Airline Pet Transport Policies: What You Need to Know Before Flying with Your Dog

2024-01-06 17:00:00

It is important to contact airlines to find out their pet transport policies before you can fly with your dog.

“It is essential to have permission from your veterinarian, an up-to-date vaccination record and a passport for your veterinarian (yes, yes!),” recommends David Marcille, communications advisor for CAA-Quebec, which offers the advisor service. on trips.

Julia Brunet, media relations advisor for WestJet, confirmed to us that the company accepts pets on board its flights, in an approved carrier.

“They may be authorized to travel in the cabin or in the hold, provided that they meet certain height and weight specifications,” detailed Ms. Brunet.

CAA also stipulates that large dogs can be transported by cargo.

The ideal kit to bring your dog in the car, on a plane, on the metro and even on a boat: transport cage, leash, muzzle, control harness and a transport bag (at the back). Photo Simon Dessureault

Policies of other carriers

Air Transat

– The animal must be at least 12 weeks old and completely weaned.

– Passengers must be able to place the cage under the seat in front of them. Its dimensions cannot therefore exceed 24.1 cm (9.5 in) in height x 25.5 cm (10 in) in width x 43.2 cm (17 in) in length.

– You must book the service at least 72 hours before departure.

– The quantity of animals allowed on board is limited and only certain seats can accommodate them.

– Animals appearing aggressive, unruly, sick or in distress may be refused.

Air Canada

– Maximum weight: up to 45 kg (100 lb)
(total weight of animal and cage).

– You must arrive at least 30 minutes before the recommended check-in time for your flight.

– Your pet cannot travel with you if you are an unaccompanied child.

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