PRO TIPS FOR FLYING WITH YOUR CAT OR DOG

•  to fit under the seat in front of you just like a carry on item. Check with the airline for the requirements.
• Hydrate smart: Ice cubes will keep pets occupied and hydrated, but not so much that they could have a potential accident.
• Help them ‘go’ on the go: Have Wee-Wee® pads handy; you can try to take your pet with you into the restroom and see if they can go there. When you’re not in the air, many airports now have areas to walk dogs safely without having to exit security (see JFK’s pet only terminal, the Pet Oasis).
• Calm their nerves: Animals get nervous during plane travel just like humans. Before heading to the airport, spray their carrier with Comfort Zone Spray & Scratch Control Spray to help calm them before the flight.

Pro Tips for Cargo Travel:

• Pick the right crate: IATA regulations require a sturdy pet crate with adequate ventilation, waterproof bottom, spring locked door, disabled wheels, no handles and metal hardware. Check your airline for the requirements.
• Secure identification: Put contact information, ID, and medical information somewhere visible on the crate and make sure it’s secure and can’t be damaged (we use a plastic pouch).
• Help them hydrate: As you aren’t able to supply water to your pet on demand with cargo travel, plan ahead and make sure they’re hydrated enough in the days before your trip.
• Add a piece of home: Put an article of your clothing, like a soft t-shirt in their crate. Your smell is a friendly, comforting reminder when your pet is in a strange environment.
• Soothe: Giving tranquilizers or sedatives to your pet before cargo travel may be dangerous. Instead, opt to relax them by spritzing their carrier with Comfort Zone Spray & Scratch Control Spray.

There you have it. With a little planning, traveling with your cat or dog doesn’t have to be a stressful situation.