Words cannot describe how much I do not want to subject my Husky to a plane ride. However, it may be inevitable. When my husband is stationed at a Marine base, I am going to go live with him and hopefully bring my dog with me. Unfortunatey, I cannot drive for physical reasons and I am horrified of risking my baby's wellbeing by putting her in a plane. Are there any alternatives?
2007-01-27 15:57:32 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Actually I do not have any fears about flying, myself, whatsoever. I take about 4 plane trips a year without any problems whatsoever.
I understand that they take steps to make sure animals maintain a certain level of safety but it's not like tragedy's haven't occurred. My dog suffers from mild anxiety when being left under certain circumstances and I know that she would overwhelm herself by getting so upset about being crated in such an environment.
2007-01-27 22:59:22 · update #1
There are limits when animals can fly according to the weather. The hold area where the crates go can get too cold/hot depending. Have you checked on that aspect with the airlines yet?
Many rescues are lined up with transporters that help get animals from one place to another by car. Sometimes the transport is arranged by "legs". One person transports a certain distance and hands off to another person for a certain distance and so on. Animals must have a health certificate to travel across state lines. Those are the two options I know of.
You might find a nearby rescue or a husky rescue that would be able to advise. There would be fees either way or donation.
2007-01-27 16:11:00 · answer #1 · answered by pets4lifelady 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would be concerned as well. First you have to see if the airline will even let you take the dog on the plane. Second, how do you think your dog will do on the plane? This can be very stressful. I have heard horror stories and airlines are not liable for the loss of your pet in flight. I would contact different national rescue groups to see about organizing a pet transport. Many do this to get dogs into rescue that are 100's of miles away. You may also consider having a friend drive you, taking a bus, or train.
2007-01-27 16:10:50 · answer #2 · answered by Diana 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, Husky's are to large to travel under the seat in the cabin. Therefore, she would have to travel in the baggage. You need to call different airlines and see what there polices are. Most breeders fly their animals all over the country and sometimes the world to mate with another animal. You do need to realize animals fly everyday, you just need to make sure the temperature is OK for flying. If it is in the spring or fall, your dog needs a mid morning or afternoon flight with no changes of aircraft. I was a Vet Tech for 18 years and the only dogs we lost to airline travel were 2 very small breeds that were on the tarmac for a long period of time changing planes. I also think it's a good idea to freeze water and put in in the crate with the animal. That way they will have accessibility to water. Do some homework.
2007-01-27 16:12:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you may take your canines with you on the plane. they'll ought to in fantastic condition right into a provider then can circulate below the seat in front of you. despite airline you're flying on would be waiting to grant you the size. The final time we flew with our chihuahua it cost us $50 each and each thank you to have our chihuahua com alongside. additionally, confirm you call the airline and ensure that there is room on your canines as i've got self belief that's some style of airline usual to easily have 2 canines on the plane at a time. additionally be conscious which you will ought to have the canines vet records. The vet will additionally ought to provide your canines a sparkling invoice of well-being and fill out some paper artwork a number of days until eventually now you fly. in the adventure that your puppy is a cryer and does no longer want to be in his kennel, you ought to to talk on your vet approximately concepts for you to use to maintain your canines calm together as flying besides as having your canines prepare in the kennel until eventually now the fairly date which you're leaving. that's quite some artwork and preperation to fly inclusive of your canines, inspite of the incontrovertible fact that it has continuously worked out nicely for us.
2016-09-28 02:13:13 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you think the dog is at risk? Talk to the airlines to see what they actually do with the pets. What is the temperature, etc. Talk to your vet about the best way to prepare your dog for the trip.
2007-01-27 16:03:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe a friend would be willing to drive the dog to your new home? Or maybe a train would be a better alternative.
2007-01-27 16:17:19 · answer #6 · answered by jelly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the Train.
2007-01-27 17:10:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Amtrak? Find someone to drive you? But if you really have to take the plane, your dog will really be just fine!
2007-01-27 16:07:34 · answer #8 · answered by Pink Denial 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I googled 'pet transportation services' and there are a lot of them. Maybe you can use one of those to transport your pet for you.
2007-01-27 16:16:20 · answer #9 · answered by licketychick 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont worry about anything i've taken dogs, cats, iguanas and they all came out alive and well.
2007-01-27 16:06:44 · answer #10 · answered by averga 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋