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julie1220 said:
yesterday there was some conversation about flying with your cats - my daughter just brought her 2 cats back from alabama with her last may (a year ago.) I asked her about it and this is what she says:

American and Delta are the ones I'd recommend flying with cats in the cabin. Only Delta allows two cats in the carrier at the same time, total weight must be under 25lbs. Hard-sided carriers generally aren't allowed. Most airlines charge $50-$100 for the cat. Cat must stay in the carrier at all times in the airport and on the plane EXCEPT you will be required to remove the cat for security. The carrier will go through w/carryon baggage to be scanned, and you and the cat will walk through the scanner.

I'd recommend getting a light sleeping pill for the cat from the vet. Also have to visit the vet within 10 days of flying out to get a signed certificate of health - $10. The pill is less than $5 (one for each way, too). And of course, try to have your travel time take the least amount of time possible!

With the carrier, get your cat used to it before travelling. Mine loved to sleep in it - until their first plane trip. of course. They'll still climb in it every now and then though. Also, an absorbent pad is a must. The Sherpa brand is expensive, but it's a good choice: has handles & a strap, changeable pad, netting on sides to see & breath (and smell that 'mom' is still nearby), and two openings - the top one is great for shoving in an unwilling cat. The carrier will have to be stored under the seat in front of you on take-off and landing, but can be brought out to your lap during flight. Mine, however, freaked out more on my lap than under the seat.
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I suggest getting a cat used to wearing a walking jacket or harness and leash well before going on a plane trip. Holding a scared cat in your arms while walking through a scanner isn't safe or secure :shock:

Another Monday at TBP. So much stuff to do today @-) I have a lot of data entry piling up and I'm covering stuff for someone who went to a seminar :-| I'm going to see if I can push some stuff off to tomorrow and Wednesday. And I broke out in a mystery itchy rash on my wrist about an hour ago :? I'm debating whether to get it checked out at Health Services or not. Every time I go there it's always the nurse practitioner and she's kind of useless (she wouldn't remove a splinter I had in my finger and wasn't too concerned about a bleeding gash on my finger, among other things :roll: )
 
Hi Squeem3,

Thanks for the info on flying with your cat. I have never done it but it is useful information to have. I never thought about having to take the cat out while the carrier has to be scanned. I can see where it is a must to have a harness at that time.

Good luck with your work and getting rid of that rash. Could it be poison oak, sumac, or poison ivy? It is that time of year. I will get poison ivy even though I haven't been near the stuff. I think my cats bring it in sometimes. :-|

Have a nice night.

jan and sara
 
Definitely good suggestions!! I don't fly so I never have to worry about this ;)

My energy is still awol. Neck physio starts up again tomorrow. The week Maverick left I cancelled my appointment and never rescheduled - until tomorrow. And I've really slacked off on my stretches. Funny when I found him I promised I would religiously follow his instructions to get better and then bailed on them ohmygod_smile
 
i think starting up a new habit/program is a lot like quitting smoking or dieting. often you have to practice many times before you become fully committed to it. just count this as your dry run, karrie!

we're off to high school graduation tonight so it's an early dinner.
 
jan and sara said:
Good luck with your work and getting rid of that rash. Could it be poison oak, sumac, or poison ivy? It is that time of year. I will get poison ivy even though I haven't been near the stuff. I think my cats bring it in sometimes. :-|
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No poison ivy or anything like that at work. Probably got irritated by disinfectant residue or some airborne allergen. I have really sensitive skin :-| I can break out in a rash just by using soap :?

Leroy left a "masterpee" in the litter box today:

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Doesn't it look just like a fish with an eye? :lol:
 
Hi Squeem, I don't know where you live, but if you live where the "no-see-ums" are out at this time of year, you might very well have no-see-um bites on your wrists (they like to go for the wrist). My wrists were covered with these tiny bites after a canoe trip last week. But the bites are only itchy for a day.
Great info. on plane travel with cats. Thanks!

Ella
 
just in case you all haven't seen Sue & Samwise's condos the past week - she could surely use some support. her husband developed cellulitis, i think - he had an infection in his extremities and couldn't lift his arms at all. that was about a week ago. he went to the hospital, was in the ICU, they cut slices in his arms to let the fluid drain, then they stitched it up. he was in a regular room. she was offline for a couple of days and now he's back in the ICU and she's broken her leg.

They have at least 2 cats, samwise & baggins and they have a horse.

anyway, perhaps you could stop by her condo and offer some support.
 
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