What you need to know when traveling with your pet

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According to the Air Transport Association, more than 500,000 pets travel by air each year in the United States alone. But the journey is very stressful for a pet. Imagine the stress that the person on the go and multiply a thousand times, and this is how your pet feels. Therefore, if you are thinking of taking your pet on your next trip, this article will give you the good, the bad and the ugly of traveling with your pet.

The good

    
You do not have to go through the pain of trying to find a reliable pet sitter or a trusted friend / family member to remember to care for your pet try to find
    
Being able to travel with your pet can change your mind at ease. This means there is no need to worry about how your pet is doing at home or with a pet sitter while you are on vacation.

The Bad

    
Not all airlines are allowed. Some airlines do not allow pets in their flight.
    
Depending on the airline, but they do allow pets on board, often will cost around $ 125 - $ 250 each way (this also depends on where you fly so well).
    
Pets are under stress when traveling. There are plenty of environmental stressors that are present in pets traveling on an airplane, for example, changes in temperature changes, sound and movement.

In 2011, 35 animals died in a plane with more than half die while aboard Delta flights.
    
The airlines are not required by law pet accidents such as accidents, loss and death registration.

Now you have an idea of ​​what traveling with your pet may be having here are some things you should know when you decide your pet to travel with you.

If your pet is too old or too young, consider giving them to a neighbor or family instead.     Take your pet to the vet for a checkup. This is to ensure that the health of your pet is in good condition for travel. Also get the necessary vaccinations for your pet before travel. You can apply for a certificate to be presented at the counter before boarding your flight.

    
Book an early flight. Because different airlines have different policies as to take your pet on board, it would be much better to make arrangements early.     Airlines have different policies on the size of the supports allowing the cab. Please contact your airline about the size and make demands for the purchase of a vehicle. You can use the FAA policy on standards for hand luggage reference.

    
Some dog trainers recommend training your pet to travel especially for your flight. Others also recommend the use of an association in your pet smell like lavender oil. So if your pet will be separate from you, you can use a drop of lavender oil on your support to remain calm during the trip.


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