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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots  My vet told me that those types of sprays are similar to scented candles for humans. They may calm you, they may not. I know scented candles don't really work for me. Have you talked to your vet about a very mild sedative? If that makes you uncomfortable, purchase one of the products in the links above and test it before your flight. |
I'm adverse to a sedative. I've read it can affect breathing and such at high altitudes. Plus, she's so small I would never want to drug her. I thought the sprays might be a safe alternative. I wish we could test it, but I'm not sure how that would work as my mum picking her up (so she's only going one way, back home with us!). Would my mom test it before she got back on the plane? Would it hurt her if we just used it right out, since it will either help or it won't?
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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots What airline are you flying? I am a HUGE advocate of Dog Jaunt : Traveling with a small dog and through the web owners help with various traveling issues with my dog, we have become friends. Please review her site and feel free to contact her. I'm happy to put you in touch.
With the help of Mary-Alice (dogjaunt), I was finally able to take my Cooper on his first flight. Feel free to read about our experience together: Traveling With My Small Dog On An Airplane |
I was thinking of booking AirTran because they 1. go to where we need to go 2. have the lowest in-cabin fee I have found (at $69 one way). 3. I called ahead and assured that even with the layover I'd only have to pay the $69 once. I know that sometimes you have to pay it when you switch planes. 4. I called ahead and they should accept the Sturdibag (we'll see about that though) 5. the tickets themselves were decently priced.
That's great! She seems really awesome (from her writing anyway). I've been reading her blog, but there's a lot to get through! She's the only reason I considered the Sturdibag. Her reviews are great! I was so happy to find the site.
Oh! I read that article already
I found it extremely helpful and informative. Thank you for writing it!!!
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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots My absolute most important piece of advice - bring a photo of Rylie Rose! She will be stowed under the seat in front of you and the folks sitting beside you will wonder what the heck is in the bag. Whip out the picture and voila! They are thrilled to be traveling with such a cutie, plus it puts them at ease as well. |
That is such a great tip! I already wrote it down in my file when I saw it in your article before I even posted it in this thread. I never would have thought of it if I hadn't read it though! It is such a smart, simple tip.
It makes so much sense, you think I would have thought of that. Especially being a proud new mama and all, ha! :P