Traveling tips for solo drive with dog?

Cody

So... I'm 25 years old, preparing to take a lengthy road trip across the country in a car with my dog next spring. I'm currently saving money while living in Indianapolis and am eagerly awaiting this much needed experience.. but I want to prepare and get good advice from some people who know more about it.
My plan is to leave here and spend approx. a month or two on the road, mostly camping to prolong funds and spend some real time out in the open country. I am going to attempt and make a mapout of sorts, but I would also like to be able to "go with the flow" whenever I may feel the urge.
I fully intend on making sure my car is in good shape, and to gather everthing I may need, while still trying to maintain a reasonably minimal supply.
My end result would be to land in Austin and attempt to get my feet on solid ground with remaining funds long enough possibly stick around for a year or so.

so even though I'm sure the question is somewhat vague, and some of you are going to tell me all about how bad it could/will go for whatever reason.. keep in mind that the risk and/or possibilities are a big part of why I want to do it in the first place...so I am just asking for any advice, or good sources for more information, or useful tips, or even places I must visit... anything at all really, I have time to prepare and plan and no date is set in stone, so all is open right now. Thanks ahead of time

Answer
Austin Texas is gawd-awful hot in the summer so plan things for arrival in the Spring, say April-May. Your dog will feel comfortable traveling in a wire crate secured to the car. It is necessary to have some kind of carpet on the floor of this crate so that the dog can "hold on." Slinging around is not secure for them. You can also do some dog seat-belt arrangement.

There are so many things you cannot do with a dog. So forget going into a restaurant. Best bet is the drive up window and that gets really old. Don't even know how you'd manage to go to a grocery store.

Shipping a dog to Windsor Ontario?

bear 2 zea

I need to ship a dog from Indianapolis to Windsor Ontario. Does anyone know of an airport that is close to Windsor? United goes to Toronto, but it is about 200 miles from Windsor. Detroit is too far for her to travel as well. Air Canada is not taking any transfers from United right now. This boy has to go in an extra large crate. He weighs about 90 pounds.
The Windsor Airport is small, if I can find an airline to take this dog there I will, but in the mean time I need to find a bigger airport close to there.
This boy should be fine to ship. He is 2. I have shipped pups many times. Does anyone know of an airport close to Windsor?

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If you're going through all the trouble of 'shipping' him, perhaps you can persuade someone to drive him there?

Flying in a cargo hold of a plane is a very stressful situation - especially for your rover friend.

Try making the journey by land... as much as possible. I am sure your dog would prefer it that way too!

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How much does it cost to ship a 3 lb maltese from Billings, Montana to Indianapolis, Indiana?

avontatert

I am wanting to buy a maltese puppy that is about 2.35lbs right now. I am really wanting her, and I have never shipped an animal across the United States. I don't know much about crate or anything but I could talk to the person who is giving her to me. I would like to know if anybody knows around how much it would cost me to get her or some good airlines at low prices. I am wanting to spend about $160 or less and I am wondering if that is even possible. Thanks for helping out.

Answer
Before you spend all that kind of money why not ask for a rescue group that does transports. We do Great dane rescue"s and they have a transport for dogs all over the midwest and Canada.
We have transported dogs from Danes to Daschounds with our group to get them to their destinations.
Try looking for dogs/transports and rescue"s to see if you can find any info on this for sure.
As far as shipping I am not sure what that cost best to contact airports and see what the charge is. Crates of course are extra and I am not sure how long this trip would take but I suggest you contact the Indianapolis International airport and some of the airlines to see.
I cannot see it costing that much but with the crate it sounds about right.

Good Luck:)

How can I help a goose with a broken wing without having to go near it?

Q. I have a situation. I live right by a lake and I always see this goose walking around, but it never flies. One of it's wings looks like it could be broken because it kind of hangs down from its side, and whenever it flaps its wings, it hardly moves the one that looks broken. Now, I've had many bad experiences with geese running after me and attacking me so I am afraid to pick it up and take it to the vet. Is there any way I can help it without having to go near it myself? I'd feel horrible to just let it wander around with a broken wing seeing as winter is right around the corner, and it would have nowhere to go. Is there some kind of organization that would come out and take care of the goose? I live in Indianapolis, so if there is anyone who can help this poor goose please let me know.

Answer
the best thing for you to do is find a wildlife rehabber in your area and ask them to come and get it if possible. many will. Call a local vet to see if they can refer you to one or call the DEC as they can. It is free. Poor goose. If for some reason they cannot can try to catch with a net and put in dog crate and take to rehabber or vet that sees wildlife that is injured. Good luck and so good of you to help it.

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How much does it cost to ship a 3 lb maltese from Billings, Montana to Indianapolis, Indiana?

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avontatert

I am wanting to buy a maltese puppy that is about 2.35lbs right now. I am really wanting her, and I have never shipped an animal across the United States. I don't know much about crate or anything but I could talk to the person who is giving her to me. I would like to know if anybody knows around how much it would cost me to get her or some good airlines at low prices. I am wanting to spend about $160 or less and I am wondering if that is even possible. Thanks for helping out.

Answer
Before you spend all that kind of money why not ask for a rescue group that does transports. We do Great dane rescue"s and they have a transport for dogs all over the midwest and Canada.
We have transported dogs from Danes to Daschounds with our group to get them to their destinations.
Try looking for dogs/transports and rescue"s to see if you can find any info on this for sure.
As far as shipping I am not sure what that cost best to contact airports and see what the charge is. Crates of course are extra and I am not sure how long this trip would take but I suggest you contact the Indianapolis International airport and some of the airlines to see.
I cannot see it costing that much but with the crate it sounds about right.

Good Luck:)

Traveling tips for solo drive with dog?

Cody

So... I'm 25 years old, preparing to take a lengthy road trip across the country in a car with my dog next spring. I'm currently saving money while living in Indianapolis and am eagerly awaiting this much needed experience.. but I want to prepare and get good advice from some people who know more about it.
My plan is to leave here and spend approx. a month or two on the road, mostly camping to prolong funds and spend some real time out in the open country. I am going to attempt and make a mapout of sorts, but I would also like to be able to "go with the flow" whenever I may feel the urge.
I fully intend on making sure my car is in good shape, and to gather everthing I may need, while still trying to maintain a reasonably minimal supply.
My end result would be to land in Austin and attempt to get my feet on solid ground with remaining funds long enough possibly stick around for a year or so.

so even though I'm sure the question is somewhat vague, and some of you are going to tell me all about how bad it could/will go for whatever reason.. keep in mind that the risk and/or possibilities are a big part of why I want to do it in the first place...so I am just asking for any advice, or good sources for more information, or useful tips, or even places I must visit... anything at all really, I have time to prepare and plan and no date is set in stone, so all is open right now. Thanks ahead of time

Answer
Austin Texas is gawd-awful hot in the summer so plan things for arrival in the Spring, say April-May. Your dog will feel comfortable traveling in a wire crate secured to the car. It is necessary to have some kind of carpet on the floor of this crate so that the dog can "hold on." Slinging around is not secure for them. You can also do some dog seat-belt arrangement.

There are so many things you cannot do with a dog. So forget going into a restaurant. Best bet is the drive up window and that gets really old. Don't even know how you'd manage to go to a grocery store.

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How much does it cost to ship a 3 lb maltese from Billings, Montana to Indianapolis, Indiana?

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avontatert

I am wanting to buy a maltese puppy that is about 2.35lbs right now. I am really wanting her, and I have never shipped an animal across the United States. I don't know much about crate or anything but I could talk to the person who is giving her to me. I would like to know if anybody knows around how much it would cost me to get her or some good airlines at low prices. I am wanting to spend about $160 or less and I am wondering if that is even possible. Thanks for helping out.

Answer
Before you spend all that kind of money why not ask for a rescue group that does transports. We do Great dane rescue"s and they have a transport for dogs all over the midwest and Canada.
We have transported dogs from Danes to Daschounds with our group to get them to their destinations.
Try looking for dogs/transports and rescue"s to see if you can find any info on this for sure.
As far as shipping I am not sure what that cost best to contact airports and see what the charge is. Crates of course are extra and I am not sure how long this trip would take but I suggest you contact the Indianapolis International airport and some of the airlines to see.
I cannot see it costing that much but with the crate it sounds about right.

Good Luck:)

Traveling tips for solo drive with dog?

Cody

So... I'm 25 years old, preparing to take a lengthy road trip across the country in a car with my dog next spring. I'm currently saving money while living in Indianapolis and am eagerly awaiting this much needed experience.. but I want to prepare and get good advice from some people who know more about it.
My plan is to leave here and spend approx. a month or two on the road, mostly camping to prolong funds and spend some real time out in the open country. I am going to attempt and make a mapout of sorts, but I would also like to be able to "go with the flow" whenever I may feel the urge.
I fully intend on making sure my car is in good shape, and to gather everthing I may need, while still trying to maintain a reasonably minimal supply.
My end result would be to land in Austin and attempt to get my feet on solid ground with remaining funds long enough possibly stick around for a year or so.

so even though I'm sure the question is somewhat vague, and some of you are going to tell me all about how bad it could/will go for whatever reason.. keep in mind that the risk and/or possibilities are a big part of why I want to do it in the first place...so I am just asking for any advice, or good sources for more information, or useful tips, or even places I must visit... anything at all really, I have time to prepare and plan and no date is set in stone, so all is open right now. Thanks ahead of time

Answer
Austin Texas is gawd-awful hot in the summer so plan things for arrival in the Spring, say April-May. Your dog will feel comfortable traveling in a wire crate secured to the car. It is necessary to have some kind of carpet on the floor of this crate so that the dog can "hold on." Slinging around is not secure for them. You can also do some dog seat-belt arrangement.

There are so many things you cannot do with a dog. So forget going into a restaurant. Best bet is the drive up window and that gets really old. Don't even know how you'd manage to go to a grocery store.

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Crate Training a Dog….?

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Steph

How old is too old to try to crate train a dog?

I have 2 Rotts: Roseâ6years old & Ollieâ5years old.

If I do try to train them, do you think it will make them think they are bad?
Make them get aggressive?

If they are not too old, any pointers would be great! Along with any web sites or stores that sale large crates & accessories for them at a cheep price. (I live in Indianapolis, IN)

I have decided that this may be the only way to keep them under control when I leave the house, since they like to trash the house. (They are fine when we are home but when we leave it is a free for all.) We adopted them both when they where a little over 2 years old. & have not had any problems with them till we moved into our new house about 2 months ago.

Also looking to find a good Minivan barrier that will work well with out scratching up the interior for when I have to bring the dogs to the vet etc. To keep them in the back, & not roaming the Minivan.

Thanks in advance everyone!

Answer
They're never too old, it just takes a little longer sometimes, that's all!

Rather than write the whole thing out - I found a lot of ansers here (see below in the source box)

Hope this helps.

How much does it cost to ship a 3 lb maltese from Billings, Montana to Indianapolis, Indiana?

avontatert

I am wanting to buy a maltese puppy that is about 2.35lbs right now. I am really wanting her, and I have never shipped an animal across the United States. I don't know much about crate or anything but I could talk to the person who is giving her to me. I would like to know if anybody knows around how much it would cost me to get her or some good airlines at low prices. I am wanting to spend about $160 or less and I am wondering if that is even possible. Thanks for helping out.

Answer
Before you spend all that kind of money why not ask for a rescue group that does transports. We do Great dane rescue"s and they have a transport for dogs all over the midwest and Canada.
We have transported dogs from Danes to Daschounds with our group to get them to their destinations.
Try looking for dogs/transports and rescue"s to see if you can find any info on this for sure.
As far as shipping I am not sure what that cost best to contact airports and see what the charge is. Crates of course are extra and I am not sure how long this trip would take but I suggest you contact the Indianapolis International airport and some of the airlines to see.
I cannot see it costing that much but with the crate it sounds about right.

Good Luck:)

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How can I help a goose with a broken wing without having to go near it?

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J18

I have a situation. I live right by a lake and I always see this goose walking around, but it never flies. One of it's wings looks like it could be broken because it kind of hangs down from its side, and whenever it flaps its wings, it hardly moves the one that looks broken. Now, I've had many bad experiences with geese running after me and attacking me so I am afraid to pick it up and take it to the vet. Is there any way I can help it without having to go near it myself? I'd feel horrible to just let it wander around with a broken wing seeing as winter is right around the corner, and it would have nowhere to go. Is there some kind of organization that would come out and take care of the goose? I live in Indianapolis, so if there is anyone who can help this poor goose please let me know.

Answer
the best thing for you to do is find a wildlife rehabber in your area and ask them to come and get it if possible. many will. Call a local vet to see if they can refer you to one or call the DEC as they can. It is free. Poor goose. If for some reason they cannot can try to catch with a net and put in dog crate and take to rehabber or vet that sees wildlife that is injured. Good luck and so good of you to help it.

International Pet Moving Service Washington Branch!!!! (PET SCAM!)?

DaZane

I was jus an victim of this ridiculous scam that ive later learned, as been flowing thru the internet quite rapidly. I was offered to buy two Yorkie Terriers for $120 and that only included shipping. The email of this aclaimed seller is terrymanns10@yahoo whose name is Terry Damon. And the airline company that supposely is legit, email is ipms_pettransport@consultant.com, whose headquarters claimed to be in Cameroon, Africa. Please beware of this scam for you will not recieve your pet! Jus a bad day and money wasted!! Below is the half way believable email they sent me to follow up on their sell....

PETS DEPARTMENT
INTERNATIONAL PETS MOVING SERVICES
WASHINGTON BRANCH
USA

Welcome to International Pet Moving service Washington Branch, the relocating pets
best friend since 1977.We are working in the collaboration with the Continental and Delta airways.The relationship of pets and people is a treasured one, as evidenced by the love shown with the children and their pets in the above photos; and is recognized as the human-animal bond. As you contemplate moving your family pet by air as you relocate, you want the best for your pet.International Pet Moving service holds the welfare and safety of your family pet as our primary consideration. Whether your pet is an experienced flier or a first time flier, Air pet move specialists, pet owners themselves, understand the relationship you have with your pet and will only provide the best pet moving service for your family pet both, nationwide & worldwide as you relocate.
We handle all of the following:
⢠Prearrange all necessary flights, ensuring a direct connection when possible.
⢠Make sure that all necessary shots are current and that all paperwork is in place......................
⢠Pick up your pet at the airport and deliver them to your house....
⢠Meet them at the destination airport and deliver them to your home....And handle them with care during flight..
We are professional pet movers responsible for the relocation of pets to their new families. When your contract is with us, you are assigned a PERSONAL PET MOVE COUNSELOR who will work with you to arrange the fastest, most direct flight for your pet. We work with your relocation schedule to ensure as smooth a move as possible.

Dear Client,
INFORMATION ABOUT THE DELIVERY AND RELOCATION OF YOUR PUPPIES
We have information about some Two Yorkshire Terrier Puppies(Jake and Cindy) From Mrs Terry Manns here at the International Pet Moving service to be transported and home delivered to you using the following home address;
Name: xxxxxxx xxxxxxxx
Address:xxxx Lake xxxxx Street
State/City: Indianapolis, Indiana xxxxx
Phone#:317-xxx-xxxx
Airport:Indianapolis International Airport
Crate Model...................AF 5790AC-12
Breed and Tag Name....... Two Yorkie Puppies(Jake & Cindy)
These Puppies will come with all necessary papers needed,but as the USA veterinarian must conduct another test to be sure of their health status,It was done ,all was fine and Medication Papers were accurate ,The test Results shows that the puppies are free from such diseases that may attack other Animals like (Dogs And Cats).So these puppies are now ready for moving and home delivering services.But it should be noted that this processes cannot be carried out unless the fees for the shipment ($120.00 USD) and ($80.00USD) for feeding is paid.. These pets will come alongside with two of our pet carriers.This payment is to be done to the headquarters in CAMEROON Branch of our Delivery Service, Which is our new construction site. YOU ARE REQUESTED TO PAY VIA WALMART-MONEYGRAM BECAUSE WE HAVE THEIR UNITS AT OUR HEADQUARTERS IN CAMEROON DESIGNED FOR SUCH TRANSACTIONS.ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS GO TO THE CLOSEST WALMART STORE AT YOUR LOCATION AND USE THE MONEYGRAM SERVICE TO SEND THE MONEY TO THE DIRECTOR OF THE AIR PETS MOVING PET MOVING SERVICES USING THE
ADDRESS;
NB.
WE USUALLY USE BANKS ACCOUNT AND CREDIT CARDS TO PAY WHEN BOOKING FLIGHT FOUR DAYS AHEAD BUT IF YOU WANT A FLIGHT ON THE SAME DAY YOU PAY DIRECTLY VIA MONEY GRAM SO HOPE YOU UNDERSTAND WHY YOU ARE USING MONEY GRAM AND NOT PAYING DIRECTLY TO OUR BANK ACCOUNT OR CREDIT CARD. WE WILL BE WAITING FOR YOUR EMAIL FOR FURTHER EXPLANATION.
PAYMENT ADDRESS
NAMES:MRS STELLA JOY MIRANET
COUNTRY:CAMEROON
ZIP CODE:00237
STATE:LITTORAL
CITY:DOUALA
This payment should be done as soon as possible so the puppies can be home delivered to you on time today,if the fees is not provided the puppies will not be dispatched from our detention and will spend more on daily feedings until the manager confirms the payment of the $200USD.
Kindly email us with the 8digit reference number as soon as the payment is done.Immediately the payment is confirmed then the Tracking Number as well as the flight receipt to ensure a 100% assurance for the transaction.
Thanks

FLIGHT DETAILS
Name of carrier.........................

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THANK YOU SO MUCH. BECAUSE I JUST GOT OFF THE PHONE WITH THEM. AS I READ YOUR E-MAIL TO THEM THEY HUNG UP SO I CALLED THEM BACK AT:01123774809589 THAT IS THE NUMBER TO CALL THEM AT SO YOU CAN GET YOUR MONEY BACK ......I TOLD THEM TO NOT CONTACT ME OR I WOULD BE HAVING THERE ASS BY THE BALLS..... SO GOOD THING YOU WROTE THIS OR I WOULD HAVE SEND THEM THE MONEY

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