- Make sure your pet has proper tags with your name and permanent address and phone number on them. Also bring any health certificates of vaccinations or veterinarian records. A Zoo Sanitary Certificate is a document your vet can give you for international travel. Sometimes an import permit is required for certain animals. Call the airline in advance to inquire about documentation regulations.
- Inside the cage or carrying cabinet that your pet is stored in, place ice in a bowl which will gradually melt during the trip and provide water to the pet. The slowly melting ice is less likely to cause large spills and guarantees the pet access to water throughout the flight.
- By making sure your pet is well fed before boarding the flight there is no risk of animal experiencing severe hunger during the flight. Most trips from the United States to Mexico are only a few hours in length and do not pose any risk to the animal. A couple of chewable food sticks can be purchased from the pet store and provide a snack en route. These do not spill or come out of the cage compartment as dry dog food might.
