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alyssakristenx3 08-02-2011 11:45 AM
Is it safe for a pregnant dog to fly ?
 
My friends yorkie is pregnant . She is leaving to the Dominican republic on august 5th . The dog will be exactly 60 days pregnant when they come back on the 25th of august . I keep advising her it can be very dangerous for her to fly with her yorkie but she thinks she will be fine .

Advice ! What should I tell her ?!?!

bellababy08 08-02-2011 12:23 PM
I'm not sure about dogs...but I do know its not safe to travel at all in the last trimester of human pregnancy...so I would think it would be the same for a dog...What if her Bitch goes into labor and whelps, while she is in the Dominican republic, she won't be able to travel home for many weeks if that happens or if she goes into labor on the flight home..Flying with any pet is very stressful on them...the flight to the Dominican republic could cause her to go into premature labor and loss all the pups...A Bitch could go into labor and whelp puppies anytime after day 58....way to risky!!

bellababy08 08-02-2011 12:35 PM
I would tell your friend to leave her bitch with a breeder she trust or board her at the Vets or cancel vacation all together for the safety of her bitch and pups, better yet!...Why did she even breed her if she knew she would be on vacation at whelping time? Thats was very irresponsible of her IMO.

ArmaniMan 08-02-2011 12:36 PM
Why would someone go on vacation when they had a pregnant bitch at home? and then to want to take the dog with you?!

This is why most people shouldn't breed- it requires sacrifice.

Taryn0405 08-02-2011 12:37 PM
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Originally Posted by bellababy08 (Post 3620276)
I would tell your friend to leave her bitch with a breeder she trust or board her at the Vets or cancel vacation all together for the safety of her bitch and pups, better yet!...Why did she even breed her if she knew she would be on vacation at whelping time? Thats was very irresponsible of her IMO.
:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Amen to that. Gotta love stupidity.

bellababy08 08-02-2011 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Taryn0405 (Post 3620279)
:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Amen to that. Gotta love stupidity.
All for that all mighty DOLLAR!!

Rhetts_mama 08-02-2011 12:46 PM
What would your friend do if the dog were to go in to distress mid flight? Why would someone think it's ok to put a pregnant dog on a flight, no matter how far off the whelp date is? Traveling, even under the best of circumstances, is stressful on a pet.

alyssakristenx3 08-02-2011 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by bellababy08 (Post 3620262)
I'm not sure about dogs...but I do know its not safe to travel at all in the last trimester of human pregnancy...so I would think it would be the same for a dog...What if her Bitch goes into labor and whelps, while she is in the Dominican republic, she won't be able to travel home for many weeks if that happens or if she goes into labor on the flight home..Flying with any pet is very stressful on them...the flight to the Dominican republic could cause her to go into premature labor and loss all the pups...A Bitch could go into labor and whelp puppies anytime after day 58....way to risky!!
-- that is what i told her . i would think it is very dangerous to fly such a small dog when pregnant . she is about 38 days into her pregnancy now . i was thinking with the elevation of the plane and the stress can make her so stressed she could maybe even go into early labor or get extremely sick .

alyssakristenx3 08-02-2011 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by bellababy08 (Post 3620276)
I would tell your friend to leave her bitch with a breeder she trust or board her at the Vets or cancel vacation all together for the safety of her bitch and pups, better yet!...Why did she even breed her if she knew she would be on vacation at whelping time? Thats was very irresponsible of her IMO.
im not sure if she knew she would be on vacation . but isnt it so dangerous she could possibly lose the pups and maybe even the mom . ?

alyssakristenx3 08-02-2011 01:02 PM
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Originally Posted by bellababy08 (Post 3620285)
All for that all mighty DOLLAR!!
with all due respect im here just to get advice for her. not to get slammed or have negative comments so if that is your motive please take them else where. thank you . im taking this very seriously and im doing my best to try and help her.

Taryn0405 08-02-2011 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by alyssakristenx3 (Post 3620306)
with all due respect im here just to get advice for her. not to get slammed or have negative comments so if that is your motive please take them else where. thank you . im taking this very seriously and im doing my best to try and help her.

The slams weren't at you. They were towards your friend. I give you credit for want to talk with her. I would just take her dog and not give it back, but I'm abrasive and can be a bit of an @$$ sometimes. ;)

Try talking to her again, if you can maybe get ahold of the vet thae cares for her dog and see if they can maybe give her a call as well.

chachi 08-02-2011 01:12 PM
It doesnt take alot of brains to know its best not to stress a dog at the end of their pregnancy and flying would stress her not to mention all the things that could go wrong if she went into labor, She sounds like some kinda breeder

alyssakristenx3 08-02-2011 01:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Taryn0405 (Post 3620310)
The slams weren't at you. They were towards your friend. I give you credit for want to talk with her. I would just take her dog and not give it back, but I'm abrasive and can be a bit of an @$$ sometimes. ;)

Try talking to her again, if you can maybe get ahold of the vet thae cares for her dog and see if they can maybe give her a call as well.
understandable. i called three different vets they all said she should not fly because she is already half way in . they said it would be a bad idea for the pups because she would most likely lose them but i do not know a way to tell her so she understands.

Rhetts_mama 08-02-2011 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by alyssakristenx3 (Post 3620321)
understandable. i called three different vets they all said she should not fly because she is already half way in . they said it would be a bad idea for the pups because she would most likely lose them but i do not know a way to tell her so she understands.
Ask her if taking a vacation is worth losing her dog. The responsible thing to do is either cancel her plans or leave the dog in the care of someone who is capable of helping her whelp safely.

OwnedByJezebel 08-02-2011 01:43 PM
I thought a vet had to fill out a health certificate in order for a dog to fly. Am I wrong? (I've never flown a dog before). If so, it would seem that she would have a difficult time getting a vet to sign off on that.

DvlshAngel985 08-02-2011 02:07 PM
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Originally Posted by OwnedByJezebel (Post 3620352)
I thought a vet had to fill out a health certificate in order for a dog to fly. Am I wrong? (I've never flown a dog before). If so, it would seem that she would have a difficult time getting a vet to sign off on that.
You do. Flying from CA to TN required a health certificate, and again when I took Kaji to Mexico. I don't think a vet would sign off on a pregnant dog flying anywhere.

Ahis_Mama 08-02-2011 02:14 PM
Can you take her dog in when she goes on vacation?

Nancy1999 08-02-2011 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by alyssakristenx3 (Post 3620321)
understandable. i called three different vets they all said she should not fly because she is already half way in . they said it would be a bad idea for the pups because she would most likely lose them but i do not know a way to tell her so she understands.
She should be able to understand that, that's pretty simple. You might also want to ask her if her ears have ever bothered her on planes, it due to the cabin pressure and the changes in pressure can make ears hurt, tummies ache, and I imagine some real discomfort for a pregnant dogs. Her unborn puppies would probably be feeling the changes in pressure too. Good for you for being involved, and if she still doesn’t listen, try to find out her flight number and call the Airline and warn them.

McheleM 08-02-2011 02:22 PM
Wouldn't take my dogs to the Dominican anyway-I went there for a midwifery trip and it's not all glitz and glamour! Besides, my dogs are English (Yorkshire). They don't speak Spanish or French or Patois. (Haitian dialect). :-)

Taryn0405 08-02-2011 02:43 PM
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Originally Posted by McheleM (Post 3620397)
Wouldn't take my dogs to the Dominican anyway-I went there for a midwifery trip and it's not all glitz and glamour! Besides, my dogs are English (Yorkshire). They don't speak Spanish or French or Patois. (Haitian dialect). :-)
Haha, sounds like something I'd say.:thumbup:

megansmomma 08-02-2011 02:52 PM
#1. Doesn't your friend have a vet to ask this question too? She does have a pregnant dog which should be seen by her vet

#2. The above mentioned vet would need to clear this dog for a flight which I doubt would happen.

#3. Does the woman have no sense whatsoever?

#4. What happens when she arrive in the Dominican Republic and the bitch wouldn't be allowed back on the plan with puppies. So then what? She will be stuck there until.......

spr377 08-02-2011 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 3620422)
#1. Doesn't your friend have a vet to ask this question too? She does have a pregnant dog which should be seen by her vet

#2. The above mentioned vet would need to clear this dog for a flight which I doubt would happen.

#3. Does the woman have no sense whatsoever?

#4. What happens when she arrive in the Dominican Republic and the bitch wouldn't be allowed back on the plan with puppies. So then what? She will be stuck there until.......
Great post! I would dare say, if she did make it to the Dominican with her dog, she would have those puppies well before day 60.......due to the stress of the flight and all. She is taking the risk of losing not only the puppies, but the mother, also.

alyssakristenx3 08-02-2011 03:04 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by OwnedByJezebel (Post 3620352)
I thought a vet had to fill out a health certificate in order for a dog to fly. Am I wrong? (I've never flown a dog before). If so, it would seem that she would have a difficult time getting a vet to sign off on that.
yes they do but when they do this it is a good for a year she has one from last yr . and it has not expired yet it expires the day after she leaves i think .

alyssakristenx3 08-02-2011 03:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Ahis_Mama (Post 3620388)
Can you take her dog in when she goes on vacation?
i can . but she says her mom wants to take her cause she doesnt trust anyone with the dog but i keep explaining it is dumb to takeee her . she can die.

DvlshAngel985 08-02-2011 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by alyssakristenx3 (Post 3620439)
yes they do but when they do this it is a good for a year she has one from last yr . and it has not expired yet it expires the day after she leaves i think .
No they're not. All certificates are good for no more than 30 days.

Certificates must be issued no more than 3 days before the flight, and are good for 30 days after it was issued. So let's say I'm leaving this Friday out of the country. The soonest I can get a certificate is today, and the latest Thursday. Then I have 30 days from the date it was issued to get me and my dog back into the US. Unless the rules changed in the last 2 months, that's what they are.

DvlshAngel985 08-02-2011 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by McheleM (Post 3620397)
Wouldn't take my dogs to the Dominican anyway-I went there for a midwifery trip and it's not all glitz and glamour! Besides, my dogs are English (Yorkshire). They don't speak Spanish or French or Patois. (Haitian dialect). :-)
Kaji might have british ancestry, but he is definitely a beaner now! :p He understands both English and Spanish.

DvlshAngel985 08-02-2011 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted by alyssakristenx3 (Post 3620439)
yes they do but when they do this it is a good for a year she has one from last yr . and it has not expired yet it expires the day after she leaves i think .
From:
Santo Domingo - Dominican Republic / www.dominicanrealestates.com

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Can I bring my pet?
It's easy to travel with a dog or cat to the Dominican Republic. But do not bring a bird as the bird needs to remain in quarantine. To bring your dog a veterinarian certificate issued for rabbies and distemper in the past 30 days of the travel date is required. At the airport in the DR you should ask for the animal control person (Sanidad Animal) in the customs area. He will examine your certificate and fill out an official entry form or permission for which you will pay less than US$10. Prior to traveling with your pet, you should call your carrier for more information and the cost of transporting your animal. You should make a reservation early because some airlines restrict how many dogs can be carried onboard. If you are flying on American Airlines make sure your connecting flight is not American Eagle in the case your pet does not fit under your airline seat. American Eagle will only transport dogs that fit onboard.
That's just one rule that must be followed, airlines have their own regulations as well.

DvlshAngel985 08-02-2011 03:34 PM
Found more:
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If you decide to bring your pet(s), please ensure the accommodations you secure for your visit allow pets on their premises. Also be aware that in some of the tourist destinations there may be stray animals, particularly dogs. If you are in fear of your pet being around stray animals, it may be wise to have your pet looked after at home during your visit. If this is not a concern, please be aware of the following requirements to bring dog(s) or cat(s) into the Dominican Republic:

A Veterinarian's certificate of vaccination against rabies , issued at least 30 days prior to entry into the Dominican Republic.
A Veterinarian's certificate of health issued within 14 days of arrival into the Dominican Republic.
If the above requirements are not met, your pet may be held in quarantine for up to 30 days, depending on your country of origin.
Upon arrival at any Dominican Republic Airport, ask for the Animal Control Person ('Sanidad Animal' in Spanish). This person will review your Veterinarian certificates and fill in the official pet entry permission form required at a cost of approximately US $10.
From Bringing Animals to Dominican Republic by Hispaniola.com

DvlshAngel985 08-02-2011 03:35 PM
Yet another:
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Dogs :
a) Anti-rabies vaccine, triple vaccine (distemper, lectopirosis, hepatitis) and parvo-virus vaccine certificates showing inoculations occurred at least 30 days prior to the arrival date of the animal but not more than one year prior to arrival.
b) Dominican Republic Veterinary Health Certificate issued within 15 days prior to the arrival date of the animal.

If these requirements are not met, your pet will be quarantined from 8 to 30 days, depending on the country of origin. For other animal species, prior authorization is required.
Pet Immigration Rules Dominican Republic - Pet Passport Dominican Republic

All three pretty much say a dog traveling to the Dominican Republic must be seen by 2 vets.

bellababy08 08-02-2011 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 3620422)
#1. Doesn't your friend have a vet to ask this question too? She does have a pregnant dog which should be seen by her vet

#2. The above mentioned vet would need to clear this dog for a flight which I doubt would happen.

#3. Does the woman have no sense whatsoever?

#4. What happens when she arrive in the Dominican Republic and the bitch wouldn't be allowed back on the plan with puppies. So then what? She will be stuck there until.......
Thats what I'm saying!!:eek:

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Originally Posted by alyssakristenx3 (Post 3620439)
yes they do but when they do this it is a good for a year she has one from last yr . and it has not expired yet it expires the day after she leaves i think .
If everyone is right, she won't be cleared to fly, being pregnant...and even if it is still good when she leaves, it will be expired by the time she wants to return home and will need another exam, most likely will not pass being PG or a very good possibility she will whelp there and have pups to young to fly...than she will be stuck there.

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Originally Posted by alyssakristenx3 (Post 3620306)
with all due respect im here just to get advice for her. not to get slammed or have negative comments so if that is your motive please take them else where. thank you . im taking this very seriously and im doing my best to try and help her.
I'm not slamming you in anyway, I apologize!! for not making that clear. I respect you for seeking advice, so you can try and talk some sense into your friend...And in asking for advice...you have to take the bad with the good...and I was just being honest.

What I see, is your friend being told its unsafe for her pregnant bitch to travel

Your friend blowing all that advice off, and saying she will be ok..I'm taking her anyways

I see that, as being selfish, greedy...and not caring about her bitch or the pups at all, just to go on a vacation...She coudl lose them all.


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