Jake, the Nova Now Voyager-Chapter One
A Service Dog’s Series-Inaugural trip to Greece in search of Asta from “The Thin Man”.
In my series, Dora’s Travesty of Justice, Dora has PTSD. This allows her two service dogs. She has PTSD caused by her trauma living with Donald and her hostage/attempted murder aided by Donald.
We have one service animal almost ready to travel to Europe. Here is our checklist:
1-Check with airlines with transportation to Greece and asked about their rules and regulations as well as the regulations for traveling from the U.S.
2-Jake is part of his way through his Service training. Service Dog Training School, International will receive a Certificate of Completion and ID proving his status.
3-Jake knows specific tasks. Jake, the service dog is trained to provide a “cushion” between the handler and other people, which helps to reduce anxiety and makes the handler feel safe while in public.
4-Booking the flights, booking Jake as a a service dog requires the need to tell his weight. If he is small enough, he will sit under the seat in front of me. Otherwise, he might be able to sit on the handler’s lap. The seats also may be upgraded.
5-A letter certifying that Jake is in good health is needed as well as a doggie passport.
6-His handler will need a letter certifying her PTSD.
7–48 hours or earlier, complete the DOT form.
8-Since, our flight is longer than 8 hours, he will need to complete a United States Department of Transportation Service Animal Relief Attestation Form as well.
9-On the day of his trip, he and the handler will check in with copies of DOT forms, attestation form, medical letter for handler, his medical letter, passport, certification of passing his training, and his Service ID. They will be prepared to tell the staff what Jake does to take care of his handler as a service animal if asked.
10-Jake will relieve himself before boarding the flight. They have dog relief areas at the airport.
11-The handler will board with those with disabilities. She will bring a carry on crate for Jake if he is tired. She will store his food, treats, bones, pee pads, diapers, small blanket, water and food bowls in the crate.
12-At security, they may require the handler put Jake off his leash temporarily. They may check his paws and his body.
13-Boarding on the plane. He will be towards the front of the plane in order to reduce anxiety.
14-Deplaning. Handler throws away all trash. Jake begins his search for Asta.
We hope that you follow Jake on his adventures preparing for his trip, taking his trip, and living in Greece.
