Traveling by plane with pets is entirely possible, but it is necessary to adapt these animals to travel in an aircraft and requires much more preparation than land travel. It is dangerous to travel by plane with animals if the Tutor has not prepared your pet for the occasion.
On car trips, the animal is usually in the presence of the tutor, where it is possible to make stops for the PET to perform its needs and distract a little from the closed environment of the car.
In air travel, the scenario is completely different and therefore it is necessary to pay attention to several points.
In addition to the necessary documentation required by airlines and countries, if you are planning to travel by plane with animals, a lot of preparation and adaptation is necessary.
Although some animals appear to be prepared, they can suffer a lot on a long trip, regardless of whether they travel in the cabin or in the hold of the plane.
Also, if the animal is too agitated or uncomfortable with the situation, it may be prevented from boarding even with all the correct documentation.
Now, if you want to know how to prepare your dog or cat for a plane trip, keep reading this article that PETFriendly Turismo has prepared for you!
Adapting to travel by plane with animals
Animals also have their own unique personality and characteristics, making some calmer and others more agitated.
However, some pets have some difficulty dealing with situations that are out of their routine, even more so if there is no time for the animal can adapt and get used to the idea of spending some time in a carrier.
Just like us human beings, who need some time to get used to new environments and routines, with animals it would be no different.
So, it is possible to train and accustom the animal to different situations of its daily life so that it can have a safe and peaceful trip.
This adaptation takes place to ensure the animal’s well-being and that it does not have any emotional crisis or is struggling during the flight on the plane and gets hurt.
What should you consider before traveling by plane with animals?
Is it dangerous to travel by plane with animals? No, if some attitudes and precautions are taken before taking a plane trip with pets.
A very important step is to plan the trip well in advance, so that the owner and the animal have time to carry out the adaptation steps.
Never force the animal to enter the transport box or perform any activity that is not comfortable, as this way the pet can be traumatized.
With that in mind, other very important points should be taken into account, such as the duration of the trip, section, route, stopover, schedule and airline.
In this way, it will be possible to outline and plan the best options for each breed and species of PET.
Top tips for adapting animals before a plane trip
Is it dangerous to travel by plane with animals? No, but for that, check out our tips below so that your PET can make a peaceful and comfortable trip:
1. Adaptation in the Transport Box
The only way an animal can travel on an airplane without needing a crate is as an emotional support animal or guide dog.
And more and more airlines are making this mode of transport difficult, so in the vast majority of cases the animal will need a “kennel” to make the trip.
Therefore, this step is crucial and is totally linked to the success of a trip with pets on the plane.
So, the ideal thing on a PET trip is to have plenty of time to program and adapt the animal.
The animal cannot be forced into the box, as this will create a barrier and will hardly be comfortable inside the kennel.
A valuable tip is to put different and tasty foods inside the box, removing the door, so that the animal has a feeling of freedom, feeling that it can come and go as it pleases.
Another important tip is to place the blanket and toys that already belong to the animal inside the transport box to create the bond of home and so the animal has the confidence to stay of its own accord.
One way to create a pleasant feeling for the pet in the transport box is to leave some of the owner’s clothing inside it, to convey safety to the animal.
The purpose of this adaptation is to make the pet feel safe and in its “lair”. The box is understood as its little house, and this generates the necessary trust for the animal.
2. First experiences in the Transport Box
It is highly recommended to carry out short journeys by car in the first experiences of the animal with the transport box.
In this way, the animal will begin to understand that it will only be inside the kennel for a certain time and thus will have enough confidence to make the trip.
3. Make the animal’s life active
If PET is not used to walking and interacting with other animals, the experience of a plane trip is a great opportunity to create this habit in the animal.
In this way, the animal will spend its energy and have experiences outside its environment, thus, it will be easier to deal with situations of a trip and interactions with other people.
On the day of the flight, it is highly recommended to take long walks so that the animal can use the flight time to rest and not get so agitated.
4. Never administer medication to calm the animal
This is one of the first options that come to mind for a guardian with an animal that will travel by plane.
However, in addition to being prohibited, pre-flight medication on the animal can have drastic consequences for the life of the PET, which can lead to death.
In addition, if the airline suspects that the animal is “doped”, it will be prevented from boarding.
It is common in internet searches to find articles that “recommend” the use of medication to calm the animal, but DO NOT get carried away by this absurdity.
5. Bathing and grooming the animal
An important tip to make traveling by plane easier is to take the animal the day before to the PET SHOP.
In this way, the animal will have the pleasant sensation of being clean and comfortable, helping and making the trip less stressful for the PET.
How to ensure a safe flight for your PET
Take your pet to the veterinarian for exams and a general check up.
Thus, the tutor is ensuring and validating the health of the animal to carry out a trip without any obstacles.
The success of a plane trip with pets is totally linked to the adaptation of the animal in the transport box and its state of health.
We at PETFriendly Turismo have already boarded more than 500 animals on aircraft with different destinations and all with VERY success.
Now, if you need help or have many doubts about how to make your dream trip happen, contact one of the professionals at PETFriendly Tourism.
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