Taking pup on Airplane

[LuvMySissy]

Originally Posted by Roxy 87

I didn't know you had to pay to get health certificates. What's all on it?

It is a special form and that is the name of it. All vets have the form and it is used specifically for traveling and when selling a pet as a type of certification from your vet - which is why most vets charge for it and insist on seeing the animal first.

The information is contains is actually pretty basic - stating the pet is healthy and is good condition and it also secifies current shots/dates, etc. It also contains the name of the pet, name/address of the owner, where you are traveling to and then the vet's name/address/license and the vet signs it.

[TresCutePiggies]

Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

If the person over the phone told you to you should get a travel certificate, DO IT. Why risk being turned away after you already payed the money for your own ticket??

Furthermore, when I was making travel arrangements for me and Kaji, they told me it's not just the airline's guidelines I should follow, but also the state I am entering as well. I know it sounds like a lot, but a simple travel certificate, or a health certificate (whatever your vet calls it) that you get no more than 7 days before your flight will qualify most airlines, and states pet travel requirements.

Yes, this. Most airlines don't actually require the health certificate to fly in the cabin, but the state you are traveling to/from may require one. I have never been asked to show one, but I can't imagine chancing it and then being stuck somewhere, or worse yet what happens to my girls if it is the state's Department of Agriculture asking me?

I wouldn't chance it. It's no big deal. You just go to the vet and they look over your dog, make sure they don't have any infectious diseases and sign the form with all their vaccination dates on them.

[TresCutePiggies]

Originally Posted by kay6688

I have flown with Southwest - no health cert. required & I have flown AA-they say they require them, but didn't check it when we flew out or landed...they asked for it when I was leaving TX to go back to MO!!! I am flying Delta this Nov. with them to the Keys-it doesn't say I need a Health Cert. w/Delta.
P.S. they were both fine in the carrier together- I did buy a calming tag that I attached inside the carrier since it was Macy's 1st time.

Kay, you'll need it since you are flying into FL. Delta actually only requires it when they fly cargo. I would hate for you to get stuck somewhere with Jax & Macy. Who knows what kind of trouble Miss Macy could get herself into?

Importing Dogs, Cats, and Pet Birds into Florida: Frequently Asked Questions, Division of Animal Industry - FDACS

[DvlshAngel985]

Originally Posted by LuvMySissy

It is a special form and that is the name of it. All vets have the form and it is used specifically for traveling and when selling a pet as a type of certification from your vet - which is why most vets charge for it and insist on seeing the animal first.

The information is contains is actually pretty basic - stating the pet is healthy and is good condition and it also secifies current shots/dates, etc. It also contains the name of the pet, name/address of the owner, where you are traveling to and then the vet's name/address/license and the vet signs it.

That's all it is. My vet has a program where she types in his info, all her info is all ready to go, Kaji's picture is on the form, and all she does is hit print and sign. It will cost you an office visit.

[Tenderhearted]

Checking the airline's website about traveling in the cabin with your pet is good solid advice. I have flown internationally with my Yorkie, and this saved me a lot of headaches! Keep in mind too that if your pet barks, you could be asked to get off the plane! Take along some soft chewy treats to keep your pet calm. Also, get your pet accustomed to the bag he/she travels in way before it's time to go! Some airlines are extremely sensitive about dogs in the cabin. Try to follow their rules by-the-letter, including required paperwork. My vet said that even flying from state-to-state there can be different rules for air travel with pets. It is advisable to see the vet and get everything in order within the required time frame. It can be costly, but if you want your pet flying with you, you'll have to consider the cost as part of your peace of mind. We traveled to Africa (over 30 hours travel time) and Anna was an angel. Some of the airlines weren't! But we managed to get there and back. I hope you and your pet have a great trip!!

[Roxy 87]

Originally Posted by LuvMySissy

It is a special form and that is the name of it. All vets have the form and it is used specifically for traveling and when selling a pet as a type of certification from your vet - which is why most vets charge for it and insist on seeing the animal first.

The information is contains is actually pretty basic - stating the pet is healthy and is good condition and it also secifies current shots/dates, etc. It also contains the name of the pet, name/address of the owner, where you are traveling to and then the vet's name/address/license and the vet signs it.

Ah, okay. That's what I thought but wanted to make sure. My vet doesn't charge me for one.

[Rhetts_mama]

It may be a pain ( and extra expense to get one). But if it ends up saving you the cost of having to miss the flight, it's well worth it.

[celstu1]

The first time I flew with my dogs, noone even knew I had them. I paid the fee, got the certs and all that stuff. I flew from NH to Chicago, then Chicago to Albuquerque. The flight attendants on the way there, both legs made me leave the bag under my seat and not even like look at the dogs. On the way home the first leg they did the same thing, but the second leg the flight attendant said "Are those dogs?" I said yes and she said "NO dog flies in a bag on MY flight, let them out and just keep them with you!" I was thrilled and they loved it. They got to look around and then just slept on my lap.

Another flight I had was a nightmare. The people in ABQ charged me for a dog and then never processed the ticket. When I landed in Chicago, they asked me for my carrier ticket which fell off the bag then looked it up and couldn't find the record, they delayed me in Chicago for 5 hours and made me go down and purchase 2 more tickets and another carrier. Thankfully I had my bf with me so he was able to claim a dog else I don't know how I would have gotten home, United doesn't allow 2 pets per person, only 1. I will probably not fly united again with the dogs. Southwest costs a bit more for me but they are A TON more accomodating with pets. In 2 separate carriers my little boy was a wreck! He pratically ate his way out of the carrier when he was alone in it from stress, he cried the whole 2.5 hour flight, he was wet, panting and shaking and the flight attendant from hell kept telling me to push him under the seat. I finally told her I was going to have a dead dog if I didn't try to keep him calm by petting him but keeping him in the bag. **Phew** NEVER AGAIN will I fly united with them. WAY too stressful for all of us! I even gave him 2mls of benedryl TWICE and he would not calm down!

Like 2 small dogs in 1 carrier are going to disrupt the WHOLE PLANE? It was sooo unnecessary of them to be like that! They were more disruptive separated than they would have been together! Plus I don't like the fact that I had 2 separate carriers to worry about in case something happened. Southwest lets them both on in 1 carrier!

[MyBabyFynnlie]

Originally Posted by NatNatt

Thanks for all your replys. I am flying United Airlines and its only a 2 hour flight IF even that. Im coming from Tampa to VA. Its 125$ Each way!! Expensive but I just feel more comfortable bringing him then leaving him with someone. I always worry about him like a child. Is there anything I can do to make this trip as stress free as possible for him. I wanna information about this as possible because this is my first and I want to make it right.

Thanks all

You say in this thread that you worry about him like a child. But, in another, you want to breed him to a 3lb rescued female where both you and the female's owner inexperienced in breeding. You asked for advice and when people started to help, you got upset because they weren't telling you to go for it, instead they were giving you a list of "What Ifs?".

You want to make his traveling right but what about the rest of his life? I just don't get it.

Get him neutered and tell the other woman that breeding her 3lb female could be fatal for her and her pups.

[DvlshAngel985]

Originally Posted by MyBabyFynnlie

You say in this thread that you worry about him like a child. But, in another, you want to breed him to a 3lb rescued female where both you and the female's owner inexperienced in breeding. You asked for advice and when people started to help, you got upset because they weren't telling you to go for it, instead they were giving you a list of "What Ifs?".

You want to make his traveling right but what about the rest of his life? I just don't get it.

Get him neutered and tell the other woman that breeding her 3lb female could be fatal for her and her pups.

I'm speechless.....
Not at you Jessica, but I guess it's not surprising given the history.

[Keno]

Originally Posted by MyBabyFynnlie

You say in this thread that you worry about him like a child. But, in another, you want to breed him to a 3lb rescued female where both you and the female's owner inexperienced in breeding. You asked for advice and when people started to help, you got upset because they weren't telling you to go for it, instead they were giving you a list of "What Ifs?".

You want to make his traveling right but what about the rest of his life? I just don't get it.

Get him neutered and tell the other woman that breeding her 3lb female could be fatal for her and her pups.

Good advice!!! But will she listen????

[Deuce]

Originally Posted by Keno

Good advice!!! But will she listen????

Of course not http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...irlfriend.html

[Rachael x]

Originally Posted by Deuce

Of course not http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...irlfriend.html

..... *shakes head*

[MyBabyFynnlie]

*sigh* I'm so sad for these two pups. I really am. *shakes head*

[mmgustilo]

Originally Posted by NatNatt

So I just booked a ticket for my baby to come with me home on the 20th of this month. Im kinda freaking out because this will be the first time for me. I want to make sure I have everything I need for him (paper wise, records) whatever to get on. Is there anything you would suggest I would bring?? They said something like health records 13 days from departure??n Also I have a gym bag look alike thing for my baby with holes in it...its made for small dogs. Would that be ok to bring him in it?? Please let me know..

I took my 15 pound, 16 year old yorkie about 2 months ago. Unfortunately, his not around anymore, but I'm glad I took him on vacation with me. They didn't ask for papers or anything else. I just brought a plastic container containing water and some doggy snacks. You have to buy an airline regulated pet carrier, they're not going to accept the gym bag.