I am moving across the country and need my bird to fly with me. What affordable pet carrier can I take with me into the cabin of the plane? Are there any made for birds or do I have to get a "small animal" carrier? Where is the best/cheapest place to buy them?
2006-10-18 16:53:01 · 7 answers · asked by eclipse 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
It depends greatly on the airline. I would check with them to see what they require.
As a rule, however, when you look for a carrier, try getting one that is as enclosed as possible. Some come with a cage door on top and in the front, this isn’t that great since the more they can see, the more a bird can stress.
Depending on the length of the flight you would want to hold off on giving them food and water. You can place a small amount of fresh fruit in a bowl for him. That should provide enough subsidence and liquid over the length of a moderate flight.
2006-10-19 04:53:24 · answer #1 · answered by lerxstwannabe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whatever carrier you get, definitely put a cover over it. 1) to keep the bird quiet 2) under less stress 3) to keep drafts off
Airlines have different regulations about pets on board. Some of them charge extra - even a LOT extra. Once you find out what the regulations are, get a printed copy of the regulations, and take it with you. Then you have proof if they hassle you at boarding.
Here's an interesting article about birds travelling, but NOTE it will not be up to date on current regulations or prices http://www.birdsnways.com/wisdom/ww9eii.htm
Good luck! I moved from California to Ohio in a U-Haul truck, with 2 birds in cages in the front of the truck, as well as tropical fish. Fun....
http://www.petflight.com/airlines Here's a better (more current)listing
2006-10-19 12:04:15 · answer #2 · answered by judy a 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe Delta allows small pets on board in a suitable carrier. I think they have to big enough for the pet to stand and turn around in with good venilation. Pet stores have small bird carriers. Good luck!
2006-10-19 01:20:11 · answer #3 · answered by 7thWave 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all you will have to get a health certificate from your vet to fly the bird, second of all, you will need a small dog crate, air line approved with screen windows, food and water in travel bowls. 3rd You will have to buy it a ticket to have the bird flown and pay for yours seperatly because they dont allow live animals to be carried onto the plane to sit in your lap. It has to be shipped threw the air lines and picked up at the airport once it arrives. GOOD LUCK I hear delta air lines have the best rates and safest travel facilities in the nation.
2006-10-20 20:43:03 · answer #4 · answered by reasonable-sale-lots 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best bet is to call the airline and your vet and ask them. There are all sorts of carriers, one I've seen looks like a hamster carrier with a perch in the middle. Heck, you may be able to carry your little buddy on board with you (but I doubt it). Good Luck!
2006-10-19 00:04:17 · answer #5 · answered by Angela M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Different airlines have different rules so you need to get specific info from the airline. Quite a few airlines do not allow livestock of any kind in the cabin.
2006-10-19 04:24:21 · answer #6 · answered by huggz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would check with airlines about what kind of carrier that you need to transport your bird.
2006-10-19 01:38:12 · answer #7 · answered by Jusme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋