What is the best way for my cat to travel with me on plane?
I'm currently planning to go to Seattle (from Indianapolis) during Summer this year. I have a 7month old cat, and I'm hoping to bring him with me rather than leaving it to the cares of others. I'm wondering if anybody can share with me about cat traveling? In terms of cost and the process? Thanks! Cats - 9 Answers
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business coach probably
2 :
you can buy an airline approved carrier for dogs/cats and it will fit under the seat in front of you, just make sure that your airline allows pets
3 :
You'll want to get an airline approved pet carrier. She can either ride under your seat or in the cargo section of the plane, depending on how long your flight is you'll want to have food and water in her cage as well as a blanket or some kind of absorbent pad in case she has an accident. Most cat are fine in a carrier for 7-8 hours without having to use the litter. Price depends on the airline and where you kitty is going to ride. Have fun!
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Get a Airline approved Carrier NOW and let your cat play in it and enjoy it. go on short trips to like pet smart with your kitty in the tote (they sit under the seat in front of you) you can pet them through the "window" If your cat is good and will sit still this should be enough if you find over the next few weeks that it will not sit quietly in the tote then talk to your vet, there are "traveler helpers" that they can take.
5 :
well i looked into buying a puppy online and having it shipped to me....so i wanted to know what happens and this is what i found for puppies (i imagin that its not much different with cats)..... the crates and ticket cost between 200-300$.... they board the plane last and come off first.... they travel in a special part of the plan some are airconditioned if its hot out and i believe that they are heated too..... if your traveling with your cat you may be able to take him on as carry on depending how big he is and if you can get a cage that fits under your seat.... good luck
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I feel safer taking kitty on as "carry-on luggage" with me, rather than sending it to cargo. Just checked with United. It's $85 to take kitty in the plane with you. (he will have to be in a carrier of appropriate size and will count as your carry-on luggage) It may actually be MORE expensive to put it in cargo, if I read things right. Anyway.. that's united. Other airlines will probably have similar fees. You will definitely want to arrange this ahead of time. I wouldn't wait till the last minute. The $85, I believe, buys kitty his own "ticket." Kitty's carrier will have to be carry-on regulation size. Then fluffy can fit under the seat in front of you. During the main part of the flight, you can take the carrier out and talk to kitty. Don't know for sure what their rules are for taking hiim OUT of the carrier during flight and holding him. But I'm sure they wouldn't have a problem with you holding the carrier on your lap, opening the front door and putting your hand in to comfort him. I have flown with cats before, and they meow, but do fine. I would call the airline or travel agent, tell them what you want, and see what pre-arrangements need to be made. You can always get "kitty valium" from your vet if you think kitty will need it. I always advise people traveling with cats (car or whatever) to travel with a couple trashbags, paper towels, and baby wipes. That way you can clean the carrier easily if kitty has an accident. In the plane you could take the carrier to the bathroom to do this.
7 :
Depending on how long you are gone for, cats can be left along for up to a week with no problem, just leave lots of bowls of dry food and water and an extra litter box (or get one that is self cleaning and has an extended away feature). If you are uncomfortable leaving you cat alone, Best friends kennel is fantastic. I take my animals there when I leave town. Depending on how long you are gone for it may be less expensive then buying an second plane ticket. If you wanted to take him with you, then the best way is to buy a seat for him on the plane and take him on with you in carrier (soft or hard your preference depending on there behavior). Hope this helps!!
8 :
I don't know /much/ about this because my cats are not much for travel...One of them cries constantly the other will squirm around until it finds some way of escaping.... But, I just went to Florida for a week and I saw a lady who had her dog in a underseat luggage thing. Having your cat with you is probably much safer then having them in the luggage compartment of the plane. But it also costs much, the lady that I talked with said it cost her as much as herself.
9 :
Ask for storage space on the top of the airplane... outside storage is much cheaper.
10 :
Call the airline you plan to fly with and let them know your plans. Some will allow as carry on that is the best. If you plan to use SouthWest Airline they never allow pets in cabin or in cargo. You'll need a soft Sherpa type bag and make sure and get DryFur cushions since this is such a long flight she may very well have accident in the soft carrier and she will be miserable and you will be very embarrassed dripping in the plane. NOT PUPPY PADS they do not dry and they always get bunched in the corner when cat starts to move about. http://www.dryfur.com or http://www.pettravelstore.com
I'm currently planning to go to Seattle (from Indianapolis) during Summer this year. I have a 7month old cat, and I'm hoping to bring him with me rather than leaving it to the cares of others. I'm wondering if anybody can share with me about cat traveling? In terms of cost and the process? Thanks! Cats - 9 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
business coach probably
2 :
you can buy an airline approved carrier for dogs/cats and it will fit under the seat in front of you, just make sure that your airline allows pets
3 :
You'll want to get an airline approved pet carrier. She can either ride under your seat or in the cargo section of the plane, depending on how long your flight is you'll want to have food and water in her cage as well as a blanket or some kind of absorbent pad in case she has an accident. Most cat are fine in a carrier for 7-8 hours without having to use the litter. Price depends on the airline and where you kitty is going to ride. Have fun!
4 :
Get a Airline approved Carrier NOW and let your cat play in it and enjoy it. go on short trips to like pet smart with your kitty in the tote (they sit under the seat in front of you) you can pet them through the "window" If your cat is good and will sit still this should be enough if you find over the next few weeks that it will not sit quietly in the tote then talk to your vet, there are "traveler helpers" that they can take.
5 :
well i looked into buying a puppy online and having it shipped to me....so i wanted to know what happens and this is what i found for puppies (i imagin that its not much different with cats)..... the crates and ticket cost between 200-300$.... they board the plane last and come off first.... they travel in a special part of the plan some are airconditioned if its hot out and i believe that they are heated too..... if your traveling with your cat you may be able to take him on as carry on depending how big he is and if you can get a cage that fits under your seat.... good luck
6 :
I feel safer taking kitty on as "carry-on luggage" with me, rather than sending it to cargo. Just checked with United. It's $85 to take kitty in the plane with you. (he will have to be in a carrier of appropriate size and will count as your carry-on luggage) It may actually be MORE expensive to put it in cargo, if I read things right. Anyway.. that's united. Other airlines will probably have similar fees. You will definitely want to arrange this ahead of time. I wouldn't wait till the last minute. The $85, I believe, buys kitty his own "ticket." Kitty's carrier will have to be carry-on regulation size. Then fluffy can fit under the seat in front of you. During the main part of the flight, you can take the carrier out and talk to kitty. Don't know for sure what their rules are for taking hiim OUT of the carrier during flight and holding him. But I'm sure they wouldn't have a problem with you holding the carrier on your lap, opening the front door and putting your hand in to comfort him. I have flown with cats before, and they meow, but do fine. I would call the airline or travel agent, tell them what you want, and see what pre-arrangements need to be made. You can always get "kitty valium" from your vet if you think kitty will need it. I always advise people traveling with cats (car or whatever) to travel with a couple trashbags, paper towels, and baby wipes. That way you can clean the carrier easily if kitty has an accident. In the plane you could take the carrier to the bathroom to do this.
7 :
Depending on how long you are gone for, cats can be left along for up to a week with no problem, just leave lots of bowls of dry food and water and an extra litter box (or get one that is self cleaning and has an extended away feature). If you are uncomfortable leaving you cat alone, Best friends kennel is fantastic. I take my animals there when I leave town. Depending on how long you are gone for it may be less expensive then buying an second plane ticket. If you wanted to take him with you, then the best way is to buy a seat for him on the plane and take him on with you in carrier (soft or hard your preference depending on there behavior). Hope this helps!!
8 :
I don't know /much/ about this because my cats are not much for travel...One of them cries constantly the other will squirm around until it finds some way of escaping.... But, I just went to Florida for a week and I saw a lady who had her dog in a underseat luggage thing. Having your cat with you is probably much safer then having them in the luggage compartment of the plane. But it also costs much, the lady that I talked with said it cost her as much as herself.
9 :
Ask for storage space on the top of the airplane... outside storage is much cheaper.
10 :
Call the airline you plan to fly with and let them know your plans. Some will allow as carry on that is the best. If you plan to use SouthWest Airline they never allow pets in cabin or in cargo. You'll need a soft Sherpa type bag and make sure and get DryFur cushions since this is such a long flight she may very well have accident in the soft carrier and she will be miserable and you will be very embarrassed dripping in the plane. NOT PUPPY PADS they do not dry and they always get bunched in the corner when cat starts to move about. http://www.dryfur.com or http://www.pettravelstore.com
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