Find out the requirements of the airline, you are planning to travel in, regarding pet travel. Three weeks before you travel, take your Traveling with Parakeets Go on a test drive with your parakeet, to see how it actually reacts. pet to its vet, for a checkup. Health certificates stating that the bird is fully checked up and found to be healthy, along with some other documents, are needed, ahead of the journey. Proof of current vaccinations may be needed in order to get your bird on the plane. You too can be reassured that your pet is not suffering from any illness that might suddenly crop up, during the journey. A fee has to be paid to the airline, for the transfer of your pet. Pet spaces on airlines are usually limited, and if you are not prompt enough to reserve a space for your bird, your pet might end up being grounded. Few airlines have relaxed travel rules for pets, find out whether the bird can travel with you, in the cabin. It is better if you travel early morning or evening, to avoid the heat of the day. Arrange to check in a little earlier than departure time, so even if the journey is a long one, you could allow your pet to exercise, or stretch its wings, before you board the plane. Try to either book a direct flight, or one that has very few layovers, in between. During stopovers, ask the counter agents or attendants Transfer of your pet Traveling with Parakeets regarding your pet's transfer to the correct connecting flight. In case your flight is delayed, monitor your pet's situation in the cargo hold. As soon as you reach your destination, release your pet from the cargo counter. Let it out of the cage as soon as you can do so, safely, and allow it to move around, for some time. Some parakeets do not like the traveling part. They might find it very difficult, adjusting to strange surroundings and strange people. They do better if they are left at home, in the care of a qualified person, or in boarding facilities, at your local pet store. You might consider your pet to be a member of the family and not wish to leave it behind, but in such situations, it's wiser to leave your pet behind where it will be more comfortable, in its familiar surroundings. This option is only to be used, if you are going for a short period, of one-two weeks, otherwise with patience and planning, you can take your pet along with you, on long trips. Not a great adventure for some pets Traveling with Parakeets It is always best to keep your parakeet's cage on the seat, and not on the floor, while travelling. Collect all the information you can before taking that trip abroad. This will ensure that both your departure and return are hassle free. Traveling with Parakeets 4 things you must not forget on the all-important day = = = = Don't forget to bring food and water for your parakeet. It is also a great idea to get along some treats, but you may find that your parakeet is not very interested in eating. You could also put fresh wet green grass inside the carrier, instead of water. This might help avoid spills and chills. If you want to provide your bird with a water bottle, train it to use it before the journey. A towel or a cloth comes in handy when things get messy. You might also want to cover the carrier, to soothe and relax the bird, just in case, it gets over-stimulated. Bring along styptic powder and water. You might have to deal with your bird's broken wings, or other accidents. |