How To Travel By Air With a Pet
- October 23, 2009
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Writer
Erin_Lawrimore
Music
James Panepinto
Voice Over Artist
Robyn Ferrari
Follow these steps to keep your pet safe while you’re on a plane.
You Will Need
- Health and vaccination records
- A heavy-duty travel crate
- Appropriate crate labels
- An old towel, shirt, or cushion
Step 1: Contact the airline
Contact the airline directly to make arrangements for your pet. Airlines often restrict the number of pets that can be on a single flight.
Book a flight in the morning or evening when the weather is cooler, and avoid travel during busy times like holidays and weekends to avoid long delays.
Step 2: Learn the airline's procedure
Learn about any specific rules or regulations from the airline. Check to see if they allow small pets in the cabin.
Step 3: Get current health certificates and vaccination records
Get copies of current health certificates and vaccination records from your veterinarian. Keep one copy with you, and one secured to your pet’s crate.
Don’t sedate your dog unless your veterinarian tells you to. Pets will be better able to regulate their body temperature if they’re awake.
Step 4: Buy a pet crate
Buy a heavy-duty, USDA-approved pet crate. Add large labels indicating the contents and your contact information.
Step 5: Put a cushion in the crate
Put a towel, an old shirt, or other cushion in the bottom of the pet’s crate to keep them comfortable during the trip.
Avoid feeding your pet for three to four hours before flying to limit the chance of motion sickness.
Step 6: Follow airline regulations
Follow your airline’s regulations regarding boarding your pet.
Step 7: Pick up your pet
Pick up your pet at the baggage claim area. Take them outside for a bathroom break, and give them a little treat for being a good traveler.
The smallest dog ever was a Yorkshire Terrier. He weighed only 4 ounces and measured 3½ inches from the tip of his nose to his tail.
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Comments (2)
Good advice! However, the USDA does not regulate pet travel crates. IATA Live Animal Regulations oversee all of the crating requirements for live animals traveling by air.
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over 2 years ago by PetRelocation
its good ^_^
about 1 year ago by cornel
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