Air travel of animals is heavily controlled by
Federal and State laws, but also by the individual airlines themselves. You must
research each airline's requirements before traveling, and familiarize yourself
with the general rules of air travel with animals.
You may be permitted to carry on a small animal in the passenger cabin as carryon
luggage provided the pet is small enough to fit comfortably in a kennel that is
placed under the seat. Advance reservations are required and are subject to a
small charge. Be aware that cages and other shipping containers for traveling as cargo must meet
the minimum standard for size, ventilation, strength, sanitation and design for
safe handling. If your animal is traveling as excess baggage,
check-in will usually be at the passenger terminal. If you are sending your pet
through the cargo system, you will need to go to the air freight terminal.
Weather Conditions
Be aware that the Animal Welfare Act dictates that in certain extreme weather
conditions animals are not allowed to travel by air. This is to prevent chilling
and/or dehydration, and the upper temperature is often
exceeded in the summer in many southern states.
Top Air Travel Tips
Book a direct flight wherever possible
Use arrows to prominently indicate the upright position of the crate
Place a small frozen dish of water in the crate. This way, it can't spill during loading, and will melt by the time he's thirsty.
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