{"id":598653,"date":"2026-06-11T07:18:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T07:18:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/598653\/summer-road-trips-with-dogs-can-bring-one-overlooked-risk.html"},"modified":"2026-06-11T07:18:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T07:18:31","slug":"summer-road-trips-with-dogs-can-bring-one-overlooked-risk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/598653\/summer-road-trips-with-dogs-can-bring-one-overlooked-risk.html","title":{"rendered":"Summer Road Trips With Dogs Can Bring One Overlooked Risk"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\u201cRoad trips create exposure in places owners do not always plan for,\u201d said Abdelhak Hacht, owner of DEWELPRO. \u201cA quick rest stop or hotel walk can be enough, which is why protection should already be in place before the trip begins.\u201d<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Summer road trips can expose dogs to fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes during everyday stops such as hotel lawns, rest areas, campgrounds, and roadside parks. DEWELPRO highlights simple travel prevention steps and a plant-based daily-wear collar designed to help keep protection consistent before, during, and after the trip.<\/div>\n

Pinedale, Wyoming – June 11, 2026 –<\/strong> Summer road trips with dogs often start with the fun details: packing the leash, filling the water bowl, choosing the route, and making sure the dog has a comfortable spot in the car.<\/p>\n

But between rest stops, hotel lawns, gas station grass, campgrounds, roadside parks, and unfamiliar walking areas, dogs can be exposed to fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes in places owners may not think twice about.<\/p>\n

A dog does not need to be on a long hike or deep in the woods to come into contact with pests. Sometimes it happens during a five-minute break off the highway, a quick walk outside a motel, or a stop at a shaded picnic area.<\/p>\n

The tricky part is that exposure rarely looks obvious in the moment. A dog may jump back into the car happy, tired, and completely normal. Scratching, biting, irritation, or signs of pests may not appear until later — sometimes after the trip is already over.<\/p>\n

Fleas can ride in on a dog’s coat and later spread into the car, bedding, rugs, or furniture at home. Ticks can hide beneath fur around the ears, neck, belly, legs, or between the toes. Mosquitoes can bite quickly near water, damp grass, or shaded areas before owners ever notice them.<\/p>\n

That is why road trip preparation is starting to look different for many dog owners. Beyond food, water, and comfort, prevention is becoming part of the travel checklist.<\/p>\n

Simple steps can help: checking the coat after rest stops, avoiding tall grass when possible, washing travel blankets after trips, keeping car bedding clean, watching for standing water, and maintaining consistent protection before travel begins.<\/p>\n

For pet owners looking for a low-maintenance travel option, the DEWEL collar for dogs<\/strong>, available through DEWELPRO.com<\/a>, uses plant-based aromatic compounds to help create a natural scent barrier around the dog. The collar is designed for continuous wear and helps make dogs less attractive to fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes before pests latch on.<\/p>\n

“Road trips create exposure in places owners do not always plan for,” said Abdelhak Hacht, owner of<\/strong> DEWELPRO<\/a>. “A quick rest stop or hotel walk can be enough, which is why protection should already be in place before the trip begins.”<\/p>\n

The DEWEL collar uses a flexible TPE base infused with cinnamon oil, eucalyptus oil, lavender oil, lemon eucalyptus oil, and linaloe oil. These ingredients are released gradually over time to support long-duration repellent care without harsh chemicals, pesticides, or nerve-toxins.<\/p>\n

The collar is adjustable up to 25 inches, intended for dogs 8 weeks and older, and is often chosen by owners looking for a gentler option for dogs with sensitive skin. For dogs with larger neck sizes, two collars can be connected together for a proper fit.<\/p>\n

For dogs already dealing with active fleas or ticks, owners should first address the visible issue using their preferred treatment method, such as flea shampoo, combing, tick removal, a veterinarian-recommended product, or another proven approach. Once the active issue is under control, steady prevention can help reduce the chance of new pests latching on again.<\/p>\n

Because the collar works through natural oils, frequent swimming, bathing, or repeated water exposure may reduce effectiveness over time. Dogs traveling to lakes, rivers, beaches, or rainy areas may need closer monitoring and earlier replacement.<\/p>\n

A summer road trip can give dogs new smells, new places, and a lot of happy memories. But the places in between — the grass by the parking lot, the shaded rest stop, the campground path — can matter just as much as the destination.<\/p>\n

Media Contact<\/span>
Company Name:<\/strong> DEWELPRO LLC<\/a>
Contact Person:<\/strong> Abdelhak Hacht
Email:<\/strong> Send Email<\/a>
Phone:<\/strong> +13073160270
Address:<\/strong>34 N Franklin Ave Ste 687 1739
City:<\/strong> Pinedale
State:<\/strong> WY
Country:<\/strong> United States
Website:<\/strong> https:\/\/dewelpro.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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