{"id":3492,"date":"2022-10-04T15:32:18","date_gmt":"2022-10-04T19:32:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/?p=3492"},"modified":"2022-10-04T15:32:18","modified_gmt":"2022-10-04T19:32:18","slug":"tips-for-flying-with-your-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/tips-for-flying-with-your-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Flying with Your Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There is always a risk that traveling with pets can cause a little bit of stress for your furry friends. Flying with pets definitely presents its own set of challenges, but with a little bit of planning, this experience can be fun and safe for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For better preparations, add the following tips to your list, pronto!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Visit Your Vet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Almost every airline around the globe requires pet health certificates from a reputable veterinarian<\/a>. Your vet will be able to tell you if air travel is good for your pet. If your pet has extreme health conditions like respiratory problems, it may not be a good choice. Schedule an appointment within 10 days of your departure from your veterinarian for a check-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It should include a general wellness examination<\/a> for sickness symptoms, including but not limited to diarrhea and coughing,and a check to see if rabies vaccinations<\/a> are up to date. Once you get the all-clear, get a signed and dated clean bill of health from your vet\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What About Traveling? In Cargo Hold or Cabins?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s necessary to consider where your pet will spend the duration of the flight before rushing to book tickets. While this may depend on the airline, usually if you travel with a smaller pet, below 20 lbs, you can settle them under your seat in the cabin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals<\/a> (ASPCA) strongly advises against flying with pets in cargo if possible. If you do not have a choice, you must have a sturdy crate approved by IATA (International Air Transport Association<\/a>). You should, therefore, crate train your pet before flying. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Air Travel with Pet in Cargo Hold<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Follow the following tips if you must fly with your pet in the cargo hold:<\/p>\n\n\n\n