Taking Small Dogs On Planes - What You Need To Know

Several air carriers permit small dogs on planes.
Each airline has its'own requirements, therefore
it is better to call the individual air carrier
on which you'd rather fly. You can usually get a
summary of the rules or requirements. In any
case, it will be important to make reservations
for your pet, as the air carriers will often
have a set limit regarding number of animals per
cabin. Each airline has a toll-free number and
web site.

You must take your pet to a vet, no around ten
days from your departure date to make sure all
the vaccinations are current and to get a
duplicate of the vaccination records to give the
airline ticket agent. At the same time, have the
vet make sure your pet has good health and up to
air travel. Some people believe dogs and cats
shouldn't travel due the altitude differences
and staying in a carrier for long periods of
time;nevertheless, a veterinarian will give you
good advice on this issue.

Your dog must also have a collar with name
address, and telephone number and tags showing
evidence of shots. It is additionally an
excellent idea to have your pet micro-chipped ,
should the dog collar comes off or your dog gets
split up from you. The Humane Society, kennels
and even animal shelters make use of scanners to
read the chips which have been inserted. This
procedure is not unpleasant for your dog and
isn't prohibitive as far as price tag. Many
times this process has shown to be the
difference in locating your pet or losing him
forever.

A carrier is another necessity. Once again,
they vary from a Sherpa (soft exterior with
fleece protector mat inside) to a hard shell dog
crate. There should be very good air flow as well
as a durable luggage tag with pets name, address
and telephone number ( both home and vacation
destination).

On the Plane:

Have a container of water and normal size bowl,
as your dog may get parched. Water is essential,
nevertheless take a small amount of food inside
a zip-lock baggie. Some attendants will let you
go ahead and take pet out of the carrier and put
him in your lap; however, as far as we know, none
of them allow this during meal services, even if
it's just beverage and pretzels. In addition,
put one of your dog's favorite toys inside the
carrier as, just like children, they will really
like a recognizable item.

Only one more thing before getting your small
dogs on planes. When going through security, it
is mandatory that you take your dog out of the
carrier and go through security holding him.
That said, be sure to put a lead on the pet in
the event he gets scared and leaps from your
arms.

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Mr. Santos is a retired executive living in the
Northeastern U.S.. With over 25 years of
experience traveling with dogs on planes, cars,
and even boats. He now contributes to a popular
website completely devoted to dog travel. For
more important travel tips, please visit his
website => http://doggietravelinfo.com

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