Pet Travel

Travel Tips - Keep your pet comfortable while traveling

Airline Information - Pet Airways + Pet Friendly Airlines & Services

Quarantine Information - Hawaii, Guam & Australia (rabies free areas)

Pet Friendly Travel

Resources

International Travel Requirements

TRAVEL TIPS

Here are a couple of tips to help smooth the way....

If traveling by air, call the airlines to find out their specific rules for traveling with a pet. All airlines require an approved kennel with at least enough room for your pet to stand-up and turn around. All airlines require a current shot and/or vet health certificate, especially if traveling state to state. Try to schedule non-stop flights to reduce the stress on your pet and the chance of a lost baggage (pet!). Travel on the same flight as your pet so that you are aware of any changes with the flight.
Your pet will be much more comfortable in its carrier if you make it a home away from home. Be sure to get your pet used to the carrier before your trip. Putting one of your old t-shirts in for comfort and security will help your pet relax.
Keep dog chew toys, cat toys on a string and hanging bird toys at home to prevent choking or strangulation while traveling.
To reduce the amount of spillage and keep a pet cool during travel, try freezing a rabbit water bottle that will melt slowly during the trip (fill 3/4 full when freezing). For birds and cats you can also put several ice cubes in the bowl to melt along the way.
If your pet has a tendency to get car sick, air sick, etc., do not feed your pet 6 hours prior to travel. We do not recommend unsupervised sedation. Your pet will not have anyone to check on them in case of emergency once in flight.
Be sure to attach secure ID tags to the carrier and your pet with your name, address and emergency contact phone numbers. Attach a picture of your pet to the carrier in case they get lost and staff has to look for them. If your pet has any special needs, place a bright label on the carrier listing these needs. Carry a picture of your pet for identification purposes in case of emergency.
Try not to travel during peak hours, holidays and weather problems thereby avoiding any unnecessary delays.
Traveling at night during the summer months prevents heat problems....as well your pet may sleep the whole way!

AIRLINES

Pet Airways - A pet only airlines, where pets fly in the main cabin, not cargo!

At Pet Airways, we believe that travel for your best friend should be a comfortable, safe and pleasant experience. Cats and dogs fly in our specially equipped planes that are climate controlled for their comfort, and pets are always under the watchful eye of one of our trained Pet Attendant. Pet Airways offers pet travel done right!

Air Animal - Specializing in Relocation Services

Airborne Animals - Shipping Service

We have gathered the major airlines phone numbers listed below along with a short description of their policies. Airlines now have strict new restrictions on traveling with your pet during the summer months. Due to recent government regulations requiring airlines to disclose the amount of deaths among pets in cargo holds, the airlines have cracked down on when animals can safely travel. In cargo holds and on the tarmac during the summer months, pets are subjected to life threatening heat and many die from heat stroke. To combat this, most major airlines have instituted a policy of no pets allowed during the months from June - September. Your best defense against this policy maybe to book evening or overnight flights. Below are a list of the major airlines and their new policies regarding pets. If you have travel plans with your pet, be sure to call your airlines to find out their specific rules and regulations. Note that you are still allowed to have a carry-on pet (small pets).

American Airlines (800-433-7300) No pets from May15 to Sept 15 and no night flights either.

Continental Airlines (800-575-3335) Pet safe policy for cargo pets: They have pet tracking available, pets cannot be exposed to temperatures above 85 degrees. They have limited travel available between June 1 and Sept. 4. May be able to travel on night flights.

Delta Airlines (800-221-1212) Call for special reservations in cargo for your pet. With special reservations, your pet will be kept in an air conditioned area until flight time. Your pet cannot be checked as regular baggage. Call Delta's number above for the cargo number in your area for special pet reservations.

Northwest Airlines (800-225-2525) $75 per direction, pet will be delayed due to hot weather and may not arrive with you. Can travel on night flights.

Southwest Airlines (800-435-9792) Does not transport animals at anytime.

TWA Airlines (800-221-2000) No pet cargo from June 1 - Sept 5, no night flights either.

United Airlines (800-241-6522) No pets in cargo June 15 - Sept 7 and no night flights either.

QUARANTINE

Hawaii - http://hawaii.gov/hdoa/ai/aqs/info

Guam - http://www.guampcs.com/docs/pdf/animal_quarantine_brochure.pdf

Australia - http://www.daff.gov.au/aqis/cat-dogs

RESOURCES

Government Travel Tips

http://www.aphis.usda.gov/import_export/animals/animal_import/animal_imports_pets.shtml

Pet Friendly Travel

www.dogfriendly.com

http://www.petsonthego.com/

http://www.petvacationhomes.com/

Travel Specialists

Pet Airways - A pet only airlines, where pets fly in the main cabin, not cargo!

Air Animal - Specializing in Relocation Services

Airborne Animals - Shipping Service

Resources

http://www.petloverspublications.com/

International Travel Requirements

International Travel Requirements - Lists travel requirements by country