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Transporting -- how?
Greetings everyone -- Well, I found a perfect place for Mr. X... it's in California!! I've never transported a cat, not to mention an incontinent one, that far, and I have no idea how to do it. Should I take him as a carry-on on a plane? Drive him? Are there services that will transport animals safely from Texas to California? How do I find out what kind of health records he needs, etc.? Will he have to go into quarantine? Aieeeeee..... is there a FAQ somewhere about this? Thanks -- Lotte |
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Well, I found a perfect place for Mr. X...
it's in California!! I've never transported a cat, not to mention an incontinent one, that far, and I have no idea how to do it. Should I take him as a carry-on on a plane? This is the only option I would consider and would never send a cat in cargo. You'll need to call the airline and make a reservation for both of you. At that point you can also get info on what paperwork you will need for traveling and anything else that is required. It's also important fo you to see where he is going and meet the new caretaker. Even though a place may "sound" perfect, the only way for you to know for sure is to check it out yourself. Since your cat has an especially difficult issue, you need to make absolutely sure that the place he is going is what they say it is and that the attitude of his new caretaker is one that will ensure that you know he will be well taken care of. If all is not as it seems you can turn right around with him and go back. If you have any suspicions or misgivings after seeing the new place, don't leave him there anyway. It doesn't matter how much you spent on a ticket or how much time you spent traveling. If it's not the right situation he needs to go back with you. Megan "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawing http://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album: http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray |
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"Lotte" wrote in message ...
Greetings everyone -- Well, I found a perfect place for Mr. X... it's in California!! I've never transported a cat, not to mention an incontinent one, that far, and I have no idea how to do it. Should I take him as a carry-on on a plane? Drive him? Are there services that will transport animals safely from Texas to California? How do I find out what kind of health records he needs, etc.? Will he have to go into quarantine? Aieeeeee..... is there a FAQ somewhere about this? Thanks -- Lotte Send him cargo. That's good enough for him. |
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Actually...
After doing some research, I have decided to take him as a carry-on by plane. That will give me the chance to meet his adopter, and I can make sure he gets there safely. It's gonna cost me a fortune, but I've come this far, no sense in doing it halfway. I have a friend who may be able to contribute some frequent flyer miles toward my ticket also, so that will help. All I can hope is that the Universe is keeping track of my Karmic bank account, and this money energy comes back to me in some way in the future. But, ya know, if it doesn't, it will still be ok -- the experience has been rewarding in it's own right. Thanks to everyone here for your help and advice. Lotte "IBen Getiner" wrote in message om... "Lotte" wrote in message ... Greetings everyone -- Well, I found a perfect place for Mr. X... it's in California!! I've never transported a cat, not to mention an incontinent one, that far, and I have no idea how to do it. Should I take him as a carry-on on a plane? Drive him? Are there services that will transport animals safely from Texas to California? How do I find out what kind of health records he needs, etc.? Will he have to go into quarantine? Aieeeeee..... is there a FAQ somewhere about this? Thanks -- Lotte Send him cargo. That's good enough for him. |
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"Lotte" wrote in message ... Actually... After doing some research, I have decided to take him as a carry-on by plane. That will give me the chance to meet his adopter, and I can make sure he gets there safely. It's gonna cost me a fortune, but I've come this far, no sense in doing it halfway. I have a friend who may be able to contribute some frequent flyer miles toward my ticket also, so that will help. All I can hope is that the Universe is keeping track of my Karmic bank account, and this money energy comes back to me in some way in the future. But, ya know, if it doesn't, it will still be ok -- the experience has been rewarding in it's own right. Thanks to everyone here for your help and advice. Lotte That's wonderful, Lotte. You're doing a great thing! Your vet should have a list of requirements (health certificates, etc.) for transporting a cat into any state, and I would also check with the airlines. It has been awhile since I traveled by air with my cats, but at that time the health certificate could be no more than 10 days old. Good luck, and please update us after you return from California. MaryL |
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Good evening:
What I was told I would need for transporting a cat on an airplane was a health certificate,I took an up to date rabies certificate, and I kept it all in a place where I could easily get to it. I have only heard of Texas having a quarantine for cats and that is only on the way in to the state. No one asked me about my animals when I was driving into Texas from another state with 3 in my car. Please let the Austin Animal Aware newsletter know what the outcome of your kitty is. Good luck. Chelle. would also check with the airlines. It has been awhile since I traveled by air with my cats, but at that time the health certificate could be no more than 10 days old. "The day may come when the rest of the animal creation may acquire those rights which never could have been withholden from them but by the hand of tyranny. The question is not can they REASON, nor can they TALK, but can they SUFFER?" -- Jeremy Bentham |
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