Should I put my dog on an airplane?

I have had to travel with my working dog and she was perfectly fine with the experience but I know other dogs who don't fare so well. One thing you need to understand is that dogs have an ability to feel even the slightest vibration. A plan as well as the air pressure against the plane offers a lot of vibration that can either sooth the dog or upset it. Pets have to be housed with cargo but you can ask to witness the dog being put on the plane. Do not feed or water the dog for at least 12 hours prior to flight or the dog could vomit and without being attended could even choke on their own vomit or dehydrate faster than if you do give the dog water. You can get medication from your vet to calm the dog while in flight but most dogs don't need it. I have had very positive experiences with my dog flying but I do know one person who's kennel got lost. Luckily his service dog was with him on the plane so I would highly recommend that you ask to see the dog be placed on the plane.