Large Dog Crates
Making sure that your large dog has enough room: Measure the dog from his nose all the way to the base of his or her tail and add 4 inches (10 centimeters) to this. This is the absolute minimum length of the crate you need. Measure the dog from the top of his or her head to the floor, when it it standing upright. Add 2 inches (5 centimeters) to this. This is the absolute minimum height of a suitable large dog crate. The airline companies will not accept to transport an animal in a cage that does not meet these conditions. More requirements from airline companies include providing fresh drinking water for your pet. If traveling for more than 60 minutes you have to provide food for the dog, with a note attached instructing the personal when and how much to feed it.
While your pet doesn’t like to soil its cage, you should always include a piece of cloth and some paper on the floor to soak up any fluids. Try to walk your pet before putting it into its cage. It give can be a good idea to give your dog anti anxiety pills that have been prescribed by a veterinary if required at least 60 minutes before traveling and you shouldn feed your animal for at least a few hours before takeoff. Get the animal used to the cage before hand if it is possible and give it a familiar blanket or toy from home. It is not recommended to put your pet in the large dog crate until the very last minute. Talk to your airline company and see if they have facilities for letting your little friend out to stretch his legs, and if you plan on doing this please provide a lead.