Trucking and being on the road for weeks or months at a time can be an incredibly lonely experience. It is always important to make sure that you have someone to keep you company during these times and that helps you pass the time.

Truck driving with pets is a great option to make your time away from home more enjoyable. Trucking with pets is a terrific way to take a piece of home with you on the road. Pets also have documented positive health impacts — both physically and mentally.

Studies show that pet owners have lower blood pressure in stressful situations than those without pets. Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol – a stress-related hormone.

1.Pets are good for your health.

• Pets give you more opportunities to be active. It can be hard to find the motivation to exercise on the road. However, if your dog wants to go for a walk, you’ll be more likely to take one. Time spent with pets not only increases your physical activity, but it can also lower your blood pressure and possibly lower your risk for cardiovascular disease.

2. Pets can help you relax

• One of the best things about having a pet is that they're always there for you. Whether it's just before bed, or when you're feeling lonely, pets are great listeners and don't judge. They also don't interrupt, so you can always get your thoughts out without having to stop mid-sentence to not bother them with your problems!

3. Pets can help you sleep better

• Sleep efficiency is a score calculated to determine how much time you actually spend sleeping while you are in bed. One study recently found that humans who slept with a dog kept a better routine and were able to sleep more efficiently. Humans had an 81 percent sleep efficiency and the dogs an 85 percent sleep efficiency.

4. Pets can help you feel less stressed

• Your pet will always be there for you. If you have a bad day, your pet will make everything feel better. They are always happy to see you and they don't expect anything in return. Having someone who is always there for you can help relieve stress and anxiety because when we're stressed or anxious, it's hard to think about giving ourselves any love or attention.

5. Pets can help you maintain a healthy weight

• Pets, especially dogs and cats, give you a reason to get out and exercise every day. If you don’t already have a pet, it may be difficult to find the motivation to go for long walks or play with your cat. But once you have a furry friend waiting for their walk or playtime (their basic needs), there’s no excuse not to get moving!

If you've ever thought about getting a pet for your truck, now is the time! Pets are great companions and can help you stay fit and healthy. Not to mention they're just plain fun to have around!

Picture this; you’re going through a rough day, with bad weather, demanding customers, or even behind schedule. Then you look to your right and see your pet in the passenger seat and notice that they don’t care — they’re just happy to be a part of this adventure with you.

We hope that you found the information you needed to make an informed decision on whether or not to bring your pet on the road with you.

We have a lot of partners – carriers who allowed our drivers to bring their pets while trucking. If you are looking for a good company with competitive pay and flexible home time give us a call at +1 708 232 6868 and get started trucking.