RV LIFE with Pets! 5 Hacks for Traveling with DOGS & CATS

Are you considering RV life but you’re not sure what to do with your pets? Maybe you’re wondering if traveling with dogs & cats can even be an option? In this video, I’m going to share 5 tips that will make RV life with pets easier for YOU and for your furry friends.
When we first started RV life we did not think we would ever be bringing our pets with us. We brought our dog but left the cats at home when we first started those weekend or week long RV and camping trips. BUT as we started traveling more on a full-time basis (we spent more nights in our RV in 2020 than in a sticks & bricks home) we realized that paying for a house sitter and not bringing the animals (while convenient), wasn’t practical.
Then we decided to relocate our home base which FORCED us to have all of our animals as we because full-time RV’ers during this transitional period. We have two cats and 1 large dog. We found out quickly what works and what wasn’t working when it came to living with pets in our RV.
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  • @GratefulGlamper
    @GratefulGlamper3 жыл бұрын

    Hey there! Thanks for watching our video on RV Life with Pets! If you enjoyed our video, don't forget to subscribe to our KZread channel! You can subscribe to our KZread channel here → kzread.info/dron/FuE6zYaSBoN3jDDgxuVRgw.html

  • @donnabaardsen5372
    @donnabaardsen53723 жыл бұрын

    We had a 17-year-old cat that traveled everywhere with us. She was leash trained, went out to go potty, could use a litterbox too. She flew with us, including to and from Europe. And stayed in hotels. Cats are very intelligent, and easily trained. She was our love, and 💯 percent involved in our lives until she died.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like she was a great travel companion. 💙

  • @kayault2068
    @kayault20682 жыл бұрын

    The only problem with the hands free if you have a large dog who spots something and tries to run. I know my leash was around my fist and both hands were full. He drug me down hill until the dog lot fence stopped us. She was a Boxer Hound mix. Fortunately I didn’t fall needles to say I hadn’t ran that fast since I was a kid. 😂

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    😲

  • @63GBPackerfan
    @63GBPackerfan Жыл бұрын

    One thing we learned the hard way was to buy a duplicate set of leashes and collars. We even used a checklist and still forgot them on our last adventure.

  • @Saintly2
    @Saintly2 Жыл бұрын

    No more Kitty-box crunchies! 👍🏻

  • @lacewinglml
    @lacewinglml3 жыл бұрын

    I suggest the corigated cat beds and little kitty hammocks. One gives something to rest on and scratch, and hammocks give vetter support on tracel dats and can be moved. I've also used a water bottle for cats to drink from. And I have a collapsible cage I use for my feline as an outdoor playpen. can hook toys and hammock and let them enjoy outside safely. little work could set up to hook to side of rv and have a window to open to let them come and go.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great tips!

  • @bethhodges7920
    @bethhodges79203 жыл бұрын

    I had to laugh about your comment about your dog liking cat feces as a delicacy! Our Airedale did the same thing until we got the same litter box that you have! Such a game changer! Love your videos!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! And food to know it’s just not our dog who seem to think cat poop is a tasty snack 😂

  • @B25BOMERLOVER
    @B25BOMERLOVER3 жыл бұрын

    We have a grand design 22rbe we have a husky and three cats that come with us we use dog kennels to put the cats in so they can be out with us during the day and it seems to help wear them out so they go to bed when we go to bed. Love your channel keep up the good work.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great plan for the pets. Safe travels

  • @user-pz9rk5im4i

    @user-pz9rk5im4i

    5 ай бұрын

    I WILL travel in my huge motor home coach with my five cats and two dogs. But what would you do with your pets if your RV broke down??? That's my only stumbling block so far. 😢

  • @splashluvallover
    @splashluvallover3 жыл бұрын

    A must have item for us traveling with our lab is the dexas mud buster paw cleaner. It's a cup with silicone "fingers" and you put just a little water in it and dip your pet's paws one by one into it. The fingers clean off any mud or dirt, and it comes with a couple microfiber towels to dry them off. It only takes a few extra seconds but really helps keep the trailer clean!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    That sounds like an AMAZING product! I’ll check into it for sure.

  • @phillipdonnatien6481

    @phillipdonnatien6481

    Жыл бұрын

    I bought one months ago and didn’t realize you put water in it😂🤣 it all makes sense now. I wa thinking it wasn’t comfortable for them but the water definitely makes it ✌🏽🤙🏽 thank you. Sometimes the dogs are smarter than daddy😂🤣😂

  • @captainapollo87
    @captainapollo873 жыл бұрын

    Love the bloopers! About to go RV full time quite suddenly and have 2 dogs, 50 lbs and a 120 lb, so appreciate the tips!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    No problem, good luck on your upcoming journey and hope to see you out on the road someday!

  • @susanbrandon4103
    @susanbrandon41033 жыл бұрын

    Very interesting information. We aren't full time but we have traveled with three Golden Retrievers. I will be VERY honest...it adds such a level of tension that it's not fun. We have a three week trip planned this summer to visit our kids who have multiple dogs/cats and we've made the decision to leave them home with family. Part of me feels guilty but the other part of me is looking forward to the peace and quiet. We need to work with them on training so they understand the rules. Right now they're just majorly spoiled.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    It does add a level of stress with pets - not going to lie. When we travel we completely move out of our house and travels for months at a time. Boarding costs and/or finding people to want to pet sit for months on end is difficult. So in our case, we bring our furry friends along.

  • @FOMC6780
    @FOMC67803 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the ideas if I decide to get pets in my Van, thanks again for the tips!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for dropping us a comment.

  • @blondy72686
    @blondy726863 жыл бұрын

    These are amazing tips. Thank you.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @heatherjones2639
    @heatherjones2639Ай бұрын

    Even at home, I preportion the dog food into ziplock bags. This way, all I need to do is grab a bag in the morning and feed her. No need to measure the food and it keeps pests out of it. When we go camping, all I need to do is grab the number of bags per day I need. Once the bags are empty, they are flat and take up no space at all and ready for the next time. I have camped with dogs for the last 30 years, 20 of those in tents. Got my first pop-up 10 years ago and now have a travel trailer. Seems like plenty of space now. Last year it was me, my son, my two dogs, and his dog in a 24 ft tt. We crated two of them, the third was okay left out when we were out and about. Fun times was trying to get out of the camper in the morning with three dogs at the door not so patiently waiting to get out themselves.

  • @rockeyoliver7254
    @rockeyoliver72543 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Very educational! Thank you

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @marygreer3967
    @marygreer39673 жыл бұрын

    My favorite pet hack is the outdoor Xpens. We camp with an Irish Setter and Boxer. We set up 3 pens off to the side with their own outdoor rug, collapsible water dish, pet beds and they even have a pop up tent if needed for shade.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great ideas!

  • @tinagallaher8283
    @tinagallaher82832 жыл бұрын

    Just recommend your channel and am so grateful. About to start Skoolie life with a toddler, baby, dog, and two cats.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Best wishes in your adventures!

  • @brendatrott9793
    @brendatrott97933 жыл бұрын

    Thank for the video. I have the bowl. Like the hands free leash.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching 💙

  • @dakotasawesomeadventures9636
    @dakotasawesomeadventures96363 жыл бұрын

    you are so good with telling tips and filming i love u so much!!!!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy!

  • @jasonwright8813
    @jasonwright8813 Жыл бұрын

    Love the water dish idea. Definitely getting one of those.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    Жыл бұрын

    👍🏻

  • @Hannah-if3cn
    @Hannah-if3cn7 ай бұрын

    Your info is great! Thank you. I have been looking for a portable fence for my Afghan Hound. So thank you for letting us know about the FXW company.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    7 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching

  • @elizabethabell8731
    @elizabethabell87313 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the tips! We are going to start traveling this summer and will be taking our 2 dogs, 2 guinea pigs, and 2 hamsters. Luckily they all get along! 🙂

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, best wishes in your travels

  • @Widows-out-wandering
    @Widows-out-wandering3 жыл бұрын

    Love the water bowl!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Us too!

  • @kayleegoins9838
    @kayleegoins9838 Жыл бұрын

    I'd like to thank you for this video. You certainly gave me a few things to think about, and a few good ideas. I have been researching full time RV living for almost 2 years. I'm still 6 to 8 months away (pending selling the house and finding the right rv). It's been a while since I have seen a video for RV life that I find helpful. I grew up in camper vans and RV's, so I'm familiar with the workings. I'm planning on taking at least one cat (4 or 5 years old. She is a mellow cat, and is ok riding in a car. However, I recently rescued two more babies (Feral foundlings) that I have bonded with a little TOO much, to simply hand them off to the next person whose looking for a cat. They have imprinted on me, and sit with me on my desk as I watch videos like this. If I keep them, it will certainly be an adventure. Just me, and 3 cats.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and best wishes to you and your fur babies.

  • @goroninthemudd3865
    @goroninthemudd38658 ай бұрын

    Thank for the dog tips

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    8 ай бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @nicolefrenette5378
    @nicolefrenette53783 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tips! We are getting a puppy and a kitten in 5 days while we are camping, so introducing them quickly to our trailer. Following other tips, we added hooks near the door for leashes and bought a waterbottle with a cup on top to bring on hikes.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! Bet of luck with the new fur babies. 🐾🐾

  • @forgottenmountain1
    @forgottenmountain12 жыл бұрын

    I have 3 dogs, I made the under the bed space as a dog crate. I also put a camera looking into crate there for easy visibility. I also have a small outside fence for them to be able to sun bathe outside

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    👍🏻

  • @n1uno1965
    @n1uno19653 жыл бұрын

    Cool accessories! 🖖🏻👍🏻😘🙏🏻

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @JaggyGirl1971
    @JaggyGirl19713 жыл бұрын

    Love these videos!! You are all amazing!! Tried clicking the link to the trip planner and it doesn't work! Keep up the great work and safe travels to you all!

  • @BillandKelleyAdventures
    @BillandKelleyAdventures3 жыл бұрын

    New to the channel I love the hands-free leash never seen that before. I actually just did a video about traveling with dogs that post Friday.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thanks for watching!

  • @wessprouse523
    @wessprouse5233 жыл бұрын

    Started RV full time 2 weeks ago with just me and 2 cats. They were scared at 1st. But their getting more use to it.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    👍🏻🐾👍🏻

  • @kenhelmers2603
    @kenhelmers260310 ай бұрын

    I'm full time in a small MH with two cats. Life is .... interesting!

  • @amandacaterina6650
    @amandacaterina66503 жыл бұрын

    We're setting out full time at the beginning of 2022 with 2 Pyrenees mixes! Thanks for the tips!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching- best wishes in your journeys.

  • @judygaillard1666

    @judygaillard1666

    2 жыл бұрын

    We have 2 Great Pyrenees and plan to bring them along with us. Thanks for all the helpful tips!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!

  • @icegirl1755
    @icegirl17552 жыл бұрын

    ty for the tips, We are moving full time with a big dog and 2 indoor cats.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Best wishes in your journeys

  • @alexmaberry6742
    @alexmaberry67423 жыл бұрын

    hi great tips

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @creativitybycarilyn6634
    @creativitybycarilyn66343 жыл бұрын

    My favorite is the dog water dish...I will get that when I find my next puppy.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s been a life saver!

  • @cathymontowski1263
    @cathymontowski1263 Жыл бұрын

    ❤ Thank you, we are just starting our travels. We won’t be doing full time, we have a house in South Fork, Colorado. We will be traveling with 2 big black labs in our class A. We’ve always traveled with them in the truck, 5th wheel. They go just about everywhere with us. They are wonderful travelers, but in the truck. We took them out for a ride today to see how well they will do in the class A.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    Жыл бұрын

    Best wishes!

  • @KimClune
    @KimClune2 жыл бұрын

    Hi and thanks for all this great info! Our cat and dogs thank you, too. Just so you know, your link in the description to the planner is broken. (It has an extra l in the URL.) Found my way, but didn't want others to give up. Happy travels!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Fixed it!

  • @tinaredington3445
    @tinaredington34452 жыл бұрын

    try a flushable cat litter box with a mat under it next to your couch or hidden or placed somewhere no mess no smell no scooping lol no poop for dog to eat also.

  • @rebekahwarriorspirit8110
    @rebekahwarriorspirit81102 жыл бұрын

    This has helped so much, we are doing a whole lifestyle change and Goals is RV life FT. BUT we have 3 cats and a big dog 😆 ..and 2 kids. Any recommendations are helpful and graceful!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Best wishes!

  • @RickandDarcirvadventures
    @RickandDarcirvadventures3 жыл бұрын

    I have a set up like you do for the hands free but I use a regular Fanny pack and hook a retractable lease to it so I can carry liquids and snacks for both the dog and I. We use it for long hikes. If it is a short walk than I just hold the leash because usually it is a walk for the dog not me. Lol.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    👍🏻👍🏻

  • @rachelrmcbryan525
    @rachelrmcbryan525 Жыл бұрын

    Toilet trained the cats!❤

  • @mrscrabtree11
    @mrscrabtree112 жыл бұрын

    I have an orange and white cat that looks very similar to yours!! We also have a chihuahua

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    💙🐾

  • @dreamjanus1177
    @dreamjanus11773 жыл бұрын

    #2 Alaska now has a leash for mom.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @michelleschweizer9000
    @michelleschweizer90003 жыл бұрын

    Alaska is a cute furry face!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    💙🐾💙

  • @melendyladyboykin2482
    @melendyladyboykin24823 жыл бұрын

    Very interesting tips. We use a collapsible crate also. Very Very handy and space saving. BTW I absolutely LOVE your tattoo. Where did you get it at?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I got it in Fort Collins, Colorado about 20 years ago now! I’d love to add more to it eventually

  • @melendyladyboykin2482

    @melendyladyboykin2482

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@GratefulGlamper I'm going to get me one soon.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!

  • @carolannmartin1264
    @carolannmartin12643 жыл бұрын

    I have a dog and a parrot I would be traveling with. Love the cat box idea. My cat wouldn’t travel well, but that I will try at home because my dog also eats poop. Ugh

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Safe journeys!

  • @dongrahl6181
    @dongrahl61812 жыл бұрын

    Alaska is beautiful I have two pyrs and just bought a class A rig am going to take them with me I’m not going to be full time rving tho

  • @ileneberg6735
    @ileneberg6735 Жыл бұрын

    We are boaters with a dog, but some of the same rules apply. We keep a 30' Lead that we can tie off and give her some space to get some energy out or have privacy to do her business. (our dog is 60 lbs. so not a small one)

  • @PineGeri
    @PineGeri7 ай бұрын

    Hmmmm…not sure our 2 8 month old kitties would use the top entry litter box. We used disposables and that worked out well in our last trip in October. Water bowls..not an issue. Loved the hands free leash though. Now if you have tips for kitties and their zoomies..am all ears! Our Sheltie never leaves our site so crate no needed.

  • @barryreynolds7150
    @barryreynolds71503 жыл бұрын

    We are taking a short 4 night trip next month with our 60lb GoldenDoodle. This will be his first time in an RV, we are renting one. He does great on road trips in our other cars so I don't see any real issues but the question I have is do you use a seatbelt harness for your dog when traveling. We are somewhat inconsistent when using ours in our other vehicles, just worried about how much he would wonder around all over the place in a class A. Really enjoy your channel and all the great tips you and your husband provide.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the kind words! We do not use any type of seatbelt harness. Our dog tends to just lay on the floor during travel days, so he’s pretty out of the way.

  • @christinesantelli3828
    @christinesantelli38282 жыл бұрын

    Has anyone modified a bunk area to fit one or two collapsible dog crates?

  • @michelesuepke990
    @michelesuepke9903 жыл бұрын

    I am learning so much! Thank you all the tips. Our pets are a big concern of ours as we are envisaging RV Life (not quite full time but almost). We are taking our first RV trip at the beginning of June and we are leaving the animals behind (not our rig... renting to see how or if we even like it first). But we would not even consider RV Life without our pets... Knowing there are ways to make it work is awesome. The litter box shown in the video is awesome... but how easy was it for the cats to adapt to a new litter box? One of our 2 cats is outside most of the time, roaming around or hiding/sleeping in his own personal hideaways. The other one is an inside cat. Any experience with that? Are your cats going outside at all?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Our cats have been indoor kitties only. I switched to this littler box for about a week BEFORE we took off on the road so they had time to adapt before being in a new space. They’ve been using the littler box with no issues now that we’re back in the RV

  • @bobbybrowning3821
    @bobbybrowning38212 жыл бұрын

    We have 3 shi-zues they l9ve to travel liked your handles d9g leash but n9t sue if it would work for us might give it a try. We also have the stainless steel water bowl but has rubber bottom does n9t move. Thank you for sharing

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching

  • @kyliedugan7269
    @kyliedugan72692 жыл бұрын

    Alaska is a cutie

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @debiwashburn-sykes7192
    @debiwashburn-sykes71922 жыл бұрын

    We found a water bowl similar to yours that is great for our 3 yorkies. If you have tips to get your cat ready to travel I would appreciate that. Ours is an outside cat that we are getting used to hanging inside.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Spend some time with the kitties in the RV - best wishes in your journeys.

  • @dianewright7985
    @dianewright79853 жыл бұрын

    I have three Pomeranians and they are no where near as calm when walking as Alaska seems to be. I would love that belt but know it wouldn’t work. Thanks for the tip though.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @duncanschaefer
    @duncanschaefer3 жыл бұрын

    We are about to hit the road with 2 German shepherds and 3 cats... give us some time and we might come up with some pro tips... haha

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Best of luck!

  • @itsmecindy3536
    @itsmecindy35363 жыл бұрын

    Our dog loved cat poop too...so gross! It kind of looked like Almond Roca so we would say he got a caca roca treat. Just the worst thing about having cats and dogs together!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    For sure!

  • @americanflika1311
    @americanflika13113 жыл бұрын

    We just back from our maiden voyage in a 27.1 Thor ACE with a chow/ pointer/ lab cross and out indoor/outdoor American short hair last night. Both fur babies are about 3 yrs old. Dog did great except for crying constantly when we are out of site but the cat loved to ride looking out the window between naps. But the cat hated the harness and did manage to escape at 11:30 at night at a rest area along a busy hey. Talk about panicking. He is always trying to get out and explore. How do you keep cats happy and safe. Had a calm collar on him which did help some but that bugger is fast on his paws especially when you are trying to get out the door with the dog on her leash. Helpful tips please! Litter was not an issue got pine pellet litter and a rug under a large plastic wash bin in the shower and just moved it when we needed the shower. Might try to see if bin will fit in mud space near steps next run so I don't have to prop the bath door open all the time.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Our cats like to hide under the couch until we’re parked and set up. Once we’re set up, they’re good.

  • @vikkitaylor5469
    @vikkitaylor54693 жыл бұрын

    I will be buying an RV in the next few months. I have looked and researched sooooo many RVs...I have 8 rescues and have decided on the the Thor Class C Outlaw because of the porch like area. The nine of us will be living in the RV full time. I'll be taking dog crates AND portable fencing. Does anyone have experience with putting up a portable fencing in parks? I plan on having at least 24 panels that go all the way around the C. We'll be traveling between Tampa, FL, Houston, TX and Waco, TX (I10 and I75 through Florida). I see a lot of boondocking in our future!🤔 PS They will rarely, if ever (!) be alone. IF I do leave them they will be in their crates with A/C of course!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    We not had any personal experience with the portable fences but do see many people using them. Safe travels!

  • @onehomeschoolundergodoneho8668
    @onehomeschoolundergodoneho86683 жыл бұрын

    Did the cats have any trouble transitioning from the open litter box to the top entry?....

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    They didn’t! I made sure to use the same type of littler and put the mew littler box in the same place as the old.

  • @EricaLucasLoves
    @EricaLucasLoves3 жыл бұрын

    Bought the hands free leash and that water bowl from your links! Thanks! How do you keep your rig cool for your dog while he’s in the crate? I can’t figure out that part for our puppy.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    We use our A/C’s most of the time in warmer weather. ❄️

  • @EricaLucasLoves

    @EricaLucasLoves

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@GratefulGlamper portables?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@EricaLucasLoves We have two roof mounted A/C's on our RV :)

  • @EricaLucasLoves

    @EricaLucasLoves

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@GratefulGlamper ah! Thanks for these tips!

  • @hughgonzalez8958
    @hughgonzalez89586 ай бұрын

    How is the camera powered? Batteries? Thank you

  • @dongrahl6181
    @dongrahl61812 жыл бұрын

    Alaska is beautiful I have two pyrs and just bought a class A and I’m thinking about taking them with me I want be full time rving tho

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Alaska isn’t exactly your “RV size” dog but we love having him with us

  • @bigdanc.8429
    @bigdanc.84293 жыл бұрын

    Dies anyone travel with large birds? We have two macaws, an amazon, conures and a caique. They have a 12 x 30 aviary and I don't think that would work out for travelin

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    We travel with our two cats and a dog. I’m sure someone travels with birds 🐦….

  • @heatherpickett6748
    @heatherpickett67484 ай бұрын

    We just started and found using brown noise keeps the dogs calm in the park when we are out.

  • @dorinagreen5103
    @dorinagreen51033 жыл бұрын

    All great ideas! Now I kinda wish I had a cat to go traveling with me. I’m curious though how you monitor the inside temperature of the RV while you’re gone and your pet has stayed behind for the day. Do you have something in place for that?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    We don’t….yet, there are several of these remote temp monitors on Amazon. We usually don’t leave for more than 3-5 hours at a time if the dog can’t come along and we’re usually in pretty temperate climates (not super hot or cold).

  • @robinlambert1561

    @robinlambert1561

    3 жыл бұрын

    We have a stick on thermometer and make sure it is in view of the camera when we leave.

  • @spoider202
    @spoider2022 жыл бұрын

    we have 5 animals and i can not imagine attempting to live this life with them or children. but we really want an rv/camper

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can always go out on longer trips, weekends, etc. RV Life can be lived on your terms and doesn’t have to be full time. Thanks for watching

  • @Empressco
    @Empressco8 ай бұрын

    I’m so sorry if this is a stupid question but I’m not looking to travel. I just have to sell my house before I get foreclosed on. I struggle with my mental health (panic disorder and depression) staying employed is impossible these past few years. I’ve started a dozen jobs in the last 3 years. So I’m gonna have to sell my house and I have 2 dogs and three cats. Now I see it’s possible to live with all of them in an RV. Thank God. But where can I live with them? Like where am I allowed to park my RV with them? I know that trailer parks (sorry if that’s not the correct term) don’t allow pets or if they do, it’s only like one cat. I just want to be able to be safe and keep us all together without ending up totally homeless.

  • @jeninegalvin2340
    @jeninegalvin23403 жыл бұрын

    We will be traveling with 3 dogs starting next year. A bit worried about traveling with so many.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    You’ll settle in just fine and figure things out as you go 😎

  • @ChristianCareerJoy
    @ChristianCareerJoy Жыл бұрын

    Oh my gosh, you a natural teacher! When you leaned into the camera to tell us about your dog eating cat poopsicles, I felt like we were friends IRL and you were telling me a personal secret, well done!

  • @higherhands
    @higherhands2 жыл бұрын

    I would also recommend having all pet records as well as microchip information. Have the chip registered in case they are lost.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great suggestion

  • @angelacoppedge140
    @angelacoppedge1405 ай бұрын

    My husband and I just sold our house and now we are full time RV living. we are mooch docking at my brothers house. My husband is retiring in March. We have 5 dogs with us. Are there places out there that will allow us to have our dogs? here in Las Vegas we cant find any.

  • @stronghealthyandawesome7358
    @stronghealthyandawesome73583 жыл бұрын

    Biggest tip I can give pet owners so don't take a pet you have just adopted or purchased with you. You need to give them time to adjust to being part of your family. It takes an animal a minimum of 6 months to begin to adjust to living with you. We made the mistake of taking our 2 rescue dogs with us too soon. We had them about 5 months before we took them camping thinking they would do OK, unfortunately they did not. They didn't eat or sleep, they reacted to everything, and they were just not comfortable amd were stressed with the whole experience. That was their only trip with us that year. After that trip we started working to acclimate them to camping. We would sit in our driveway or front porch at home so they could get used to people and other dogs walking by and not barking at them. We set up our camper at home and slept in it with them so they could get used to the noises and where their "safe" places were within the camper. A year after that first camping trip with them we attempted another camping trip with them close (15 minutes away)to home so in case every thing went bad we could take them home. Just that extra year and the work we did to get them used to it made a world of difference-it's like night and day. They are no longer stressed out by the experience and look forward to our camping trips now.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great tips - thanks for the comment.

  • @jus.me.tanzks5834

    @jus.me.tanzks5834

    Жыл бұрын

    You can start desensitizing a dog to camping or outdoor living from day one. Took my puppy at 3 months old for his first camping trip and he did fine. He did spend most of in his pen outside just watching tho and at home he had been sleeping in that same pen sense day one and whenever I’d take him places just for a few hours or evening at the lake the pen would go and he preferred being in the pen for sure if they’re was children around he felt safe in it so he did fine just watching from a distance while camping for the weekend he’s five months now and has loved all camping trips and lake trips he is in his pen or attached to me at all times tho

  • @Julian-do7bv
    @Julian-do7bv3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I couldn't do full time RV with the cats lol I have to have my litter robot I hate having to scoop poo

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    We just change out the box frequently in addition to scooping poo.

  • @joyhouse5992
    @joyhouse59923 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been wondering about this I have 2 big dogs and was wondering how it was going to be in such a small space

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s an adjustment but we love bringing our furry pets along now

  • @dianacrutchfield923
    @dianacrutchfield9233 жыл бұрын

    We have 4 little dogs . We just started our full time living , and haven’t traveled much yet . The only problem we have is they bark and I don’t want the neighbors to complain . I need to figure out how to keep them from barking when we leave . We have a Shih tzu ,10 pounds , Yorkie 5 pounds a Chihuahua 4 pounds , and a chorkie 4 pounds .

  • @dianacrutchfield923

    @dianacrutchfield923

    3 жыл бұрын

    @Autumn Rowan I have a bark collar , I was using on the Shih tzu but she got use to it . I will try it again because I haven’t used it for a while . Thank you

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    I would try a bark collar but also maybe turning on the TV or a fan? Sometimes some background noise can help dogs calm down. Best of luck!

  • @amyanderson5957

    @amyanderson5957

    3 жыл бұрын

    There is also a bark box. It makes a high pitched squeal when the noise gets too high. We have one in put home. It would be a better option with multiple dogs barking.

  • @dianacrutchfield923

    @dianacrutchfield923

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@amyanderson5957 Thank you , I just got one of those . Fingers crossed it works

  • @ChuckMacDermott
    @ChuckMacDermott3 жыл бұрын

    The link for the planner is not working. Is the a way we can get a link that works, please?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    www.gratefulglamper.com/planner

  • @thelthrythquezada8397
    @thelthrythquezada8397 Жыл бұрын

    I mean I just put the poop bag in my pocket till I need it, I also have a D ring on mine and I clip it on my waist band, and bamooooo cheap hands free

  • @lisapickens2472
    @lisapickens24723 жыл бұрын

    I am worried about the pet food attracting rodents if left in the bags. I think I found a decent sized tub with lid at IKEA that will fit in my pantry. Have you had any issues keeping the big bags in the basement storage?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    We have not but we do move around enough that I think rodents are not much of an issue for us. We have have the two cats so I think that maybe that helps.

  • @americanflika1311

    @americanflika1311

    3 жыл бұрын

    Some of her suggested tubs have waterproof seals that keep pet food odors from attracting garments.

  • @openskies4245
    @openskies42453 жыл бұрын

    We trip with our rescue cat - who has epilepsy, which makes boarding super expensive for a medicated cat. We were able to put a litter box under a dinette bench and cut a hole. We have a little litter mat just outside. Our biggest concern is getting her happy with travel: she is crated to keep from under the driver's feet, but wish she could be free so she's settle and not cry. Anyone got ideas?

  • @pbow9202

    @pbow9202

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cat seatbelt

  • @michellefoster6557

    @michellefoster6557

    2 жыл бұрын

    CBD

  • @heidi6308
    @heidi63083 жыл бұрын

    Umm, what about the cat poop smell? We are planning on buying a Class A with two bathrooms so the cats can have their own! One of our cats poop smells wicked bad, and if it were behind the drivers seat we would die. Litter box needs to be in it's own bathroom with Max Air Fan for us!! Oh, and we'll be putting in a doggy door on the bathroom door for them to go in and out.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like You’ll have a great set up for your kitties!

  • @jonibarnett2138

    @jonibarnett2138

    Жыл бұрын

    We only use Fresh Step clumping litter that has febreeze in it. I bought the litter genie and bought the doggie bag holder at the dollar tree. I clipped it on the front of the genie with the doggie bags inside and scoop the litter tie up the bag and put in the litter genie. It works amazing!!

  • @owenbelezos8369
    @owenbelezos83692 жыл бұрын

    2:45 How hard is it to clean the dish though.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s comes apart so it’s easily cleaned

  • @joannbittner5540
    @joannbittner55402 жыл бұрын

    What do you do when a campground says you can’t leave your pets alone in the camper? We are considering traveling with our dog and 3 cats.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    2 жыл бұрын

    We’ve not encountered that yet. Not all places are pet friendly (aka hiking national parks).

  • @suemcfarlane4199
    @suemcfarlane4199 Жыл бұрын

    In australia if you go into a national park you can’t take pets

  • @michelle_nolan
    @michelle_nolan3 жыл бұрын

    Trip planner link didn’t work.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Try gratefulglamper.com/planner

  • @agm6095
    @agm60953 жыл бұрын

    How do you get cats to travel well and not constantly meow for hours?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    They get used to it after a awhile. Travel days can stress them out at times. You can always give them some Dramamine to help with that too (verified with our vet).

  • @agm6095

    @agm6095

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@GratefulGlamper Thank you for the reply.

  • @robertazerkovich2644
    @robertazerkovich26443 жыл бұрын

    No more kitty roca!

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @irenewee7108
    @irenewee71083 жыл бұрын

    How nout travelling with 2 dogs and a cockatoo parrot . We have a fifth wheel.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s awesome!

  • @irenewee7108

    @irenewee7108

    3 жыл бұрын

    Any suggestions?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sleep with them in the RV before you actually leave if you can.

  • @micheleduffy2123
    @micheleduffy2123 Жыл бұрын

    Do you ever have any problems with campgrounds not accepting pets?

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    Жыл бұрын

    Funny you should ask - we JUST had our first experience with this - you can watch this video for more: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oKGsttWnf5Ccp5s.html

  • @andreaelliott733
    @andreaelliott7333 жыл бұрын

    Have a pit. She's a nanny dog and good with other kids people and dogs. But have heard that they have alot of prejudice from rv parks ...am worried about that.

  • @GratefulGlamper

    @GratefulGlamper

    3 жыл бұрын

    Some parks do have breed restrictions. You can call ahead to check.

  • @amyanderson5957

    @amyanderson5957

    3 жыл бұрын

    My husband had a service dog. We have always been told to stay away from pits because of breed restrictions.

  • @andreaelliott733

    @andreaelliott733

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@amyanderson5957 thanks yeah she wasn't one we picked she picked us. She was being given up at adoption days. We showed up to support the cause. ( my husband worked there at the time) and when the person who rescued her let her out she b lined right to me and sat between my legs. Never have regretted it!!!