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Pet Policy Summary

Summary

Passengers are allowed to bring a small dog or cat in the cabin, provided the pet can comfortably move within its carrier. The carrier should be able to fit under the seat in front of the passenger. The pet must always stay in its closed carrier during the flight.

Key Points

  • The pet cannot accompany you if you are an unaccompanied minor, seated in an exit or bulkhead row, require stowage for a medical device, or travelling in Premium Economy.
  • Charges for one-way travel are $50.00 CAD/USD within Canada and between Canada and the U.S., and $100.00 CAD/USD for international travel.
  • The pet carrier counts as the standard carry-on item.
  • Only one cat or small dog is allowed per passenger.
  • Pets must be at least 10 weeks old and fully weaned.
  • Passengers need to arrive 30 minutes prior to the recommended check-in time and must check-in with an agent.
  • Online or self-service kiosk check-in is not available when travelling with pets.
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Health Requirements

Microchip: No Information Found

Health Certificate: No Information Found

Vaccinations: No Information Found

Restrictions

Brachycephalic Breeds: Affenpinscher Boston Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Bulldog - all breeds including the American, English, French and Dutch Bulldog Chihuahua (apple-headed) Chow Chow English Toy Spaniel Japanese Chin Lhasa Apso Pekingese Pug - all breeds including the Chinese Pug Shar-Pei Shih Tzu Teddy Bear (also known as Zuchon or Shichon) Tibetan Spaniel

Dangerous Breeds: Caucasian Ovcharka (Caucasian Shepherd Dog) Karabash (Kangal Dog, Anatolin Shepherd Dog) Pit-bull - all breeds Including: American Pit-bull, American Bully, American Staffordshire Terrier (Amstaff), British Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff - all breeds Including: American, Argentine (Dogo Argentino), Bandog (Bandogge), Brazilian (Fila Brasileiro), English, French (Dogue de Bordeaux), Italian (Cane Corso), Neapolitan, Presa Canario Rottweiller Wolf Dog Hybrids English Bull Terriers

Support Animals

Service Animals:

Service Animals

For information about travelling with a service or emotional support dog, please visit the Air Canada accessibility services page.

Contact Air Canada Reservations if you are travelling with a service animal.

Emotional Support: Not specified.

Carrier Details

Compartment:

In-Cabin Pet Carrier Rules

  • Only cats or small dogs are allowed in the cabin.
  • Pets must be kept in a flexible, soft-sided carrier under the seat in front of you.
  • Carrier must be large enough for the pet to stand, turn around, and lie down comfortably, with no part extending outside.
  • Notify Air Canada in advance as space is limited.
  • Pets cannot travel in cabin if you are an unaccompanied minor, seated in exit or bulkhead rows, require a medical device stowed under seat, or are in Premium Economy cabin.
  • Pet carrier counts as your one standard carry-on item.
  • Pet restraint devices (e.g., pet strollers, car seats) are accepted as checked baggage only.

Carrier Size Exceptions by Aircraft/Cabin Type

AircraftWidthLengthHeight
Airbus A220-300, A319-100, A320-200, A321-200, A330-300; Boeing 737 MAX 8, 777-200LR, 777-300ER, 787-8, 787-940 cm (16 in)43 cm (17 in)20 cm (8 in)
De Havilland Dash 8-400, Embraer E175, Mitsubishi CRJ900, Landline connection40 cm (16 in)55 cm (22 in)27 cm (10 in)
Business Class of Airbus A330-300 and Boeing 777-200LR, 777-300ER, 787-8, 787-921 cm (8 in)41 cm (16 in)28 cm (11 in)

Note: Pet carriers are not permitted on Air Canada Jetz flights.

Cargo:

Checked Baggage and Cargo Pet Rules

If your pet cannot travel in the cabin, it may travel in the pressurized baggage compartment on most Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, and Air Canada Express (Jazz) flights.

Flight Eligibility

  • Allowed on flights operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, and Air Canada Express (Jazz).
  • Not allowed on codeshare flights operated by other airlines.

Weight and Size Restrictions

Maximum carrier size allowed292 cm (115 in) linear dimensions (length + width + height)
Maximum allowable weightUp to 45 kg (100 lb) (pet and kennel combined)
Fee for one-way travel (plus applicable taxes)

Within Canada and Canada/U.S.: CA/US $105.00-$126.00

International: CA/US $270.00-$324.00

Contact Air Canada Cargo (AC Animals) for assistance with kennels exceeding weight or size limits.

Pet Carrier Requirements for Checked Baggage

  • Hard-sided container only; collapsible and wire carriers not accepted.
  • Container top must not be covered with mesh; ventilation holes allowed.
  • Door must close securely and prevent pet escape.
  • Large enough for pet to stand, turn around, and lie down comfortably.
  • Locking pins must engage container beyond extrusions by at least 1.6 cm (5/8 in).
  • Wheels must be removed prior to check-in.
  • Customers must secure kennels with resealable zip ties provided at check-in.
  • Maximum two dogs per carrier (each max 14 kg/31 lb) if used to cohabitation; fee charged twice.
  • Special reinforced containers required for strong or aggressive dog breeds.

Restrictions and Seasonal Limits

  • Summer heat restrictions apply for certain countries and dates; pets may not travel in baggage compartment during these times.
  • Winter restrictions apply; some aircraft do not accept pets in baggage compartment during cold weather or peak travel periods.
  • Short/snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds cannot travel in baggage compartment due to health risks.
  • Maximum two pets per kennel under conditions; more than two requires contacting Air Canada Cargo 7-14 days before travel.

For commercial pet shipping, contact Air Canada Cargo (AC Animals).

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