Flying with your dog requires a little more planning than traveling solo or with a human travel partner. To simplify what you need to do, use the following helpful dog travel check list.
1.If you plan to travel with your dog, book a direct flight. Not to mention, it will reduce the possibility of your dog being mishandled by baggage staff or being left behind. During your booking reservation inquire about the airlineÕs restrictions on transporting animals.
2. Set up an appointment with your dog's veterinarian for a check-up, Update your canineÕs vaccinations if they are not current. While at the veterinarian, coordinate the details of obtaining a health certificate from the veterinarian. The health certificate must be dated within 10 days of your departure.
3. Buy a USDA-approved shipping crate adequately sized to be conducive for your dogÕs travel (stand, sit and turn) around in comfortably. (Pet supply store, airlines and warehouse clubs sell shipping crates.
4. Prior to the day you leave, remember to freeze a small tray or dish of water for your dog. This will prevent the water from spilling during boarding/loading. Affix a diminutive packet/pouch of dried food outside your dogÕs crate.
5. For identification purposes, tape an updated photograph of your dog onto the top of the crate. In case your pet breaks out of the carrier, the photo can be a lifesaver. (Do not forget to place a photo of your dog in your wallet.
6. Before you leave for the airport, remember to place a collar as well as an identification tag on your dog. In the event of a canine escape, the collar should include destination information in.
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