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Travelers who cannot "leave their pets at home" (travel without their pets) must

"comply with" (follow the rules of) many restrictions if they want to travel with their "furry friends" (pets). Some of these regulations "stem from" (are caused by; result from) health and safety concerns, and others relate to the comfort of other passengers.

The U.S. "Department of Agriculture" (USDA; a government agency) regulates the transportation of pets "by air" (while flying). The agency requires that the pet be placed in an "adequate" (sufficient; good enough) carrier with "handles" (pieces for one's hands to hold onto) so that it can be lifted easily, enough "room" (space) for the pet to stand, sit, and turn around, and "leak-proof" (not allowing liquids to pass through) floor. The owners must place a food bowl and a water bowl inside the carrier and provide "feeding instructions" (information about what food should be provided, and when) to the airline. USDA also requires that the traveler feed the pet within four hours "prior to" (before) the flight.

The pet must be in good health with a health "certificate" (an official document stating that something is true) from a "veterinarian" (a doctor who takes care of animals). If the travelers I going to a very hot or very cold "destination" (the place where one is going), the veterinarian must "state" (say) that the pet is

"acclimated" (can handle or adjust to the weather). The pet will not be allowed to

travel if it "appears" (seems to be) ill, "violent" (trying to hurt others), or "distressed" (very nervous; extremely worried or uncomfortable).