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In Compartment: Dog, Cat

In Cargo: Dog, Cat

Pet Shipping: No

Microchip: Yes

HealthCertificate: Yes

Health Vaccinations: Rabies, Internal/External parasites

Support Animal Details

Compartment Details

Carrier Details

Restrictions

Service Animals:

Emotional Support Animals:

Traveling In The Plane:

Traveling In Cargo:

Compartment Carrier Details:

In Cargo Carrier Details:

Brachycephalic Breeds:

Dangerous Breeds List:

Pet Policy Summary:

Airline Pet Policy Summary

In the Cabin

• Cats or small dogs are allowed provided they can stand, turn around and lie down in their carrier under the seat in front of you.
• Advance notice is required as space may be limited.
• Restrictions apply for unaccompanied minors, those seated in exit or bulkhead rows, those requiring the use of a medical device that needs stowage under the seat, and travellers in Premium Economy cabin.

Fees

• Within Canada and Canada/U.S: $50.00 CAD/USD for one-way travel.
• International: $100.00 CAD/USD for one-way travel.

Pet Carrier

• The carrier counts as the one standard carry-on item.
• The pet must always remain in its closed carrier under the seat in front of you.
• The carrier must be big enough for the pet to stand up, turn around and lie down comfortably, with no part of them extending outside the carrier.
• Carrier size exceptions apply based on cabin/aircraft type.

Other Restrictions

• Only one cat or small dog in the cabin is allowed per passenger.
• In most cases, your pet must be at least 10 weeks old and fully weaned.
• Passengers must arrive a full 30 minutes prior to the recommended check-in time and must see an agent at check-in. Online or self-service kiosk check-ins are not possible when travelling with a pet.