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Originally Posted by CaraJo  I'm SO nervous that something will happen and Lillie won't get to come with us. American Airlines is SO strict with their pet policy (understandable) but I need to make sure I get the right carrier for her...anyone have any ideas/suggestions?
Also, I know she will be one nervous little bug and someone told me to slip her 1/2 a benedryl...that makes ME nervous I don't ever give her anything foreign so maybe I'll check with the vet.
Anyone ever travel with their furkids? |
I did hours and hours of research on airline-approved carriers and ended up getting the
Teafco Argo Aero-Pet Carrier . It's definitely not cheap (86 bucks on Amazon) but it's incredibly well-made and from what I've heard will fit under a seat. A big selling point for me was that it's virtually indestructible from the inside, and since some Yorkies like to dig or chew, this was a must.
Other factors I wanted were soft sides, openings on both the top and the front of the carrier, a shoulder strap, a pocket for supplies, and good ventilation.
If you can't afford the one I bought, Teafco makes other airline approved carriers that are less expensive.
I feel your pain - I'm nervous about the first time I travel with Baxter (and I don't even have him yet!) but I have a feeling that it's like ripping off a band-aid. You just have to close your eyes and do it, and then you realize it's not so bad.