12-04-2011, 06:59 PM
After Googling "Flying snub nosed dogs", it doesn't sound like a very prudent thing to do, especially since you're only coming over for a one-month visit. In the best case scenario, you'll be putting your pup under emotional (if not physical) stress four times (once for each leg of the trip), and will then have to care for him (or find a place to park him) while you're here. In the worst case scenario...well, let's not even go there. But be aware of the risks: "An article in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association quotes a Department of Transportation survey that found 122 dogs have <KeaauRich editorial change: "been reunited with their heavenly Master..."> during flights between 2005 and 2010. Half of the deaths were brachycephalic breeds, which includes pugs, all bulldog types, boxers, Boston Terriers, Shih Tzu and King Charles Spaniels."
“Brachycephalic dogs have trouble breathing under the best circumstances,” wrote veterinarian Eric Barchas in response to the journal article. “The take-home message is clear: brachycephalic dogs are at increased risk when travelling in the cargo hold.”
“Brachycephalic dogs have trouble breathing under the best circumstances,” wrote veterinarian Eric Barchas in response to the journal article. “The take-home message is clear: brachycephalic dogs are at increased risk when travelling in the cargo hold.”