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Travelling with dog on plane...
So we are tentatively planning a short plane trip with WestJet next month...flight would be about an hour and a half direct. I am going to take my dog who is a schnoodle and because of his height would be too big to take in cabin. I am nervous about him flying underneath in cargo as I am worried he will be really stressed.
Any words of wisdom, experiences, etc.? I am imagining all these worse case scenarios in my head of things that could happen. Thanks kindly! |
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Hi highwood and welcome!
First thing would be to call Westjet to make 100% sure they will allow your dooger on the plane at that time of year. Some airlines have restrictions. I know that many vets will offer up a sedative for dooger for the flight in cases like this... Hope others have additional ideas for you
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Highwood, I am not a big fan of flying pets in cargo, because yes, as you are worried about, things do happen. That said, just over a year ago I flew two puppies from Ontario to Vancouver with WestJet, and it all went very well. The people were great, very understanding as I stood and paced waiting for them to come to us. I would assume since it's a short trip that it will not have any stops, that is good. I would try to do direct flights only. Make sure the dog has water before the flight and take him/her out to do business and all should be well. Be prepared for a messy crate just in case, I had clean towels, wet towels in case I needed to do a quick clean up, etc. The puppies were clean for 8 hours from kennel to freedom, so your should do fine. If you are super worried about stress ask your vet for a mild sedative, not enough to knock the pup out, just to relax him. Or try Rescue Remedy for a few days prior to the flight. Good luck and try not to stress about it. Your dog will pick up on your nervous energy and it won't help.
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Great..thanks! Yes westjet does allow them in cargo this time of year. The flight is from Edmonton to Regina direct.
If I went with Air Canada he would be allowed in cabin however the flight times are not as good and I think he might be just as stressed being in a soft sided carrier he is not as used to. I have an image of him the whole time trying to escape from his carrier under the seat and whining and barking. |
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