When you have a petIf we can't take them with us, we need to find someone to look after them. If we can't take our dog with us, we need to find someone to look after him, either on a home visit or directly with family or friends. We can also leave him in a specialised boarding facility for the duration of the trip, but this type of arrangement is not recommended.option can quickly become costly.
What if we told you thatAdopteUnParking can give you all the tips and information you need to travel with your pet by plane. ?
Where will my companion be installed?
Airlines don't mess around when it comes to passenger safety and regulations, but if the passenger is a animalthe regulations have been tightened. Flying your pet is not something to be taken lightly. Lots of information must be taken into account.
Is it allowed to travel in the cabin?
Unfortunately, not all pets are allowed to travel by plane. Dogs and cats will have no difficulty travelling, with some exceptions (category 1 dogs). Depending on the size and weight of your pet, it will be able to travelling in the cabin near you or it will have to be placed in the hold. Please note, however, that depending on your airline, the maximum weight of your pet authorised in the cabin may vary. between 4 and 8 kg maximum. You will be asked to provide a crate or carrier bag for your pet's enjoyment. Please note, however, that if you have a small dog with a flattened muzzle, it will not be able to take the plane for its own well-being. These breeds have been so genetically manipulated that they have respiratory problems, and we don't want anything to happen to them mid-flight. The assistance dogs are fortunately accepted in the cabin.
Is it allowed in the hold?
For dogs and cats weighing over 8 kg (or more than 4 kg depending on your airline), the journey will be in the hold. To ensure that your pet has the most enjoyable journey possible, remember to give him something to warm him up blanket or coat. You'll also need protect its transport cage in the event of turbulence to ensure that it does not injure itself by bumping into it. You can install a fairly thick mattress to protect your pet from cold and bumps. Don't forget to provide water for his journey. To do this, we advise against water bowls, which will quickly be spilled. Instead, opt for a bottle or ice pack. If you can, it's a good idea to put the following in your pet's carrier a distraction. You can opt for a toy with food inside, kibble or pâté, which will keep your pet occupied for a while.
What are the travel formalities?
If you want your pet to travel, you need to follow a few rules and have his up-to-date paperwork.
My companion's documents
If your pet is going to be flying with you, he or she will also have to travel with you. need his papers. Like you, it will need to be registered with the airline. You will need to contact your airline when you buy your ticket, as some of them only allow one flight per person. low number of animals per flight. You will need to contact them again 72 hours before to confirm your pet's arrival. You will also need health booklet of your companion, who must be at least 15 months old and be up to date with vaccinations. You will also need to be aware of the regulations in force for pets in the country of your destination, so that you can check with your consulate. Be sure to check the date and time of arrival of your flight to avoid the unpleasant surprise of customs and veterinary services being closed.
Not all animals are welcome
Your pet may cannot travel on board an aircraft. This is the case for most NAC (New Pet Animals) and certain breeds of dog. Small rodents such as dwarf rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters are not allowed on board. Birds are a little more likely to be allowed, but some companies do accept them. Visit ferrets have special authorisation You will need to show proof of their provenance (pet shop or breeding farm) and transport them in a cage specially designed for them. Reptiles are no exception to the rule and are rarely allowed on flights. Breeds of Category 1 dogs are unfortunately unable to fly. Those from category 2 are subject to various restrictions. With our AdopteUnParking partners, we have no restrictions for your companion. Our partners in Bordeaux have already transported animals without incident.
If you want to travel with your pet, the best thing to do is to contact the airline before taking your ticket so there are no nasty surprises. This way, you'll know the regulations in force for your companion and you'll have all the details you need to ensure that your journey and that of your protégé goes as smoothly as possible.
