How to travel with the dog
When my husband and I adopted our two large, slobbery Labrador Retriever (Molly and Jack), everyone told us that would be the end of our trip carefree days. Each of them weighs 80 pounds, loves to run, and has more than the average chew toys teething infant.
Last summer we brought it with us to Madrid. They flew on Iberia Air, stayed with us in our apartment, and got the locals know very well ( " Que Bonitas! " say the locals would). We learned that traveling with your pets, no matter how big they are, is entirely possible. All it takes is a little planning, patience and jump through the right tires. With a microchip and vet certificate, we were clear to travel to most places in the world
Here are ten tips for your pet overseas .:
1. Plan ahead. Some countries like the UK require special tests 4 months, before you arrive. The Pet Travel Website are the entry requirements by country. For Europe, all animals must be microchipped. The vet Cert must be signed by a USDA veterinarian. The steps are not complicated, but can vary the waiting time.
2. What's in a race? If you have a pug or other short-nosed breed, many airlines let them not think that due to the increased difficulties they may have to breathe on the plane. I have a lot of people heard that bring with them their overseas short-nosed dogs, though, so check with the carrier to ensure they will let you.
3. Check or wear? Determine whether you go to check your pet as cargo or bring them on the flight with you. If your pet is less than 25 pounds, it's up to you. If your pet is more than 25 pounds, then they must be checked in the hold. If you check your dog straight, then you need the right size carrier. See # 6 below.
4. Call ahead . Some airlines require that you call and make a reservation for your pet; not others. To avoid confusion, call ahead and find out their policies. You will want to inquire about all temperature requirements - there are times when it just too hot or cold to fly with a pet in the cargo
6. Make sure Fido fits . If a pet carrier to buy, we brought our dog with us in PetSmart and let them test sizes. Your pet should be able to stand up, turn around and lie down comfortably. . Note: The volume label should say "Airline Approved"
7. Get your recordings. For most of Europe, you need to have only a USDA-certified veterinarian, fill out a form stating your pet had the appropriate rabies shots. In many places, you also need up-to-date rabies vaccines at least 30 days before departure.
8. Forget sleeping pills . While you want something with Ambien fainted on the flight, the same favor on, do your pet. Any type of sedative is not recommended because it can make it difficult to breathe for your pet in the pressurized cabin. Instead, our vet suggested benedryl, and (check with your veterinarian before you buy but!) The dog slept like babies .
9. Food and Drink. Do not forget to tape food and a water bowl at the top of your carrier if you will examine your pet in cargo. You will want this to be designated as such, if you are separated from your dog in an emergency and they need to feed them.
10. This side up . Be sure your carrier to label with many warnings and contact information in case you are separated. We taped great sticker with our dogs name on each cage, so that the people dealing with them would remember these friendly puppies are ... not just another piece of luggage.
Once your pets to your destination, you'll be amazed what a good icebreaker may be it. provided to Madrid walk with our dogs, an entry in the lives of people available that we would not otherwise have had. And instead of 3 months of spending waiting for us to come home, Molly and Jack got to eat tapas, Spanish dogs wrestle and go to Retiro Park on Sunday afternoon. When we went, it as we were just as sad to leave!
Christine Gilbert loves their dogs. She loves animals in general. She is currently perfecting their Spanish in Central America. You can her travels on her blog, read almost Fearless.
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