Airline Requirements When Traveling With Pets

Airline Requirements When Traveling With Pets

Airlines, today, have implemented a number of requirements and safeguards for animals that will be traveling with them, most of which have been designed with the pet’s safety in mind. Unfortunately, it is not always easy for pet owners to know what these requirements are, as they do vary greatly from airline to airline.

A number of airlines, for instance, no longer allow pets to fly in their baggage compartments. However, some of these same airlines do allow pets in a plane’s cabin, as long as they are in appropriate carriers that can fit under the seat in front of them. Airlines also require that the pet remain in its carrier during the entire flight and have a reservation, as most limit the total number of animals that are allowed in a plane’s cabin on any given flight.

The exceptions are service animals, such as seeing eye dogs, …

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How To Remember Your Pet’s Death Forever!

There are many different ways to remember your pet’s death, however it is up to the pet owner as to which method would be best to implement. Each situation and loss is unique, so every individual must be deal with the loss of a pet in an entirely different manner. From cremation urns to poetry, the loss of a pet can be shared with as few or as many individuals as desired. The different ways to remember your pet are as follows;

Urns

Urns consist of different materials like marble, glass, metal, ceramic, bronze, or wood. They can be personalized with a photo or plaque which better symbolizes the personality and memories of your pet. Just seeing your little pet’s name or picture will bring back an array of different memories and help with your grieving. There is a variety of pet cremation urns available online.

Posting pet

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Things to Consider When Selecting a Purebred or Designer Puppy For a Pet

Buying a puppy can be a confusing process. There are literally hundreds of breeds, sizes, temperaments, color options and many more things to consider that will insure you are welcoming the right puppy into your home. You must think about yourself, what type of person are you? Do you have an active lifestyle? Do you plan to travel often? How experienced are you in dealing with animals?

Purchasing a puppy can become an overwhelming experience. However, there are a few steps you can take prior to the purchase that will help you have a good experience. We have compiled some of these steps you should consider prior to the purchase. The fact is that many people overlook these steps during impulse after a few minutes of looking at puppies.

Obviously, you have to determine which breed is right for you and your family. These range from small and …

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Widows With Pets – Protect Pets in an Emergency and at Your Disability Or Death

Your pet or pets are important to you, perhaps even a lifeline immediately after your husband’s death. That’s why your pet’s protection during an emergency and at your disability or death takes on a sense of urgency. The key to your pet’s safety is to be as prepared as possible before an emergency strikes.

Here are a few suggestions to protect your Pet or Pets in an emergency and at your disability and death. Assemble a Pet Safety Kit. Carry a Pet Care Card. Create a Pet Information Record including Medical History and your Pet’s Care Plan. Prepare for evacuation, just in case. Choose a successor Caregiver and create a Letter of Instructions.

A Pet Safety Kit includes everything your pet will need to survive and be as comfortable as possible until the danger passes. For example:

  • Food and water for at least 5 days for each pet.
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STOCKING UP ON PET SUPPLIES FOR EMERGENCIES

Stocking Up on Pet Supplies for Emergencies

Stocking Up on Pet Supplies for Emergencies

When people think of emergency situations like hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes, they often think of the supplies they need to stock. Most of the time, they don’t consider which pet supplies they need. If you’re stocking up food and water for your family that will last you a couple of weeks, you also need to stock up on supplies for your pet. In a major natural disaster, many stores are unable to open or only have limited supplies. If you fail to stock up on pet supplies, you may be unable to purchase supplies after an emergency.

Food and Water

The two most fundamental pet supplies include food and water. Just like people, your pets will need a couple weeks worth of emergency food and water. Dry dog and cat food lasts a long time, so make it a habit to keep a couple extra bags or boxes of food …

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