[nagdu] Dropping Leash In Airports

[Deanna Lewis]

Hi Jess,
I actually prefer to drop the leash and have Pascal in a sit stay. Then, I walk through all the way and then call him to me. I prefer this way, because I cannot stand to get patted down, it takes too much time and it makes me feel like a criminal. I have not flown in over a year, so when TSA made the changes, I was worried on how I would hold the leash and be able to walk through and not set it off. I guess I will just have to see what happens next time I fly.
Deanna and Pascal


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From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jessica Diaz PC
Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 4:48 PM
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Subject: [nagdu] Dropping Leash In Airports

Hello All
The subject says it all. My husband and I flew Delta from DC to FL last Wednesday. The check in process went smooth and we got a sky cap person to walk with us and give us general directions. When we got to the security check, a woman said we had to drop our dogs. leash When we explained we usually do not do this and technically don't have to, she said you have to or else we cannot let you pass. I was frustrated and new that Saunders would sit, so I did it. Is this right? She seemed in a hurry like she did not want to have to pat me down or something. Any suggestions for the next time this might happen? Thanks loads. The flight was actually great and we called ahead to get seats the whole way here and back to DC tomorrow next to each other in our own row. I love Delta customer service.
Jessica Diaz
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