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''Pet E.R. Guide'' Provides Emergency Resource for Travelers Who Take Four-Legged Friends on the Road


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VENTURA, Calif. March 20, 2008; Trailer Life Books, a leading publisher of books, magazines and guides that serve North America’s recreation vehicle (RV) enthusiasts, has introduced the “Pet E.R. Guide,” a book designed to provide contact information for 24-hour and after-hour veterinary facilities throughout the United States.

The 200-page guide provides information to help travelers plan ahead and locate care for their pets in the event of an injury, illness or emergency. It also includes a “pet travel checklist” to identify the necessities to keep pets happy, safe and comfortable on their next journey.

“Pets are an important part of the family. Being prepared and well informed before a pet emergency occurs can help traveling pet owners confidently obtain the medical care their pet needs,” said Cindy Halley, associate publisher, Trailer Life Directory & Books. “Whether at home or on the road, the “Pet E.R. Guide” provides pet owners the means to quickly locate a facility that is open and nearby. This is critical since every second counts in an emergency.”

The “Pet E.R. Guide” provides the following information:

    * State-by-state listings of 24-hour and after-hour veterinary facilities in the United States
    * Name, address, city, county and state of facilities
    * Local telephone and fax numbers within the listings
    * Web site addresses and hours of operation
    * American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ (ASPCA) list of 10 of the most common poisonous and non-toxic plants
    * Guidance on emergency and evacuation planning for pets
    * Questions to ask when making initial contact with a veterinary facility
    * Pet record pages to help document critical information about pets
    * More than 100 delightful pet photos

Affinity, the nation’s largest provider of outdoor clubs, media and events, is the parent company of Trailer Life Books. To learn more about “Pet E.R. Guide” or to order a copy of the book with a 10 percent discount off of the $19.95 cover price, visit www.TrailerLifeDirectory.com or call toll free at 1-800-766-1674.

About Affinity

Affinity, www.affinitygroup.com, is the nation’s largest provider of outdoor clubs, media and events that service the safety, security, comfort and convenience needs of the North American recreational vehicle (RV) and outdoor enthusiast market. By providing information, insights, and resources, the company champions the fun, freedom, and adventure of recreation in motion. The company works to enhance its customers’ recreational experiences and build the communities that share and promote their fun and adventurous lifestyles.

Affinity is organized into four different business units – Affinity Media, Affinity Clubs, Affinity Events and Affinity Ventures. Their corporate headquarters are located in Ventura, Calif. Subsidiary operations and divisions can be found at multiple locations throughout the United States.