Airline travel
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Cowgirl
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Sedatives aren't recommended for airline travel unless absolutely necessary. It's risky to sedate because it can depress the cardiac and respiratory system.
yknotpoms
SOMD POM MOM
What size is the dog? Small enough to go as carryon? If so I like that option the best.
If not cargo isn't horrible. I have shipped many times to and from. I like most airlines, but they all have had a few bad times so you just have to be as careful as possible and read, read, read.
Most of the time you don't need a health certification flying as carryon in the states (Hawaii is an exception - no carry on to HI and dogs have to be quarantined.) if the dog isn't going to stay in the state it is going too, but you need to check with the arriving states rules as states set their own (department of agriculture generally handles this).
If the dog is to fly cargo a health certificate always needed and generally it must be within 10 days of the date of travel. They must be current on Rabies shots as well, and must be in good health. I recommend that you have Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, and de-worming all current before the pet flies.
I also DO NOT believe in sedating them most of the problems that I have heard of have happened because a dog was sedated.
If you are doing cargo...here is a couple of pointers....Put in something that smells like you in the crate...I pair of worn socks or something, freeze the water bowl you are going to attach inside the crate, this will thaw slowly and give the pup water throughout most of the trip. Put a food in a dish attached inside the crate too. I also tape a small bad of food to the top of the crate along with any papers that need to go with them to insure they are as safe as possible. I include a sheet with all my contact information on it and an alter contact from both origination and destination locations. Better to be safe then sorry.
Most airlines also have heat and cold cargo restrictions so you have to be aware of that as well. As a general guide over 80F no cargo...under 32 no cargo. Some airports also have their own rules on heat and cold and block either by temp or dates.
If you are going overseas the rules multiple even more and you maybe required to have a USDA certified health certificate. Which can be done in Annapolis, MD if required. They aren't easy to find, but they will help you get to the office. Also each country has it's own set of rules and all kinds of requirements from ISO microchips, flea and tick treatment, titers, and specialty shots are all possible requirements, as well as quarantine. Each country sets their rules and most of the time you can get this information from the countries embassy.
Bottom line ask your vet, ask the airline and ask the state you are traveling too all the questions you can think of. If you need help you can PM me and I maybe able to find a link online for you to get more information.
If not cargo isn't horrible. I have shipped many times to and from. I like most airlines, but they all have had a few bad times so you just have to be as careful as possible and read, read, read.
Most of the time you don't need a health certification flying as carryon in the states (Hawaii is an exception - no carry on to HI and dogs have to be quarantined.) if the dog isn't going to stay in the state it is going too, but you need to check with the arriving states rules as states set their own (department of agriculture generally handles this).
If the dog is to fly cargo a health certificate always needed and generally it must be within 10 days of the date of travel. They must be current on Rabies shots as well, and must be in good health. I recommend that you have Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, and de-worming all current before the pet flies.
I also DO NOT believe in sedating them most of the problems that I have heard of have happened because a dog was sedated.
If you are doing cargo...here is a couple of pointers....Put in something that smells like you in the crate...I pair of worn socks or something, freeze the water bowl you are going to attach inside the crate, this will thaw slowly and give the pup water throughout most of the trip. Put a food in a dish attached inside the crate too. I also tape a small bad of food to the top of the crate along with any papers that need to go with them to insure they are as safe as possible. I include a sheet with all my contact information on it and an alter contact from both origination and destination locations. Better to be safe then sorry.
Most airlines also have heat and cold cargo restrictions so you have to be aware of that as well. As a general guide over 80F no cargo...under 32 no cargo. Some airports also have their own rules on heat and cold and block either by temp or dates.
If you are going overseas the rules multiple even more and you maybe required to have a USDA certified health certificate. Which can be done in Annapolis, MD if required. They aren't easy to find, but they will help you get to the office. Also each country has it's own set of rules and all kinds of requirements from ISO microchips, flea and tick treatment, titers, and specialty shots are all possible requirements, as well as quarantine. Each country sets their rules and most of the time you can get this information from the countries embassy.
Bottom line ask your vet, ask the airline and ask the state you are traveling too all the questions you can think of. If you need help you can PM me and I maybe able to find a link online for you to get more information.
aps45819
24/7 Single Dad
leave him at a kennel
cattitude
My Sweetest Boy
ICit
Jam out with ur clam out
two of my LARGE dogs are allowed to fly in cabin with meShoot, I'd rather fly in a plane with a dog than with most kids.
but yes there are only a selected air lines that allow large dogs to fly in cabin and they have to be service dogs and have paperwork showing the job they do.Well CATT... I know what you are saying... I have thought about what I would do, how I would handle flying with my K-9 to a call out or training....
all I can think is how others will handle when he/she shakes.. and big sticky goobers go flying 
(I can see it now hanging from the top of the overhead compartments.... 
)
cattitude
My Sweetest Boy
big sticky goobers go flying
now hanging from the top of the overhead compartments....
better than kid vomit or green snot any day.
ICit
Jam out with ur clam out
better than kid vomit or green snot any day.
TRUE!
I can see my dumb dogs wanting to say HELLO to everyone...
I would go for a mild sedtation ..... for them and MYSELF!!!
:canihaveadrink:
aps45819
24/7 Single Dad
Shoot, I'd rather fly in a plane with a dog than with most kids.
I think it's illegal to leave your kids in a kennel while you travel.
... and kids might actually benefit from experiencing new places, food and scenery but a dog won't.
Palominolover
New Member
If you can't do carry on with your dog, and must put him in cargo
I would recommend Continental, as they have climate control
cargo area.
I would recommend Continental, as they have climate control
cargo area.
ICit
Jam out with ur clam out
If someone is "traveling" or going on a vacation... I really dont understand why they would take their pet?
I wouldnt if I was getting away.... but if I were flying with one of mine.. Trust me.. its for a good reason.. Im just lucky they "would be allowed" to fly up there with me. My worry would be keeping them entertained for the trip.
J
jp2854
Guest
would this be the bloodhounds you are talking about? One of the customers who comes in the store has one and when he gets excited u can hear him howling and carrying on at the store even though they live over 1 mile away so now when i take bruno out she goes with her leash on because she wants to go find the dog that is making all the noise.
migtig
aka Mrs. Giant
She's my baby.
Sometimes she goes in the kennel (which I call the spa) and sometimes she goes on vacation too. 
ICit
Jam out with ur clam out
She's my baby.
I would take mine on vacation if it was local OR I was driving... but to fly them it does tend to be rough on them... unlike humans they cant release the pressure in their ears like we can. I even notice a difference when going thru the mountains with my guys....
(oh mine would love the "spa"... but the "spa" would want to send them home.. FAST!)
Thanks to all for your advice. Putting him in a kennel for the time I will be away would be as expensive if not more than flying him. And why the hell would I want to "get away" from my guy? That's like a parent leaving their kid. Would you really leave your pet at a kennel for two weeks? I want him to meet the family. I have checked the airlines but didn't think about needing to check the state regulations. Once again thanks
Cowgirl
Well-Known Member
Parents need time away too!