- a sturdy leash and extra collar with I.
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tags for dogs - his favourite blanket and regular bedding
- the normal food you provide and 2 or 3 large jugs of drinking water from home
- any medicines your pet takes and a first-aid kit
- feces collection bags or litter
- a flashlight for nighttime dog walks in unfamiliar places
- Only put your pet on a non-stop, direct flight, and always avoid busy holidays.
- Take your pet to the vet for a check-up and make sure that her health certificate is not more than 10 days old at the time of departure; be certain you have the required health certificates.
- Allow at least an extra 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours, for check-in.
- Do not attempt to fly a sick, elderly, or pregnant animal, and be aware that airlines can reject transporting a violent dog.
- Do not fly a pet within a month of having had any type of surgery.
- Never use escalators in airports when walking with your dog (toenails and hair can get caught) and never walk your dog off-leash in a strange place.
- Clip your pet's nails and have her groomed; ensure there are no fleas present, and if there are, treat accordingly.
- Never sedate your pets before airline travel; sedation may inhibit their ability to brace themselves to prevent injury.
- Ensure in advance that you have a carrier for your pet that fits the specific airline's requirements for size, weight and structure.
- Be certain that there is accurate and current identification information on your pet (tag or micro-chip) and that his carrier is also labeled correctly.