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03-06-2007, 04:42 PM | #1 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: georgia
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| Puppys flying to their new homes Do the airlines let escorted pups fly in the cabin or do they have to fly in cargo? Does it cost extra for the pup? What is the cost of shipping a pup? |
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03-06-2007, 04:46 PM | #2 |
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| flying Call ahead to check the airlines policy. most allow two per flight... I have taken many in the cabin with me..cost about $60 to 70 depends..costs quite a bit more in cargo... |
03-06-2007, 05:02 PM | #3 |
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| Thanks Yorkierose. Do you know if I would need any special kind of carrier for coach? Or would any doggie carry bag be ok? |
03-06-2007, 05:12 PM | #4 |
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| i just recently escorted one to Los Angeles. Trini and Cococ's mom's puppy. She flew right in the cabin with me in her little carrier under the seat and sometimes in the carrier on my lap. i could put my hand in and pet her and feed her. she was content on the plane but nervous on the car ride to the airport. They all have very strict policies about taking them out of the crate in flight. Different airlines charge different for in cabin pets. Continental was 95. When the ticket is booked for the escort, the pet fee must also be paid and the pet booked. You carry your receipt for the pet and health certificate with you just in case you are asked. I never was. it was an all day trip for me from kentucky but my baby got the best care. |
03-06-2007, 05:17 PM | #5 |
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| You cannot use an open carrier. it must be airline approved and usually you are limited to 9 inches high, 14 inches wide and 18 inches length. Most are in that range but some are a little higher. the one I used was 11 inches high but I sqaushed it down. I have since bought a couple of smaller ones off e-bay that are with in the height regulations. Any more questions. sorry, I am not yorkierose but thought since I had flown just three weeks ago to escort, I might be able to help you. You must have a soft sided carrier, too. Also, make sure the four top corners are soft so it can be mashed down if necessary. I had bought a cute one just the right size but had to take it back because the corners were firm. I ended up using a cheap one from Walmart. |
03-06-2007, 05:17 PM | #6 |
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| there are lots of websites and tons of info... there is a size "carry on" standard you have to follow. I took mine, in cabin as carry on for $80 each way...kinda pricey huh? http://www.petflight.com/?gclid=CJa9...FQgQYQodtCPi1Q
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03-06-2007, 06:04 PM | #7 |
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| Thanks for all the info everyone. It's been a big help. |
03-22-2007, 12:50 AM | #8 |
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| i'm needing more info about shipping |
03-22-2007, 06:13 AM | #9 |
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03-22-2007, 06:46 AM | #10 |
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| I wonder what they would do if I brought my 2 aboard the plane and in mid-flight they started having a barking fit??
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03-22-2007, 06:58 AM | #11 |
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| They would ask you to quiet them down, Thats about all they can do. You paid for them to fly and they are like a passenger. So not much more they can do! |
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