Can dogs be passengers ?

[rauxaman]

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As an experienced dog owner and pilot I would say its all about the dog's temperament, if unsure try a few fast taxi runs first to gauge the reaction but do not, do not reward the dog for being in a stress situation... this will only reinforce any suspicion of being in a threatening environment, we need to present the experience as quite normal.

One of my previous dogs used to travel with me whenever possible, he started as an 8 week puppy in a cardboard box on the adjacent seat and was always great fun.

My present pedigree mutt is rather "strung" and if I wanted to go flying with her this will require a careful introduction but is not impossible... I now have use of a Piper Arrow and am seriously considering an introduction this spring time.

I believe taking the dog out of the uk is not a problem, the problem is returning! The dog must have have been clear of rabies for at least 6 months which means a rabies treatment 8 months before the return (if treated now, the dog can return to the uk in July-Aug 2010) and must have had a certified tick and tape worm treatment 48 hrs prior to the return (the vets in L2k must be pretty busy).

Hope this helps.

R

[Lister Noble]

I knew Neville from the King William pub, when I was around 17 and living in Chigwell,he always had a greyhound and took it flying,his other trick was to put a pint of beer in the passenger seat and loop without spilling a drop.
He mostly drank with an airline pilot who I think flew 707's for BOAC.
Quite a character and a gentleman,don't see the combination much today.
Lister

[GGR]

Can if its golden receiver

GGR

[Bryn the Sheepdog]

I got my First Flight Certificate when I was just nine and a half weeks old.

[john_tullamarine]

my old dog Sooty (a Poodle) ..

One would expect nothing less from a poodle of any sub-persuasion.

My silver Mini has a delightful habit of sitting between the seats, leaning against my shoulder ... and slowly falling asleep.

Often he manages to remain in place .. at other times the body follows the head's lead ... He has, on occasion, even managed to fall off the clipping table when he goes to sleep ... not uncommon at all to find me asleep on the bed and him asleep on/across my tummy .. and, given my particular tummy, that is not altogether an easy task.

mmm .. perhaps the Toys might not be as ideal as a Standard but, I guess, largely a matter of individual temperament and training.

I wouldn't dream of taking his replacement, a Dalmatian

A poodle fancier changing breeds ? ... heresy !!

[S-Works]

My 9 month old Yorkie has over 200hrs in her log book. Her predecessor who managed 16 years had around 700.

[benwizz]

This guy takes his cat flying!

[easy307]

You may not bring a pet into the UK from a private boat or plane.

Defra, UK - Animal health and welfare - Pet Travel Scheme - pets routes

[fernytickles]

Our camping trip to Manitoulin Island this past summer, PIC - pup in charge. We tried muttmuffs for her, but they slipped off. I make a bed in the back of the 180 to get her as far away from the engine noise as possible, and she is ok with that. We make sure every trip has a fun result - camping, or going somewhere that she gets to run around and do doggy fun stuff.

[fholbert]

I take my dog with me on long trips. I set the auto pilot then go to sleep, she barks if she sees traffic. Once if it's GA, twice if it's a heavy.

Frank Holbert
Flying the Bellanca Super Viking

[aluminium persuader]

Flew an IMC renewal once, some years ago, with the examiner's two dogs black lab & mongie) in the back.

Also heard a tale of a dog getting a ride in a Hunter to be reunited with his master who was off-unit for some reason!

ap

[Andy H]

For those of you who want to experience a doggy flight with a purpose, I believe Popham Airfield hosts an annual Canine Fly In
Andy

[Flash0710]

tried mutt muffs..... he ate them, besides the sound in the Yak is nothing compared to the choons in the car.....

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