Question about high altitudes for little dogs
We have always had small dogs, the last 2 who, sadly for us, aged out after 17 years. Neither of these little pals at 9 and 10 pounds ever had a problem at really high elevations such as over 9,000 fe...
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We have always had small dogs, the last 2 who, sadly for us, aged out after 17 years. Neither of these little pals at 9 and 10 pounds ever had a problem at really high elevations such as over 9,000 feet. We just got a tiny Yorkie about 5.5 pounds and we are wondering if such high elevations would create too much pressure on him. Any advice or personal experiences would be so much appreciated.
Wife and I live at about 7000’. We have flown rescued dogs for PilotsNPaws. The FAA mandates supplemental oxygen above 12,500’, so we kept those dogs, and ours, lower. Never a problem.
Our adopted mini Aussie girl and Border Collie mix boy are happy campers hiking in the mountains up to 10,000’.
