Safety Concerns about Cat Air Travel

Name: Melinda
Number of Pets: 2
Pet Type: Cats
Pet Breed: Domestic
From: Moreno Valley, CA
To: Austin, Texas

Dear PetRelocation,

I have two male cats I am trying to move to Texas, and I am very stressed and nervous about how to get them there safely. If they're on a plane, are they in a good compartment where there is proper air conditioning and air flow?

Thanks,

Melinda

Hi Melinda,

Your concerns are very understandable... At first glance it does seem a little scary to think about putting your cats on a plane and trusting that everything will go smoothly. The good news is that there are several steps to take to help make sure things do go as well as possible!

First, it's extremely important to choose a pet friendly airline. Not all carriers operate with the same sensitivity towards pets, and in our business we use a select few carriers to help move our pet clients. For your domestic flight, United will be your best choice, as their PetSafe program is tailored to make pet flights safe and comfortable.

In the right hands, your cats will be the last ones loaded onto the plane and the first ones removed, and during the flight they'll be in a temperature and pressure-controlled cargo area. Please take a look at our blog to find the answers to a few frequently asked pet travel questions, and if you're interested in finding out more about flying in general, you can read about how to minimize the risks of pet travel.

If you have further questions about your cats' relocation (note that they need to be up to date on their rabies vaccines and have vet health certificates, as well), please contact us at your convenience.

Hope this helps, and good luck with everything!