Check before you go out! SA where you can take a break with your dog - Tokai area
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Service areas (SA) where you can take a break with your pet are the perfect place for such occasions.
There are now many dog runs all over the country, and there are an increasing number of spots where you can take a break and let your dog exercise.
This time, we will introduce some particularly recommended service areas in the Tokai region that you can visit with your beloved dog.
Please use this as a reference when planning your drive!
Find the dog food that your dog will enjoy and help maintain its health!
1. Preparing for a long-distance trip with your dog and managing stress
◆ Advance preparation
When traveling long distances with your dog, advance preparation is very important.
Here we will explain in detail what you need to bring when traveling, how to check your dog's health, and how to maintain a good environment in the car.
■ What you need to bring
We recommend that you prepare the following items when traveling long distances!
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Water and food: Bring a water bottle or portable bowl for your dog so they can drink water regularly, and don't forget to bring their usual food too.
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A comfortable travel bed or blanket: To create a relaxing environment for your dog, it's a good idea to have a soft, comfy bed or blanket in the car.
- Toys and chews: Bring your dog's favorite toys and chews to help reduce stress during long trips!
■ Improvement of the in-car environment
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A safe carrier and seat belt: Make sure your dog is safe in the car with an appropriately sized carrier and seat belt harness.
This will help protect your dog in the event of sudden braking or an accident.
- Adjusting the temperature inside the car: Be careful not to let the temperature inside the car get too hot or too cold, and keep the temperature at a comfortable level for your dog. In particular, in the summer, it is easy for the inside of a car to overheat, so regular ventilation and proper use of air conditioning are important.
◆ Take regular breaks and manage stress
Proper rest and stress management are very important when traveling long distances with your dog.
Taking regular breaks will help keep your dog in good shape and reduce stress.
Here we'll explain how to take effective breaks and minimize stress for your dog.
■ When and how to take breaks
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Frequency of breaks: Generally, you should stop and take a break every 2-3 hours.
This prevents your dog from staying in one position for long periods of time and gives them a chance to stretch out.
- Resting in a safe place: When taking a rest, choose a safe place with little traffic, ideally a rest area or a park where you can let your dog roam freely on a lead.
■ Reduce stress for your dog
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Prepare the environment: Keep the car quiet and calm. Sudden noises and movements can startle your dog, so try to create a calm environment.
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Use your dog's favorite items: Bring along his favorite toy or blanket to help him feel comfortable in the car.
- Create a quiet environment: Loud noises can cause stress, so try to keep the environment in the car quiet.
2.1 SA with dog runs - Tomei/Shin-Tomei Expressway
In this chapter, let's take a look at the SAs in the Kanto region that have dog runs!
◆ NEOPASA Suruga Bay Numazu (Shin-Tomei Expressway, both inbound and outbound lanes)
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Features: A relatively large dog run with separate areas for large and small dogs!
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
* Ashigara PA (Tomei Expressway, both inbound and outbound lanes)
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Features: The descent is divided into areas based on size, while the ascent has many slopes!
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
◆ Fujikawa SA (Toumei Expressway, northbound)
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Special features: In addition to having waste bins and drinking fountains, there is a Ferris wheel in the service area that you can ride with your pet! It's sure to be a memorable experience with your dog!
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
◆ Ayuzawa PA (Toumei Expressway, northbound)
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Features: A small dog run. There is a trash can for dog waste. There are benches so owners can take a break.
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
◆ Kamigo SA (Toumei Expressway, northbound)
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Features: A fully equipped dog run with special facilities including dog-specific trash cans and benches!
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
◆ Makinohara SA (Toumei Expressway, northbound)
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Special feature: SA with the largest dog run on the Tomei Expressway! It's dynamic and sure to delight your dog!
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Price: Free
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Opening hours : 24 hours
2.2 SA with dog runs - Chuo Expressway
◆ Dangozaka SA (Chuo Expressway, outbound)
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Features: There are separate areas for large and small dogs. There are also dog trash cans, which is convenient!
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Price : Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
Futaba SA (Chuo Expressway, northbound)
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Features: A pleasant service area where you can get a panoramic view of Mt. Fuji on a clear day!
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
◆ Komagatake SA (Chuo Expressway, uphill)
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Features: A dog run with a great view, separated for small and medium-sized dogs.
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
2.3 SA with dog runs - Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway
◆ Seki SA (Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway, northbound)
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Features: The only dog run on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway heading north! A huge dog run.
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
◆ Nagaragawa SA (Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway, outbound)
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Features: The only dog run on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway heading south! Treats for dogs are also sold!
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Price: Free
- Opening hours : 24 hours
3. 4 Foods Perfect for Long Outings
When traveling with your dog, you have to bring a lot of luggage! You want to pack it as compactly as possible, right?
In this chapter, we will introduce four trial-size (small pack) pet foods that are convenient and perfect for long outings such as drives or traveling with your beloved dog!
◆ NOW FRESH Grain Free Small Breed Adult DOG
Low-fat, low-calorie food made with fresh ingredients
This is a low-calorie food that is low in fat while still providing plenty of protein, which is important for maintaining good health.
It also contains plenty of digestive enzymes and good bacteria, making it gentle on the stomach.
It is perfect for partners (dogs) who are concerned about calories or who have become less active.
We use ingredients that are carefully selected for freshness
Fresh turkey, duck, salmon and other raw meat and fish are the main sources of protein, and no meat meal or by-products are used.
It also contains three types of berries that are high in natural healthful compounds called phytochemicals, and over 10 types of nutrient-packed fresh vegetables and fruits.
*Click here for NOW FRESH brand introduction
What is NOW FRESH, grain-free food made with fresh ingredients?
◆ Yum Yum Yum! series
Yum Yum Yum! is a dog food created with the aim of bringing happiness to families through delicious meals every day.
To help your dog live a healthy life, we strive to provide food of the same quality as our human food, and we are particular about making food so delicious that you can actually smell the aroma of the ingredients.
The main ingredients are meat and fish, with bonito flakes, tuna flakes, and domestic kelp and shiitake mushrooms, all of which are ingredients that give Japanese dashi its umami flavor.
We use a synergistic effect of umami to bring out the flavor of the ingredients, choose domestic ingredients whenever possible, and carefully select safe, fresh, and delicious ingredients from contracted farmers whom we know personally.
Of course, no artificial colorings or flavorings are used. In order to preserve the natural flavor of the ingredients, no oil coating is used.
There are three types of soft dry snacks (chicken, tuna, and horse meat) that are suitable for all ages. They are small and easy to eat while still maintaining a moist and soft texture.
◆ Healthy dog food trial set
This is a set of premium foods that contain no dangerous additives.
With a variety of brands and ingredients, you can find the perfect one for your dog.
The set includes three types: the go! series, the gather series, and the Naturally Fresh series!
◆Product Contents
go! Carnivore Chicken Turkey + Duck Senior (100g)
go! Chicken Turkey + Duck Puppy (100g)
go! Chicken Turkey + Duck Adult (100g) gather Endless Valley (50g)
Gather Wild Ocean (50g)
Gather Freeacre (50g)
Naturally Fresh Chicken & Duck (80g)
Naturally Fresh Turkey & Rabbit (80g)
Naturally Fresh Pork & Beef (80g)
Naturally Fresh Chicken & Duck Green Lipped Mussel Plus Small Breed (80g)
◆ [Trial set] Dog food assortment set + dog food can
A trial set that adds a Ziwi series can to the above trial set!
◆Product Contents
go! Carnivore Chicken Turkey + Duck Senior (100g)
go! Chicken Turkey + Duck Puppy (100g)
go! Chicken Turkey + Duck Adult (100g) gather Endless Valley (50g)
Gather Wild Ocean (50g)
Gather Freeacre (50g)
Naturally Fresh Chicken & Duck (80g)
Naturally Fresh Turkey & Rabbit (80g)
Naturally Fresh Pork & Beef (80g)
Naturally Fresh Chicken & Duck Green Lipped Mussel Plus Small Breed (80g)
ZIWI Venison Dog Food Can (185g)
Summary: For safe and secure additive-free food, come to Bow Wow Place!
In addition to the products introduced here, we also have a wide selection of additive-free, safe and secure dog food.
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In addition to the products introduced here, we also stock a selection of additive-free treats for your beloved dogs and cats.
This time we introduced SA (service areas) where you can play with your dog - Tokai edition.
We hope you will have a wonderful time with your dog this spring.
