of a Pickup Truck?
- Boarding Kennel vs Pet Sitter: Which Is Right for Your Dog?
- Best Airline-Approved Dog Carriers: What "Approved" Actually Means
- Beach Trips With Your Dog: Safety and Etiquette
- Airport Pet Relief Areas: How They Work
- Airline Pet Policies: What to Check Before You Book