Originally Posted by
bajacondo
Your pet can go without water on the plane. I usually take a paper cup and fill it in the washroom in the airport and give it to her before we board. As we need to change planes and terminals, it avoids the "water" issue at security.
If you have a fairly small dog, I recommend the backpack type which you can also carry. It is not an obvious pet carrier, so you avoid the dirty looks from people who disapprove of pets on planes, like the ones I got when I used the Original Sherpa bag.
Its also best to check out the airlines size requirement for under the seat before you buy a bag. I think mine is about 1" too high, but as it is soft, it works o.k.
I do it differently when it comes to water. I give my dog a small amount in the midde of the flight to keep her hydrated. If you give your pet water before the flight and there is a ground delay once you board the plane, you could have a potential problem on your hands. @:-)
As for the bag, I couldn't give a hoot if someone gives me a dirty look. I want my dog to be in the most comfortable carryon bag possible.