I heard some time ago, that pets flying....
should not be given sedatives. I think if you were with the kitty, watching him, then it would be ok. Or if you were in a car and able to monitor him......
I, too, think they are afraid of the breathing thing.......I don't know if all of the airlines keep the air flowing like they do in the passenger areas.
I have heard excellent things about some folks who ship pets and then I have heard nightmares too. I wouldn't hesitate to ship a pet by air, except for the cost...........
All things considered, I think Boomer is a good age, in good health, not a "pure bred" "hyper, sensitive"....... like some cats....and will be fine. He looks like he has a bit of weight on him, so water will be his best friend for those hours. I would attach a couple of water bottles for him......if that is what you are going to do.
I will track his flights....when is he leaving again?
Good luck the big Boomer! "G & G Hotel Ohio" is right around the corner. You will love your new home and you get to be with many more buddies and kids and Grandma & Grandpa and well, it will be a love fest. And you have all these pet talk folks rooting for you too!
Be good Boomer.
Sas and her campers
Boomer's photo is my background
I saved his photo as my background on my office computer. I will think of his for the next few days!
You go Boomer!