“The dog ate my homework” might be an old cliché, but “the dog ate my passport” can be a real-life travel nightmare. I’ll never forget when a friend showed up to the airport for a fabulous international vacation, only to discover that her pet had chewed up her passport to the point that it was no longer acceptable for travel. And it’s not just our four-legged friends who can do serious harm. Spilled coffee, a laundry mishap or an unfortunately timed rainstorm can all render your passport