Valuable Pet Tips
(courtesy of The Atlanta Journal/Constitution 8/10/05)
Tips To Make A Pet's Flight Safer:
*Make sure your pet is wearing a collar and an ID tag and include destination information. Breakaway collars are best for cats.
*Book a direct flight whenever possible and try to avoid heavy travel times (weekends and holidays). This will decrease the likelihood of your pet being left on the tarmac during extreme weather conditions or mishandled by baggage personnel.
*Purchase a U.S. Department of Agriculture-approved shipping crate that is large enough for your pet to stand, sit and change position comfortably.
*Write "LIVE ANIMAL" in large letters on the top and sides of the crate. Use arrows to show the upright position of the crate.
More tips, plus airline prices and requirements at www.ajc.com/travel. More information is available at www.airconsumer.ost.dot.gov -- click on Air Travel Consumer Report.