Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Monday, August 1, 2011

Flying with your dog

We had a recent chat with Jet Airways regarding their policy for flying dogs. Some main points we got from the conversation were:

1. The dogs are usually stowed in an temperature and pressure controlled environment in the belly of the plane.
2. The charges for flying your dog are roughly 200/kg plus a 1200 rs service charge and the cost of the cage/container.
3. Puppies must be atleast 2 1/2 months old to fly.
4. Dogs must carry a certificate deeming them 'fit to fly' from a vet. Also a history of your pets inoculations. 
5. Pugs, bulldogs and boxers are on the no-fly list as they are believed to be Al Qaeda operatives. No, seriously because they have breathing issues when flown in an aircraft and carry risk of death.
6. Reservations can be made by calling the airlines' cargo division in your city.

So the next time you plan to fly your doggies for shaadi or non-shaadi related reasons keep in mind these general guidelines.