Air Travel – Why Are Dogs Dying On
Airplanes?
According to a record keeping study that
was started in May of 2005, by the US Department of Transportation, 96 pets
were either injured, lost, or had died during air travel. Out of this number,
exactly 17 pets were lost, 49 died, and 30 were injured. This information is
probably a big surprise to most of you, considering that boarding your pet in a
crate for airline travel is supposed to be safe.
Animal air travel is not always as
dangerous as the above poll numbers. In fact, dog enthusiasts and breeders
routinely fly their dogs without having any trouble at all. The airlines make
every claim possible that dogs that travel on-board will be perfectly safe. The
same claim are held by the Transportation Association of America.
The American Kennel Club feels differently.
But the organization's leading spokesperson does add that air travel may
be safe provided that the owners take specific precautionary measures so
that their dogs are taken care of.
The number one suggestion to all pet owners
is to completely avoid sending your dog traveling in an airplane unless it is
absolutely necessary. Many veterinarians and humane organizations are
constantly reporting about dog injuries from air travel due to dogs which desperately
attempt to claw its way out of the crate in order to escape. Some of them
actually do escape and become injured in the cargo bay.
It is much safer to bring your dog inside
of your car or SUV when traveling inside the country. You can take breaks as needed so that your
dog can stretch his legs, use the bathroom, and remain free of stress and
anxiety. Your dog will also be surrounded by its family which helps provide
comfort and security during the long trip.
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Pre-Existing Medical Conditions
Of course there is a large number of
successful trips made by dogs on airplanes, but every now again a true horror
story emerges. One of the most important things you can do is to have your dog
thoroughly checked out by the veterinarian for any medical issues.
This check-up should be scheduled
approximately 9 to 10 days before the trip begins. Many dog owners have no idea
that there pets may have a pre-existing condition that could become a problem
during the flight.
A perfect example is older dogs. They could
be at the beginning stages of kidney disease and you would never know because
early in this condition, the dog compensates by drinking tons of water. And if
an older dog in this condition sets foot on an airplane without water to drink,
it may experience renal failure.
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