Woody's in PA!! See Karen's new thread

[Cinder & Smoke]

Ok, I called that American Eagle place, it's actually American Airlines.
They can fly him from Wichita Falls, TX to Harrisburg, PA for $191.72
That is using a small crate/carrier.
I have to check with Leslie whether she has one or
they'd need to purchase one from the airlines.

Leslie, the number to call for info is 800-777-6931.
There are a bunch of recordings they have you listen to, but it's helpful.

For detailed information - go to the American Airlines CARGO website that deals with Live Animals >>>
https://www.aacargo.com/shipping/animals.jhtml

Note: There are differing rules & regulations IF the animal will be traveling WITH a human passenger
on the same aircraft - If Woody is flying SOLO - he'll be carried in the cargo hold as a >>>
"Priority Parcel Service" (PPS) (Air CARGO)Priority Parcel Service is the preferred method for shipping, if the combined weight of your animal and kennel is less than 70 lbs., and is available within the United States. This type of Air CARGO shipment is normally handled by the Air CARGO group - but at smaller airports like Wichita Falls, TX - there IS NO Air CARGO terminal operated by AA or American Eagle - ALL Arrangements for Woody's flight will be handled by the regular PASSENGER Agents inside the terminal.

And there are NO "advance reservations" allowed - it's first come / first served with only
ONE animal kennel permitted on the small "comuter style" aircraft flying out of Wichita Falls, TX.
And they do NOT sell approved kennels at the ticket counter - his "Approved Kennel" will
have to be purchased at a PetsMart or similar pet store.

Please read the ENTIRE web site referenced above - there are a LOT of
"little details" that have to be followed or he'll be *rejected*.

1)
PRIORITY PARCEL SERVICE/PPS at Wichita Falls, TX:

PPS DROP OFF: FOR SHIPPERS KNOWN TO AA
LOCATION: AA TICKET COUNTER
HOURS: 530AM-7PM DAILY
FOR OTHER SHIPPERS SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE WHEN SHIPPING LIVE ANIMALS OR LIFE SAVING MEDICAL SHIPMENTS.
Contact an Air Cargo Agent @ 1-800-777-6931
Location of Terminal:
AMERICAN AIRLINES PRIORITY PARCEL SYSTEM
WICHITA FALLS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
ROUTE 4, BOX 6
ARMSTRONG ROAD
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76306


2) The Shipper (Leslie) will need a Photo ID - see >>>
https://www.aacargo.com/downloads/ss...FLMYCSOATXCFEY

3) Basic Documents required for Dogs:

• The original and 1 copy of a health certificate signed by a licensed veterinarian stating that the animal is healthy enough to travel by air and is free of injury and disease. The certificate must be dated 10 days or less from the date your animal will be shipped.
• A rabies vaccination certificate issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian.
  OR
• A combination health and rabies certificate, with details as mentioned above.

4) Temperature Requirements and Restrictions

Warm-blooded Animals and Birds
For the health and safety of your animal, American Airlines follows the USDA guidelines for shipping animals during periods of extreme temperatures. The optimum temperature range for transporting most warm-blooded animals, including birds, is between 45 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit at the origin, destination and connecting cities. Warm-blooded animals will not be accepted for transport if the actual or forecasted temperature exceeds 85 degrees Fahrenheit at any city on the routing. (See exceptions below.)

Shipping Warm-blooded Animals in Temperatures Below 45 Degrees Fahrenheit
For all animals, if the temperature is, or is forecasted to be, under 45 degrees at any city on the animal's routing, a Certificate of Acclimation is required in order for your animal to travel. This certificate must be issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian and dated within 10 days of the shipping date. It must include the shipper's name and address, type of animal and to what temperature below 45 degrees the animal can withstand (but not lower than 20 degrees). Your animal may be accepted as long as the forecasted temperature is not below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, or the temperature noted on the certificate, whichever is more restrictive.

A certificate of acclimation with no specific temperature stated on the document (i.e. animal's thermoneutral temperature zone) is invalid and will cause your animal shipment to be refused by American Airlines.

**Note: It's WINTER time! Harrisburg is quite likely to have temps below 45* F - so Woody needs a note from the Vet saying how low he can go ---
This is in case he gets delayed in loading or unloading - he might be sitting in a baggage transporter out on the runway. It's not "supposed" to happen, but it might.

5) Kennel Guidelines
Read this section of the website very carefully!
There are a LOT of "little details"
* door secured with ties - need holes in all four corners of the doorway
* Food & Water dishes secured inside the kennel - even if he's NOT to be fed enroute.
* Food on top - even if he's not to be fed ("Emergency Rations")
* Labels & Tags
* Vet's Order not to feed him enroute ...
** He will NOT be allowed out of the kennel for a potty break - unless he gets stranded (and then he'll be sent to a boarding facility).
He'll be a lot more comfortable eating & pottying 4 hours before the trip starts, then just Fasting till he gets there. If you allow them to water him at Dallas - it will be a long wait to pee in Harrisburg! Best he fly "dry".

6) Collar & Tags ...
He should wear a good, well-fitted collar that he CAN'T wiggle out of - and
be fitted with his rabies tag and an ID Tag with both Texas and PA phone numbers. (Just in case ...)

Safe Trip, Woody!

/s/ Phred

[AdoreMyDogs]

Although I'm sad to see him go, and a little nervous about sending him on an airplane all by himself, I know it'll all end well for my little friend. He's just so precious. I got teary-eyed reading about the details of his trip on an airplane He's really, really a special little boy and I'm so glad that he's going to a good home.

Tomorrow when Quinn's napping (easiest time for me) I'll give that number a call. Thank you everyone for pitching in to help Woody get to Jennie! You're all wonderful!

[jennielynn1970]

Phred - Woody will be traveling by himself. I think it's easier that way. The flights on expedia went to Dallas, and I'd need to rent a car from there to get to Leslie's. American Airlines/American Eagle will fly directly out of Wichita Falls and to Harrisburg (which is about 1hr from me).

So many things to plan and do! I was just to the doctor tonight for my laryngitis and upper respiratory, so was waiting there, then the pharmacy, then came home to mop my kitchen floor and do more cleaning. Head is pounding, so will wait till kitchen floor is dry, grab some excederin and then will be back to check on more info.

It would probably be easiest for Leslie to get the paypal donations since Woody will be coming from that end. Lord knows their transfers take time when you send them anyway, so less fussing around will be best.

[jennielynn1970]

I sent a donation via paypal.... use it for the health certificate at the vet, or whatever, ok?? Give my pupper some big kissies for me!!

Should I stock up on Revolution or Frontline before he gets here?? We're not in flea season here, but not sure how the weather is down there.

[Cinder & Smoke]

There are a few Important Questions regarding Woody's *Flight Home* that
continue to go unanswered ...

1) Has a Date been decided upon for Woody's Flight?
** Must consider & complete items:
* He needs the Vet Visit for Shots and a Physical
* His kennel has to be made flight-ready - Bowls, Labels, a Pad, Food Pouch, Vet's Orders
* WHO is going to send him off and pick him up ???

2) WHERE is he going = Harrisburg or Philadelphia ??? Jenn ?????
* Cost, delay and flight times are almost the same for either destination;
. . . pick one destination based upon ease of picking him up.

3) When will sufficient Funds be collected?
* Leslie should have at least two donations by now ...
* Please Post the Number of dontions received and the total received as
. . . often as you can

4) Has Woody ever had any Puppy Shots, yet?
* He souldn't fly till after he's had at least the initial set of Puppy Shots
* Ask the Vet about giving a Rabies shot - IF the Vet says he's too young;
. . . you'll need a Signed Vet's Statement to that effect to send with Woody

Fly High, Woody!

[pitc9]

Phred, I'm sure when he flies all depends on when enough money is collected to pay for his flight. Leslie said in her last post that when her hubby gets paid next she'll take him to the vet for his health certificate. Yes, he has his shots.

ALL DONATIONS FOR WOODY'S FLIGHT CAN BE SENT TO LESLIE VIA PAY PAL TO:[email protected]

[Cinder & Smoke]

when her hubby gets paid next she'll take him to the vet
for his health certificate.

Yes, he has his shots.

ALL DONATIONS FOR WOODY'S FLIGHT CAN BE SENT TO LESLIE VIA PAY PAL AT:
[email protected]

Don't get the Vet's Health Certificate "too soon" -
they're only VALID for 10 DAYS after the Vet signs it!

If his flight gets delayed past 10 days - the Vet will have to
issue a NEW Certificate with a fresh date.

You ought to wait till the Ticket Money is "in hand" - THEN go to the Vet.

Good that he has his Puppy Shots - what about the Rabies shot?

Donate Early ~ Donate Often

[AdoreMyDogs]

Don't get the Vet's Health Certificate "too soon" -
they're only VALID for 10 DAYS after the Vet signs it!

If his flight gets delayed past 10 days - the Vet will have to
issue a NEW Certificate with a fresh date.

You ought to wait till the Ticket Money is "in hand" - THEN go to the Vet.

Good that he has his Puppy Shots - what about the Rabies shot?

Donate Early ~ Donate Often

He's too young for a rabies shot, and I will have a vet sign a waver that proves it prior to his flight.

Thank you everyone in advance for helping donate towards getting Woody to his new mommy We appreciate, as does Jennie I'm sure!

[Seravieve]

Sent money this morning... =)