Travel tips when flying with your dog

As the digital nomad lifestyle gains popularity, pet parents share tips for traveling abroad with their dog.

Travel influencer Jackie Gendron believes it’s worth it to take your furry friend along and not leave them behind.

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SIMPLE TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG

Flying with dogs involves four simple steps, all done before heading to the airport.

• Find a vet who can provide an international health certificate, not all vets offer this service. If your vet cannot help, they can refer you to one who can.

• Book your flight, as the health certificate appointment must be within 10 days of your departure date.

• Third, if your dog flies in cargo, call the airline to add them to the cargo space. Some airlines use third-party companies, but most allow pets to be added to reservations like ‘oversized bags’ – (but we know they’re not bags).

• Fourth, attend the vet appointment, obtain the health certificate, and you’re all set.

Pets must fly in an airline-approved crate, which you can purchase on Amazon.

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PRECAUTIONS

Long journeys, including flights and transportation, can be stressful and distressing for pets.

The aircraft hold is usually ventilated and temperature controlled, but not always on the ground.

Delays in flight times may occur, and regulations may prevent opening the hold on the tarmac, even during high temperatures.

Consider these factors carefully before choosing this method of transport for your pet.