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I always see the animal backpacks (at the store) with a leash attachment for toddlers. I never see parents using them on their kids. I can understand why these products would be good for parents to be sure they have their kid controlled while walking on the street or whatever. Does anyone ever buy these though?
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We did use one for our oldest son. He was a bolter. In an open space he would run. At 18 months old he was a baby who would scream blue murder if placed in a stroller. Not just when placed in the stroller but for the entire time he was in the stroller. He wasn't at an age where he understood that if he ran off on a busy street that he could get hit by a car. It wasn't something that we dragged him around in. When he was using it we worked on having him hold our hand and not running away. It was a safety precaution for us.
At just shy of 2 years old we were at a doctor's appointment for my 2nd pregnancy. My mother was with us and was holding my son's hand. He slipped her grasp and bolted in a busy carpark to chase a bird. Luckily there were no cars nearby at the time. Being heavily pregnant I couldn't chase him but luckily my mother caught him quickly. If I had been by myself anything could have happened. So we started using a harness. It worked for us and we never had any negative comments at all.
We did use one for our oldest son. He was a bolter. In an open space he would run. At 18 months old he was a baby who would scream blue murder if placed in a stroller. Not just when placed in the stroller but for the entire time he was in the stroller. He wasn't at an age where he understood that if he ran off on a busy street that he could get hit by a car. It wasn't something that we dragged him around in. When he was using it we worked on having him hold our hand and not running away. It was a safety precaution for us.
At just shy of 2 years old we were at a doctor's appointment for my 2nd pregnancy. My mother was with us and was holding my son's hand. He slipped her grasp and bolted in a busy carpark to chase a bird. Luckily there were no cars nearby at the time. Being heavily pregnant I couldn't chase him but luckily my mother caught him quickly. If I had been by myself anything could have happened. So we started using a harness. It worked for us and we never had any negative comments at all.
What is the best carrier/case for air travel with my Doxie?
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I am traveling with my DOXIE from NJ to FL, via JetBlue. I need help finding the best dog carrier for this trip. She has to remain in the carrier and under the seat for the flight duration. If anyone knows, or has experience with this, please help me get the best carrier so my doxie is comfortable and calm. THANKS!!!!
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Sherpa makes a very nice soft-sided carrier; it was actually designed by a flight attendant! Can be a little costly. I would try to find a local store rather than just purchasing one online, due to the unique shape of a dachsie!
I say this because the first one I got for my dachshund was plenty tall but not long enough! We had a bit of a skinned nose after the initial trial fitting! We ended up getting a medium "original" sherpa bag for a 14# dachsie.
Be sure the airline knows in advance that you BOTH are coming as there are limits to the number of pets allowed in cabin on each flight. Arrive at the airport even earlier than if you were flying solo. You will probably have to take her out and carry her through the metal detector, while the carrier goes through the x-ray machine; have a leash handy. My dogs wear a harness rather than a collar when we travel - more secure. They have also been "wanded" on occasion so don't be surprised if that happens either! I make an extra copy of health records; one goes in the outer pocket of the bag and the other in my backpack or purse. It's a good idea to limit food and water prior to travel in case your pet is (unbeknownst to you) prone to motion sickness. Baby wipes (unscented) are handy for clean-ups and also you might put a piddle pad in the carrier "just in case".
Benadryl is not only good for motion sickness & ear-popping takeoffs but also makes them a little drowsy; check with your vet for dosages. Dogs can take a surprisingly large amount (for their size, in comparison with ours) because their gut is shorter and stuff passes through more quickly.
Happy travels!
Sherpa makes a very nice soft-sided carrier; it was actually designed by a flight attendant! Can be a little costly. I would try to find a local store rather than just purchasing one online, due to the unique shape of a dachsie!
I say this because the first one I got for my dachshund was plenty tall but not long enough! We had a bit of a skinned nose after the initial trial fitting! We ended up getting a medium "original" sherpa bag for a 14# dachsie.
Be sure the airline knows in advance that you BOTH are coming as there are limits to the number of pets allowed in cabin on each flight. Arrive at the airport even earlier than if you were flying solo. You will probably have to take her out and carry her through the metal detector, while the carrier goes through the x-ray machine; have a leash handy. My dogs wear a harness rather than a collar when we travel - more secure. They have also been "wanded" on occasion so don't be surprised if that happens either! I make an extra copy of health records; one goes in the outer pocket of the bag and the other in my backpack or purse. It's a good idea to limit food and water prior to travel in case your pet is (unbeknownst to you) prone to motion sickness. Baby wipes (unscented) are handy for clean-ups and also you might put a piddle pad in the carrier "just in case".
Benadryl is not only good for motion sickness & ear-popping takeoffs but also makes them a little drowsy; check with your vet for dosages. Dogs can take a surprisingly large amount (for their size, in comparison with ours) because their gut is shorter and stuff passes through more quickly.
Happy travels!
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