First of all, let me assure you that there are ways to fly with your pets cross country, and even out-of-country,  without any damage.  You can relax, well, at least a bit anyway. 

From the research we have done about [tag-cat]pet travel[/tag-cat], and specifically about [tag-tec]flying with pets[/tag-tec], it seems that most pets are completely safe and unharmed while traveling by airplane.  Still not convinced?  Then you should take a look at two great [tag-ice]pet air travel[/tag-ice] websites: Petflight and PetAir. Read more

If you want to travel with your pets, the first thing to do it learn the [tag-cat]pet travel[/tag-cat] rules.  This article gives some good pointers.

Title: Air Travel Rules: Flying With Pets

Author: M. D. Robinson

When it comes to air travel, a large number of individuals hit
the skies daily. People fly for all different reasons. Some
individuals need to make a business trip, others are visiting
friends or family, others are going on vacation, and some are
making a cross country move. If you are moving, there is a good
chance that you may need to bring your pet along with you. If
this is the case, you will find that you are subject to a whole
new set of air travel rules. Before leaving for the airport,
with your pet or pets in tow, you are advised to familiarize yourself with those rules. Read more