Is flying with my dog safe? How do airlines treat pets on planes?

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Hello, In a few weeks, I am moving to another city for 2 months.I will take my golden retriever with me. I will go to that city by plane (1hour away by plane). But I am scared that something will happen to my dog during this journey. Is it okay for pets to use planes? I am not sure whether they will treat my dog well or not. what should I do? Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | neutered | 5 months and 22 days old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

This is a great question! Yes dogs can fly by plane; in fact, when I moved from the USA to New Zealand, I shipped out two dogs and two cats with me. They made that trip just fine. Airlines typically require a health certificate from a vet before the dog is allowed to fly, and I would check with the airlines as to their requirements for transporting pets. Again in my experience, the airlines have treated my animals well, and I would expect that of any airline :-)

Is flying with my dog safe? How do airlines treat pets on planes?

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