I was wondering if anyone has tried this and how were the results? This could make that trip to Disneyworld a reality! 
dd
August 13, 2011 at 3:46 pm
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Shipping Children
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August 13, 2011 at 3:50 pm #988156
Good way to prevent the “are we there yet?” every 10 miles…
August 13, 2011 at 4:05 pm #988161FYI from UPS
Shipping Live Animals
UPS provides service on a limited basis for packages containing some types of live animals. The term “animal” as used herein refers to anything living, except plants. While the list of “Accepted Live Animals” provided herein is an exhaustive list of animals that can be offered for transportation in accordance with the conditions listed, the list of “Prohibited Live Animals” is only a partial list of animals provided to clarify specific species that are not accepted for transportation and may not be shipped via UPS. Any animal not specifically listed on the “Accepted Live Animals” list is prohibited by UPS and will not be accepted for transportation.Packages containing live animals must be prepared in accordance with the requirements as specifically stated herein. Packages containing live animals must provide for the basic humane care and safety of the animal during transportation. Any package containing a live animal shall be considered a perishable commodity and will be accepted for transportation solely at the shipper´s risk for any damage or loss arising from the perishable nature of the item. UPS shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages.
In the event a package containing a prohibited item is found en route or in the UPS system, that package will be stopped at the location or UPS facility of the discovery. UPS reserves the right to dispose of the package.
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Endangered or Threatened Species
In addition to the Prohibited Live Animals list provided here, any live animal that is an Endangered Species is prohibited by UPS and will not be accepted for transportation. Shippers must refer to the list posted on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Web site, and the Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants 50 CFR 17.11 and 17.12, December 1999 (pdf file).Back to Top
Service Type
Live animals will only be accepted for transportation when shipped by a UPS service that guarantees delivery the next day.Back to Top
Packaging
Design and Construction of the Primary Container: All live animals offered for transportation must be in a new box. Corrugated boxes must be constructed of a minimum of 275 # bursting strength corrugated or 44 edge crush test. It is recommended that any package containing animals requiring moisture during transportation be constructed of water-resistant material such as wax coated, wax impregnated, or plastic corrugated. Minimal ventilation holes should be provided as necessary.Internal Packaging and Other Considerations: Internal packaging materials must be used based on the characteristics of the animal, taking into consideration the necessary humane care for the animal while in transportation. Lizards and geckos should be individually contained in bags constructed of breathable material, such as burlap. Insects should be contained in individual primary containers such as plastic jars with ventilation. Fish must be double bagged in strong plastic bags with a minimum thickness of 4 mils. Each primary bag should be approximately one third full of water with the remainder filled with oxygen.
Package Testing: Any packaging used or developed to transport animals should be submitted to an International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) certified package testing laboratory for pre-shipment testing in accordance with ISTA Procedure 3A before being offered for transportation.
Additional Considerations: Additional components such as food, moisture, and temperature controls should be added as necessary to provide a safe environment during transportation. Additional dunnage should be added to prevent movement of the primary containers or receptacles within the outer box.
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Accepted / Prohibited Live Animals
Accepted Live AnimalsThis is a comprehensive list of live animals accepted for transportation. Shippers are prohibited from shipping any animal not listed here, and all other live animals will not be accepted for transportation. The following live animals are accepted for transportation unless poisonous, venomous, and/or a Threatened or Endangered Species.
* Amphibians (All): Examples: frogs, salamanders, toads
* Crustaceans (All): Examples: crabs, crawfish, lobsters, shrimp
* Fish (All)
* Insects (Limited to beneficial insects only): Examples: bees, butterflies, crickets, lady bugs
* Mollusks (All): Examples: clams, mussels, snails
* Reptiles (Limited to the following):
– Lizards: Examples: chameleons, geckos, iguanas, monitors, flying dragons
– Turtles: freshwater turtles (except: snapping turtles), land tortoises, sea turtles
* Worms (All)Prohibited Live Animals
Live Animals that are prohibited from being shipped and are not accepted for transportation include, but are not limited to:
* Any poisonous, venomous or threatening animal
* Any Threatened or Endangered species
* Arachnids (All): Examples: mites, scorpions, spiders, ticks
* Birds (All)
* Crocodiles (All): Examples: alligators, caimans, gavials
* Mammals (All)
* Obnoxious Insects: Examples: flies, locusts, mosquitoes, roaches, termites, weevils
* Snakes (All): venomous and non-venomousAugust 13, 2011 at 4:14 pm #988162* Mammals (All)
He is no longer a mammal. He stopped breast feeding years ago. So looks like I can do it!
dd
August 13, 2011 at 4:21 pm #988165Quote:
Tell me where you caught those walleyes or I’ll ship you to Chicago!
dd
Whats worse…getting “shipped” or to Chicago??August 13, 2011 at 4:59 pm #988169Jug of water and a roll of TP and he would be ready to see the world.
Think we are going to try to hit the croix tomorrow for some swimming if you guys want to go.
August 13, 2011 at 7:59 pm #988183This falls under “If I only had known” category.
Red Wing had/has a boy’s correctional facility. I don’t know how many times I heard…”you better shape up or you’ll end up in Red Wing!”
I think Hager City is close enough.
August 13, 2011 at 9:14 pm #988190What happens if your spikes turn to flies, as some of mine have done while in the fridge, during shipment? Will they throw the whole package away?
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