Pet Travel

[Monza]

Hey everyone,

I am starting to plan my summer vacations because the warmer weather is putting me in a good mood. I was hoping to get your input on traveling with your pets. Do any of you take your dog on vacation?

I think it's cheaper for my dog to fly with than it is to board him for a week but, having him along hinders what I can do to enjoy the vacation. I read this article in Petcentric and was wondering if you thought it rang true. What are some of your experiences when traveling with your dogs?

 

[Amanda885]

I have yet to fly with my dog because I drive usually. My inlaws live a 12 hour or so drive away. I have had friends fly with dogs and it costs about$60-$90 each way usually, depending on airline and time of year. they said if its small, you can hold it on your lap too..i think?

 

[bubbatd]

Mine have only gone when traveling by car . The trip was planned around the dogs and we had a grand trip . I would never take them on a city trip with a lot of restaurants and shopping involved .

 

[Snark]

We always drive when taking dogs (and/or one cat) with us (and we always plan our day trips around the dogs - no all day excursions). I don't think the airlines allow dogs (unless they're small enough to fit in a carrier under the seat) in the cargo area in summer.