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How to make a long international flight comfortable for my small dog?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | 5 years and 4 months old

I live in the Philippines but may move back to US,my Dog is small Spitz/Shih Tzu mix,what can I do to make the long trip better for Him Please?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 30th, 2019

Make sure you take him in a carrier that is big enough, notify the airline as soon as you can as they might let you take Creamo with you on the plane. it's not recommended to give sedatives anymore during flights.

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