what airline did you use and how much was it
2007-09-12 13:56:11 · 6 answers · asked by c c 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I almost did this same thing when I wanted to ship my dog from Michigan to Florida, but I did a lot of research online about pricing, housing, quarantining, etc, and decided against it. There are so many steps to go through. You have to make sure the puppy has all his shots, and then in some cases if the puppy even has so much as the sniffles, the airline won't ship him. Plus, they store him in a crate with the other cargo and a lot of times those areas are not temperature controlled, so the ride could be very uncomfortable and potentially very hazardous to the puppy. Last, the cost can be several hundred dollars - if you even are able to do it. My suggestion? Make the drive - or adopt a puppy closer to your home state.
2007-09-12 14:07:23 · answer #1 · answered by princessyumyum 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I got both my dogs from the same breeder but dog#2 I had flown to me.... I figured that after my first dog had a 13 hour car ride and was car sick the entire time maybe a 1hr flight would be less traumatic.
He arrived safe and sound and seemed completely un-effected by it.
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I think he came in on American Airlines and I want to say it was about $150.00. They do need to go to the vet just before they fly (Check with the airlines) and the need a carrier... Your breeder should have all the info for you already.... Also --- My breeder told me that she would not send him COD for shipping because she once had run into an issue where the airline office was closed and there was no cashier around when the pup arrived and it caused all sorts of issues --- So I prepaid the shipping so I would have no issues with his pick up....
2007-09-12 23:20:59 · answer #2 · answered by Sammy&Pete 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out Continental Airlines...They have a special PetSafe program that ensures the pet stays in a temperature controlled environment at all times. There are certain times of the year that they will not take pets on the plane because of the ground temperature, too hot or too cold, at certain destinations.
We had 2 puppies flown from TX to DC last summer and used Continental. The airline constantly monitored the ground temp in both places because that depended on whether or not the pups could board. They took an early am flight, changed planes, and arrived in DC late afternoon. Yes, they changed planes! Continental took them from the plane in an air-conditioned van to their connection and then in an air-conditioned van to the terminal in DC. If they had had a longer layover, the Houston Airport, Continental's hub, has an air-conditioned kennel for four-legged travelers.
Also, and this is on the website, the sender must include food, taped to the crate, and water, frozen, and the crate will be secured and no one can open it unless there is a medical emergency.
Our pups made it just fine and were too cute coming around the baggage claim when they arrived.
I guess the only problem would be if Continental doesn't fly where you need it to.
2007-09-12 21:38:18 · answer #3 · answered by hillgirl2277 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would never ship a puppy via air unless I had NO other choice. ( I am driving to Colorado from Mass next month to pick up my puppy). I don't trust airline baggage handlers to handle my puppy as anything more than baggage. You just never know who is taking care of the puppy. I have included a link to airline date regarding transportation of animals and the fatality rate per airline.
http://airconsumer.ost.dot.gov/reports
I just don't trust some stranger to care aboout my dog. My question pops up..why are you buying from West Virginia (known for puppy mills!). Did the breeder make sure you are a qualified home, or do they just want your money? This will tell you if you are buying from a reputable breeder or not. My breeder WONT ship a puppy unless accompanied by the new owner. Just something to think about; there are a million breeders who will sell to anyone. You want to buy from a breeder who will take the puppy back and rehome it if you cant care for it. PLEASE make sure you are buying from a reputable breeder! Lets put puppy mills out of business by not buying from them! Knowledge is power, so be an informed buyer. I can give you a ton of horror stories about puppy mills and unscrupulous breeders! They are why shelters are full of purebred dogs as well as mutts! Contact me and I am sure I can find you a decent breeder that is closer!!! Please ask me for more info, and I will get you in contact with the right people so you don't buy a pup with health problems!
2007-09-12 21:24:36 · answer #4 · answered by Whizbeth 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Be very very careful. If you just put your puppy in the baggage compartment, there are sometimes airlocks, and your puppy will suffocate. Maybe you could find an airline on the internet that has a special service for shipping animals? And I agree, driving would probably be a lot less hazardous. Good luck to you and your puppy!
2007-09-12 21:12:00 · answer #5 · answered by Claire 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES AND NON OF IT WAS GOOD IF YOU WNAT A DEAD PUP THEN GO FOR IT OR VERY SICK OR EVEN LOST IN TEH WIRLINE SOMEWHERE
2007-09-12 21:23:20 · answer #6 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋