Question by Jerseychick: Is there a weight limit for dogs to fly in cabin????
My dog weighs about 19 lbs. If she travels in a pet carrier that fits under the seat in a plane is she permitted to fly in cabin? The airlines seem to give the dimensions for the size of the carrier, but weight seems to be questionable. Does anyone know? Please help!

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Answer by zippythejessi
As far as I know, as long as the carrier fits under the seat, it’s fine. Weight might vary by airline, so check with specific ones.

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Question by : Do little dogs like to be carried in those pet carrier bags?
And also if they do, do you think a shih-tzu chihuahua mixed dog will fit into a 16in long bag? (I have not gotten her yet, she is still to young and still with her mom) I really dont know how long she will be. thanks

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Answer by Deijii
No
she has little legs and might not walk as far as you do so you can pick her up with out spending much money

Yes
it stops your arms from aching and your dog will be more comfortable in a little bag

you choose =]

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Question by Morgan: How do I get my 3 month old puppy to not lay on her paper?
I’ve been praising her for being on her paper, but now she thinks that it is just good to simply be on the paper. Right now she is laying on it, chewing her bone. =/ How can I get her to not lay on it, and realize that it is for doing her business? She has a big dog carrier/kennel thing, and she sleeps in it.

Thanks!

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Answer by DingoAndTheBaby
Don’t paper train, this will just confuse the dog in the end. By paper training you are basically training her that it is okay to use the house as a bathroom, even if it’s only in one spot.
Crate train your puppy, it’s better for her in the long run. When you’re home make sure she’s in constant view of you so you can correct her if you catch her trying to use the bathroom in the house, correct her and then immediately take her outside and praise her for doing her business outside. Also try to establish and feeding and pottying schedule to get her into a routine. When you’re not home have her go in her crate, have some soft bedding and a few toys, help her feel comfortable with the crate as this will be her “den” and her safe place for when you’re not around. Take her outside before her going in the crate and immediately when she’s let out of the crate, because dogs will not eliminate where they lay. Crate training is best all around.

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Question by Alice C: What kind of dog shoes should I buy for my puppy?
I currently live in Las Vegas and I’m going home to Alaska for the holidays. I’m going to bring my puppy with me. He’ll be 8 months then. Where and what kind of shoes and clothes can I buy him to keep him warm? I don’t want him to get sick because it’ll be a complete change for him.

I also bought one of those sherpa dog carriers because he will be traveling with me in the cabin of the aircraft so what other things can I do to make him more comfortable during the flight? Thanks everyone!

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Answer by Hays
my experience with doggie shoes in the snow is that if you dont teach the dog to get used to the shoes when they are little (2-4 mo) they will not know what to do in them….
i have seen it many times where the dog jumps around and chews on their feet…
A fleece jacket might be nice to keep him warm. try amazon.com
If he plays barefoot in the snow just watch for signs of his feet getting to cold (when he is standing, does he hold up one or more paws?)… chances are he will be running around and having so much fun that it wont bother him.
try to bring him in a house or car every hour or two to warm his feet.
dogs are fairly used to hot and cold on their feet… their pads are made for it.

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