Gatorsmom78
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I am new to this site, well I've browsed here but never registered so I hope I'm asking in the correct thread. I searched the site and many other places and couldn't find a definitive answer. I am moving to Hawaii in January. Has anyone ever flown with their EB? Every airline I have found restricts short nose dogs. I know there are services I can pay and I'm also well aware of the risks but already talked it over with Gators vet who stated there is a minimal chance of any issues if Gator flew. I'm one of the lucky moms (sarcasm) that has a very hyperactive bully. 2.5 years ago when I researched this breed, I thought I was going to become a pupparent of a mellow, lazy dog. Needless to say I didn't. If Gator doesn't go to doggy daycare 3x a week, i would never be able to relax. Nonetheless he is my boy so I have hit a major predicament. Rehoming or not bringing him is NOT an option, I will decline the job offer first. But I don't want to do that either.
Even though I'm a combat veteran and I'm diagnosed with things that I could clearly get an emotional support animal, I do not have a doctor that would write me a legitimate prescription. Plus I'm to close to my departure date to try to go that route now...or so I think?
Sorry this is so long winded but this is a huge issue right now. It's bad enough he will have to be quarantined for awhile because Hawaii has a 120 day rule unless animals have blood work sent to Kansas City. I did that immediately however the timing is still less than 120 days. Unfortunately I don't have anyone to watch him while the wait time is up.
So I guess my questions are what airlines or options do I have so my EB can fly?
Has anyone ever used the services that offers to ship pets?
If he flew as my ESA in cabin how difficult is it to get a doctor to write a prescription for one? Even if I explained it was a one time deal? Although not divulging to deeply, with my combat time, previous history and that I'm currently under care for mental health, I probably could benefit from an ESA. I'm in the state of Arkansas, Gator is 2.5 years old neutered male and healthy.
Thank you and my apology if this is in the wrong section and that it's so long.
Even though I'm a combat veteran and I'm diagnosed with things that I could clearly get an emotional support animal, I do not have a doctor that would write me a legitimate prescription. Plus I'm to close to my departure date to try to go that route now...or so I think?
Sorry this is so long winded but this is a huge issue right now. It's bad enough he will have to be quarantined for awhile because Hawaii has a 120 day rule unless animals have blood work sent to Kansas City. I did that immediately however the timing is still less than 120 days. Unfortunately I don't have anyone to watch him while the wait time is up.
So I guess my questions are what airlines or options do I have so my EB can fly?
Has anyone ever used the services that offers to ship pets?
If he flew as my ESA in cabin how difficult is it to get a doctor to write a prescription for one? Even if I explained it was a one time deal? Although not divulging to deeply, with my combat time, previous history and that I'm currently under care for mental health, I probably could benefit from an ESA. I'm in the state of Arkansas, Gator is 2.5 years old neutered male and healthy.
Thank you and my apology if this is in the wrong section and that it's so long.