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Pet Travel Tips
Traveling with Your Pet
Veterinarians and breeders alike agree that having a kennel in
the car is essential for pet and owner safety and for visits to
the veterinarian. Pets, like their owners, are susceptible to
injury while traveling as passengers in vehicles. Therefore, to
make your pet's traveling experience as pleasant and safe as
possible and kennel up! People should never forget to buckle up
and your pet is no exception!
You wouldn't travel with your child unprotected in a car, so why
would you travel like this with your best friend? Although your
pet might be a bit steadier on his feet than a child, he can
just as easily get injured if you're forced to make a sudden
stop. An unrestrained pet can crash through the windshield or
out of a window, or get thrown from the vehicle or the back of a
pickup. So take the initiative 'kennel up' and protect your pet
with a portable kennel, carrier, or doggie car seat.
During travel, your pet's kennel is his first-class seat so you
want him to be as comfortable as possible. Give him a
familiar-smelling chew toy or blanket to help him feel extra
safe and secure, especially if he is not accustomed to long car
trips. If he is not used to traveling, begin by taking short
trips to "fun" places like a nearby park or pet store. Because
dogs learn by association, connecting "fun" with the car will
make for a much happier traveler.
During visits to the veterinarian, the whole process is much
easier if your pet is confined and safe in his kennel. If
necessary, he may be treated in his "hospital room", which makes
movement restriction and administering medication and packs much
easier. Your pet will definitely appreciate it and so will his
vet!
Tips: * Take your pet to his potty area before placing him in his kennel for travel. * Never leave your pet unattended in a car. * If your dog must ride in the back of a pickup, be sure to secure the kennel so it doesn't slide around. * Kennel up with a Portable Kennel for your pet's safety and your own peace of mind!
Requirements for Domestic Airline Travel: If your trip requires that you travel by plane, be aware that airlines have certain requirements that must be met before you can actually board your pet. Call the airline well in advance and ask them about their requirements, which may differ slightly from other airlines. Doing so will eliminate a lot of unnecessary stress for both you and your pet! Know the following regulations BEFORE you arrive at the airport:
* All kennels must be equipped with food and water and
container(s), proper ventilation, lockable door
latch(s), and a sign that reads "LIVE ANIMAL - This Side Up"
placed on top of the kennel.
* Airlines require a health certificate, no more than 7-10 days
old, ensuring your pet's good health and vaccination record
(necessary for both cargo and cabin areas).
* Airlines have a one-pet-per-passenger policy.
* Airlines recommend pets wear an ID tag indicating a phone
number in case of an emergency.
* The FAA requires that animals remain in their kennels at all
times while on board the plane.
* The U.S. Department of Agriculture regulates how many animals
the airlines can allow in the passenger cabin on a given flight
(an advance reservation for your pet is therefore essential).
Tips:
Restrict your pet's food and water 4 hours before departure to
minimize his urge to potty.
Freeze the water so it will thaw by the time your pet is thirsty
but won't splash out during loading or unloading.
Line the kennel with shredded paper or towels in case of an
accident.
Consider a mid-week or late-night flight, it usually has fewer
passengers. Portable Kennels that are airline approved We HIGHLY recommend you pick up your pet when you buy a puppy from us and fly them back as carry on WITH YOU. This will not only ensure better safety, less stress on your little puppy. Bring Nutrical with you incase your puppy needs a boost to keep it from becoming hypoglycemic.
We recommend Continental Pet Safe as a very good choice for pet travel.
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