Have Pet, Will Travel
Continental Airlines and PetRelocation.com are spreading the word about how to protect your pets from extreme heat during travel. The following guidelines help pets stay safe and cool when flying in hot weather.
* Make sure the airline you choose has a plan in place to protect animals from the heat, like climate-controlled vans and airport kennels. Continental Airlines provides this as part of their PetSafe program.
* To allow increased air flow, purchase a pet travel crate that has ventilation on all four sides and is one size larger than the typically recommended size. Contact Continental Airlines’ Web site for details on “how to measure your pet:” http://www.continental.com/web/en-US/content/travel/animals/petchecklist.pdf
* Acclimate your pet to the travel crate prior to departure. A pet that is comfortable with being in a travel crate will experience less stress, allowing him to breathe steadily and release heat more quickly from his body. You can watch a video on crate training at PetRelocation.com: http://tinyurl.com/travelcrates
* Don't place thick blankets or beds in the travel crate as they restrict airflow and hold in heat. Instead use newspaper or absorbent puppy potty-training pads.
* Freeze water in the crate bowls the night before travel. This will ensure the pet has water throughout the trip and will prevent water from spilling.
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