Even in today’s rough and unstable economy, people love to take their pets with them on vacation. Every year thousands of people are flying to various destinations across the world with a variety of pets in tow. Many travel airlines are catering to the pet industry which has $43.4 billion value business. In this article we will discuss certain things about pet travel airlines.
Required Pet Documents For Airline Travel
Every country has its own rules and regulations for regarding pet’s travel. But the most essential documents require while airline travel include, rabies vaccination certificate, veterinary inspection certificate, and acclimation certificate. Make sure you check with your local state or central government’s procedures before you travel. Additional documentation needed may include, live animal checklist which holds some instructions for airline travel, a confirmation of feeding to check whether you pet is well fed with food and water, and tranquilizer consent forms which must be supplied by a veterinarian.
Airline Rules
Almost all airlines have certain restrictions on pet’s travel. Some of them include, you must have a pet carrier, your pet must be at least 8 weeks old, you must be able to take off your pet along with you freely, and you must pay the reservation fees which ranges from $50 to %150 one-way based on the shipping of weight of the animal.
Tips For Your Comfort While Travel
When you take your pet along with you, you must follow certain tips to feel comfortable while you fly.
Get all the required documentation from a medical professional
Have a proof that you are receiving pet’s care from a medical professional
Pack all the essential pet’s travel accessories in a bag well in advance to avoid any last minute tension
Carry a small hand pet travel bag which holds small amount of pet’s food, water, blanket, brushes and napkins.