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Originally Posted by alaskayorkie Do any of you give your Yorkies sedatives for flights? I tried it, decided I was against it because I didn't like the glassy look in his eyes, but my vet persuaded me that it is better for the dog to be on a mild sedative than to be upset, yelping and scratching at his container for hours at a time. He assured me that the sedative he gave me was mild. This last flight I went on was the best. The sedative leaves him alert, just relaxed. I was glad I did it. |
Here is what American Airlines website says about sedation:
"Sedation
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, in most cases cats and dogs should not be given sedatives or tranquilizers prior to flying. An animal's natural ability to balance and maintain equilibrium is altered under sedation, which can be dangerous when the kennel is moved.
Whether flying as a cabin or checked pet, animals are exposed to increased altitude pressures, which can create respiratory and cardiovascular problems for dogs and cats which are sedated or tranquilized. Brachycephalic or snub-nosed dogs and snub-nosed cats are especially affected."
http://www.aa.com/content/travelInfo...horEvent=false