I already asked the airlines about what I need etc...I know that...I was just wondering if someone had a good experience with such move and with which airlines? I contacted petmovers.com etc and would like to know if anyone has any experience with them. Please dont advise me to leave him here because that is not an option. I am moving to India permanently and will not, under any conditions, leave my dog here or give him up for adoption. Let me know what you guys know about such travel? Any information will be very much appreciated.
2006-09-16 15:59:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Well, I flew with my cat from Manila to LA - in the same airplane (Philippine Airlines). Most Internatinal carriers will have some stipulation about taking your pet with you on the flight. Some (a very few) allow small pets in cabin with you. Most however will take your beloved pet as "cargo" but such airlines will have a special pressurized area in the cargo bay for live animals. Before you book your flight, ask the airlines about their pet in flight policy. They will tell you what you need to know over the phone. For example, they will have specific kennel dimensions as per your pet's body weight. At the airport, you check your pet in as "luggage" and they will inform the pilot and cabin attendants that they have a "live animal on board" and they will ready the special cargo bay area for live animals. Before your flight, it will be good to call the Indian Embassy and find out what kind of paper work they will need for you to be able to get your pet dog in - most counties will want complete vaccination papers and an "export permit" from your home country. Yeah- no kidding. Usually, your vet will be able to help you out with these things. It's not as hard as it sounds. With my pet cat, I called a few airlines, bought the specified kennel; got my vet to do the documentation and obtain the permits; booked the flight; checked in at the airport; hug on to my pet right until boarding time to make sure the steward persaonnaly carried the cat carrier to the special cargo bay and then we flew... landed in LA and my beloved Kaffe was fine! (of course, I had to give him 1/4 of a "calming pill" that the vet gave me for the cat. Hope this helps.
2006-09-16 16:20:32 · answer #1 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I applaud you for taking your dog with you! To many people see their pets as expendable and just dump them at a shelter when they become an inconvenience. The only thing that I can tell you is that they have to have a health certificate from a veterinarian before they can leave the country. Other than that, I have no idea.
Good luck in you new endeavor though, I hope to make it there some day! I hear that India is a beautiful place, and I love the music and culture.
2006-09-16 16:15:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if they still do it, but years ago a friend of mine was able to take her dog on board with her because it was a certain small size. She had to keep the dog in a carrier next to her at all times.
But if you can't have the dog with you and if it has to go into a holding area on the plane, make sure you hang a tag or write your traveling itinerary on the dog carrier so that if, God forbid, they misplace your dog, the tag will have the flight numbers and time schedule on it. Also, have a hang tag on your dog's collar or harness with your contact information on it.
I understand your apprehension over this. I traveled from Europe to the Us with a German shepherd. I was a nervous wreck until I had the dog on the ground.
It would be nice if you could charter a private plane, then you wouldn't have to worry so.
2006-09-16 17:22:40 · answer #3 · answered by Call Me Babs 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Continental Airlines seem to have the best reputation when it comes to transporting pets, both domestically and internationally.. Make sure you follow the guidelines for pet carriers, and get all the paperwork filled out correctly by your vet.. I am a vet tech, and we deal with international travelling pets all the time - I would say 90% go with Continental... I have had clients use Petmovers in the past and have heard nothing bad about them - they seem to do a good job.. Depending on your dog, it may be a good idea to get a sedative for him to help with the stress of travel...Good luck and safe travelling!
2006-09-16 16:14:04 · answer #4 · answered by EJ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some airlines let you have them with you, but I would probably just board him/her under the plane, but make sure her health is up to date. Get her shots, and make sure that she is very healthy, sometimes doggies can get cough and wahtnot from other dogs on the plane. Hope it helps!
2006-09-16 16:08:30 · answer #5 · answered by Ellem E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say he is not a terrorist and that he can drive planes in an emergency
2006-09-16 16:18:10 · answer #6 · answered by A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-02 17:30:34 · answer #7 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋