Is it bad for puppies to fly on planes?

“Airplanes aren't the cleanest of places and hence can easily carry many germs and illnesses that can easily be picked up by our pets such as Parvo, which can be deadly and easily transmitted,” Ellis tells PEOPLE. Young puppies who have not had their vaccinations are especially at risk.



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Dogs' ears can be sensitive to changes in air pressure during flights, which can cause discomfort or pain. Providing your dog with plenty of water and a comfortable carrier can help alleviate these symptoms.

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Consult your veterinarian to create the best travel plan for your dog if he doesn't travel well. Strategies to reduce the stress of canine flights include: A Thundershirt® which swaddles the dog much like swaddling an infant and can reduce anxiety. A pheromone calming collar to help lower anxiety.

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In the car Your puppy should always be transported in complete safety, preferably in a crate designed for this purpose, in which your pet should be able to stand up and turn around, and sit and lie down comfortably.

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Pets traveling in the cabin need to stay inside a carrier. Carrier requirements may change from airline to airline, but dogs should be able to stand naturally and turn around inside it without touching the sides or top. Can my cat or dog sit on my lap? No.

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Conditions in the cargo hold of commercial jets are not always friendly; temperatures can fluctuate wildly, noise can be tremendous and air pressure can drop significantly, and pets that are checked into this dark space beneath the passenger cabin sometimes die.

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We always recommend feeding pets more than 4 hours prior to being picked up from their home or arriving at the airport. This gives your dog enough time to digest their food and, hopefully, pee and poop before going into their travel kennel.

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