When making plans for your next vacation, whether staying in your own backyard or visiting an exotic land, or just getting prepared for the changing seasons - don't forget about the animals! WSPA urges every traveler to tread lightly and take precautions to protect our wild, as well as domesticated, friends. Be sure to check this site regularly for new guides on how to protect and care for our animal companions.

Summer Tips for Companion Animals - Whether planning trips to the beach, to a local amusement park or when camping and hiking, many people include their companion animals in their summer travel plans. However, it's important to remember that dogs and cats can suffer from the same problems that humans do in hot weather, including overheating, dehydration, sunstroke and sunburn. By following some simple steps, you can help protect Fluffy and Fido from the summer heat and keep your companion animals healthy, happy and safe all year long.

How to Stay Bear Safe - Before you take to the trails, learn how your wilderness experiences can be bear safe. This helpful guide offers simple tips that you can follow at home and in the woods to protect yourself - and the bears. 

Cruelty-Free Dolphin Activities - Everyone loves dolphins. Some people might even consider going to a dolphin show or participating in a swim-with-a-dolphin program to get closer to these amazing creatures. But activities that might seem fun, educational and natural to you are torture for the dolphins. Read more about the numerous dolphin-friendly ways to get "up close and personal." 

Tips for the Compassionate Traveler - No matter where you travel, you're sure to find animals. They're everywhere! Many people go on vacation specifically for this purpose: to see animals in their natural habitats. Find out how you can have the experience of a lifetime without disturbing or inadvertently hurting the animals. You'll also learn what to look out for and what questions to ask so that you can be sure your travel dollars are spent in an animal-friendly way.