I've flown with puppies quite a few times and it has never been a problem. It seems that when the puppy is in his or her soft sided crate under the seat, they will tend to sleep the whole time. Normally the people around me didn't even know I had the puppy. I have never sedated my puppy or dog. My vet feels that this isn't necessary. But with an older dog, I can understand how just a very slight sedation that just "relaxes" the dog might be good. No one has EVER ask me to walk my dog so that they see how he or she is doing. When going through security, I would just carry the puppy through the "gate" with me, while the carry-on dog bag goes through the x-ray machine. Then I put the puppy back in the carry on after getting through security. You should find it is not any problem. I always bring a leash and collar with me, as I will usually just let the puppy out of the carry-on, right by me, when we are just waiting to get on the plane. Keeping the puppy or dog awake at that time might be why they will sleep better on the plane. Enjoy your Travels! |