I'm traveling on a plane with my ESA for the first time and know that a vest helps people see the dog as a necessity. Is this or "ESA" better?
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We have found that the vest helps others (both in the industry and not) to recognize your animal as a "need" and not just a "want".
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Please keep in mind that this is a Service Dog vest and is for Service Dogs only. ESA's are NOT service dogs and to not have the same access as Service Dogs do. Remember that trying to pass a non service dog off as a service dog is a felony and punishable.
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Sisy and I have been using this vest since April 11, Sisy had no problem with the vest (she has never tried to get out of it) It is well made and displays her Certification picture ID in Plain sight on her back. I also ordered The information cards, With this vest I have only had to give out 1 card so far which solved the problem with that uninformed person. I am happy with it. Enjoy your trip and good luck. Chuck
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I love this vest - you can also get ESA cards if you think you may need them
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Yes you would, my two little ones travel with the top zipped. I run a dog rescue, but have a Yorkist and Maltese for my old age. I love this carrier, great for trips to the vet and groomer !
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Either way but a harness is much more secure and won't choke the dog if you stop suddenly, or god forbid are in a crash, and the dog flies off the seat. A harness "snugs them up" more safely. A must have for dogs in autos, and of course NEVER in the front seat where an air bag can kill them.
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It depends on what you want to use if for. If it's for travel, then the smallest that the airline will accept for the dog (if it has erect ears it has to be able to put its ears up). Smaller is better for transport - he will get thrown around a bit and he'll have a shorter distance to go inside the crate. But if for regular use in the house, then I'd say the larger.
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You can buy an accessory pack for airline travel, which would include plastic dishes that snap onto the door, absorbant mat, and a "live animal" label. It doesn't come with this. Here is a link to the pack... Petmate Airline Travel Kit
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The pet carrier is quite big. but it is super safe and great for our pug. However she rides in it attached to the seat and the oposit side of our luggage rack . She rides on my husbands streetglide so with the saddle bags it doesn't seem like it's so big .It definitely would have to go on the seat and the backrest as the secure spot on my softail because my rack is very small.
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The vest is not intended for airplane travel but I did use the vest for my 2 year 9 month old daughter last summer, it fit ok but I would have been less comfortable if she were any smaller than she was. She isn't the tallest so if your son is on the taller end of the chart he should be ok.
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Might be a little smooched so if your pet is small it might be ok then once the place gets up just pull it out a little inbetween your legs but the carrier is flexible so as long as your pet doesn't take up the whole carried and it has a good amount of room left over I think it should be fine. I'm comparing it to a bag I just brought on a plane as a carry on that fit under the seat semi smooshed
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The wonderful thing about this bag, it has a head roof thingy for your dog. My dachshund sticks his head out for comfort. He's traveled with me all over the country on Southwest, US Airways, American and Delta in this bag.
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From what I am aware of it should, most airlines just want your pet to be able to stand and turn around. The bag itself is the size of a small backpack and can be taken as a carry on.
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This is a fantastic pet carrier ! I use it often for my cat and he enjoys going on excursions in it. I always wear it on my back, which is extremely comfortable; however I tried wearing in on the front just now to answer your question. It is possible to wear it on the front, but it's not too comfortable that way; kind of cumbersome. I think that if you purchased it and wore it in the front so you could see your dog, you'd soon find out that your dog is just fine, and you'd gain confidence so you'd eventually wear it on your back, as you'd be much more comfortable that way. I searched for along time, and this carrier is really, really good. Good luck on making the right decision for your particular case. This is a fantastic pet carrier ! I use it often for my cat and he enjoys going on excursions in it. I always wear it on my back, which is extremely comfortable; however I tried wearing in on the front just now to answer your question. It is possible to wear it on the front, but it's not too comfortable that way; kind of cumbersome. I think that if you purchased it and wore it in the front so you could see your dog, you'd soon find out that your dog is just fine, and you'd gain confidence so you'd eventually wear it on your back, as you'd be much more comfortable that way. I searched for... » Read More This is a fantastic pet carrier ! I use it often for my cat and he enjoys going on excursions in it. I always wear it on my back, which is extremely comfortable; however I tried wearing in on the front just now to answer your question. It is possible to wear it on the front, but it's not too comfortable that way; kind of cumbersome. I think that if you purchased it and wore it in the front so you could see your dog, you'd soon find out that your dog is just fine, and you'd gain confidence so you'd eventually wear it on your back, as you'd be much more comfortable that way. I searched for along time, and this carrier is really, really good. Good luck on making the right decision for your particular case. « Show Less
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hello, i got my dog the bigger vest. i didn't want it to be tight after meals. also if he gets heaver, it sure should fill better then tightcheryl
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The CARES harness is a similar system that is designed for use on an airplane (but not in a car). It's also sold on Amazon.com
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No, you don't need anything to order a vest but to have your dog out in public, you need to carry your prescription or doctor letter explaining your service dog ability to assist you and your disabilty. I usually just put mine in my dogs pouch on his vest - but this vest doesn't have pockets for that or poop bags
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Yes , get the xlarge. Got large but no room to sleep. You need a headrest in back seat. And there is a double way to secure it with the seat belt. I also pay chased extra clamps to extend the ability of the dog to get up and look out window. It also makes a great basket for small groceries or restaurant leftovers withou sailing through the car��
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I love this vest, it is plenty big to go over a jacket, but it works better when it is secured in front. The reflectors on the Velcro part are more visible when fastened. The reflection is great for the small amount area of reflective material. Overall I would give it an 8 for visibility and a 10 for comfort.
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I fly Lufthansa and they said the dog had to be able to stand. Actually when you get their to Check in they are concerned with weight and that the dog appears comfortable. Sit with head down and forward or standing likewise is not a problem.