Sunwing Airlines
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HealthCertificate: Yes
Health Vaccinations: Rabies
Support Animal Details
Compartment Details
Carrier Details
Restrictions
Service Animals: WestJet accepts one service dog (no other species) in training per trainer or handler, at no charge on flights booked with WestJet and WestJet Encore, provided the flight is operated on WestJet aircraft. A service dog in training may not travel with an unaccompanied minor. Space for service dogs in training cannot be reserved online. WestJet does not assume responsibility for a service dog in training that is not accepted for travel.Service dog in training must be at least eight weeks old. Dog's breed, weight, length, height, and width as we use this information to determine your dog’s accommodation needs. We will make every reasonable effort for requests made within 48 hours before flight departure.Service dogs in training are not permitted in the emergency exit row on any aircraft or to occupy an empty seat. Service dogs in training that exceed a safe size and weight may be denied transport in any cabin of the aircraft. WestJet considers all service dogs in training wear a harness, vest or collar and leash (tether) or be inside a kennel that indicates that the dog is a service dog (or animal) in training.
Emotional Support Animals:
Traveling In The Plane: Pets travelling as carry-on must have room to stand, sit and move naturally in their kennel.Depending on the type of aircraft, you may be required to sit in a window seat due to space limitations beneath non-window seats. Please be aware that if you are travelling with a cat on a flight where a guest with a severe allergy to cat dander is also travelling, we may be required to move you toward the rear of the aircraft to meet the Canadian Transportation Agency's buffer zone requirement for the allergic guest.Total # of pets accepted in cabin per guest and per kennel.Your kennel is considered to be your personal item in your carry-on baggage allowance. You may need to adjust your kennel to fit within the maximum height and depth available beneath the seat.Size restrictions (per kennel) beneath the seat;41 cm L x 21.5 cm H x 25.4 cm W (16 in. L x 8.5 in. H x 10 in. W).Kennel must be Soft-sided; Airline-approved; Leak-proof Secure; Well-ventilated.Kennel must not be Able to allow the animal's head to stick out A duffle bag, gym bag or other type of non-kennel bag
Traveling In Cargo: Total # of kennels accepted per flight: Three (3) on flights with WestJet 737 aircraft, including MAX; Two (2) on flights with WestJet 787 aircraft; One (1) on flights with WestJet Dash 8 Total # of pets accepted per guest: Six (6) on flights with WestJet 737 aircraft2 Four (4) on flights with WestJet 787 aircraft Two (2) on flights with WestJet Dash 82. Weight restrictions (pet + kennel combined): 45 kg (up to 100 lb.) Size restrictions (per kennel): 101 cm L x 68 cm W x 81 cm H 40 in. L x 27 in. W x 32 in. H Kennel must:Be in good condition (Damaged, chewed or scratched kennels may be denied) Be large enough that the animal(s) can stand up, stand erect, turn around, sit and lie down without its head touching the top of the kennel Be hard-sided Be secure with original fasteners; no missing, broken or loose fasteners Be well ventilated with no labels obstructing ventilation holes Be marked with "LIVE ANIMAL" stickers (provided at check-in) Be marked with directional "THIS WAY UP" arrow stickers (provided at check-in) on two sides, and should be marked with your pet's name Be secured with plastic cable ties (provided at check-in) as per instructions provided by a WestJet representative. Be free of toxic or harmful materials, treatments, paint or preservatives Be clean and sanitized Be designed to prevent any part of the animal from protruding outside the enclosure in a way that could result in injury to the animal (e.g. nose or paws) or to any nearby person or animal Be in good condition (Damaged, chewed or scratched kennels may be denied) Be large enough that the animal(s) can stand up, stand erect, turn around, sit and lie down without its head touching the top of the kennel Be hard-sided Be secure with original fasteners; no missing, broken or loose fasteners Be well ventilated with no labels obstructing ventilation holes Be marked with "LIVE ANIMAL" stickers (provided at check-in) Be marked with directional "THIS WAY UP" arrow stickers (provided at check-in) on two sides, and should be marked with your pet's name Be secured with plastic cable ties (provided at check-in) as per instructions provided by a WestJet representative. Be free of toxic or harmful materials, treatments, paint or preservatives Be clean and sanitized Be designed to prevent any part of the animal from protruding outside the enclosure in a way that could result in injury to the animal (e.g. nose or paws) or to any nearby person or animal
Compartment Carrier Details: Pets travelling as carry-on must have room to stand, sit and move naturally in their kennel.Depending on the type of aircraft, you may be required to sit in a window seat due to space limitations beneath non-window seats. Please be aware that if you are travelling with a cat on a flight where a guest with a severe allergy to cat dander is also travelling, we may be required to move you toward the rear of the aircraft to meet the Canadian Transportation Agency's buffer zone requirement for the allergic guest.Total # of pets accepted in cabin per guest and per kennel.Your kennel is considered to be your personal item in your carry-on baggage allowance. You may need to adjust your kennel to fit within the maximum height and depth available beneath the seat.Size restrictions (per kennel) beneath the seat;41 cm L x 21.5 cm H x 25.4 cm W (16 in. L x 8.5 in. H x 10 in. W).Kennel must be Soft-sided; Airline-approved; Leak-proof Secure; Well-ventilated.Kennel must not be Able to allow the animal's head to stick out A duffle bag, gym bag or other type of non-kennel bag
In Cargo Carrier Details: Total # of kennels accepted per flight: Three (3) on flights with WestJet 737 aircraft, including MAX; Two (2) on flights with WestJet 787 aircraft; One (1) on flights with WestJet Dash 8 Total # of pets accepted per guest: Six (6) on flights with WestJet 737 aircraft2 Four (4) on flights with WestJet 787 aircraft Two (2) on flights with WestJet Dash 82. Weight restrictions (pet + kennel combined): 45 kg (up to 100 lb.) Size restrictions (per kennel): 101 cm L x 68 cm W x 81 cm H 40 in. L x 27 in. W x 32 in. H Kennel must:Be in good condition (Damaged, chewed or scratched kennels may be denied) Be large enough that the animal(s) can stand up, stand erect, turn around, sit and lie down without its head touching the top of the kennel Be hard-sided Be secure with original fasteners; no missing, broken or loose fasteners Be well ventilated with no labels obstructing ventilation holes Be marked with "LIVE ANIMAL" stickers (provided at check-in) Be marked with directional "THIS WAY UP" arrow stickers (provided at check-in) on two sides, and should be marked with your pet's name Be secured with plastic cable ties (provided at check-in) as per instructions provided by a WestJet representative. Be free of toxic or harmful materials, treatments, paint or preservatives Be clean and sanitized Be designed to prevent any part of the animal from protruding outside the enclosure in a way that could result in injury to the animal (e.g. nose or paws) or to any nearby person or animal Be in good condition (Damaged, chewed or scratched kennels may be denied) Be large enough that the animal(s) can stand up, stand erect, turn around, sit and lie down without its head touching the top of the kennel Be hard-sided Be secure with original fasteners; no missing, broken or loose fasteners Be well ventilated with no labels obstructing ventilation holes Be marked with "LIVE ANIMAL" stickers (provided at check-in) Be marked with directional "THIS WAY UP" arrow stickers (provided at check-in) on two sides, and should be marked with your pet's name Be secured with plastic cable ties (provided at check-in) as per instructions provided by a WestJet representative. Be free of toxic or harmful materials, treatments, paint or preservatives Be clean and sanitized Be designed to prevent any part of the animal from protruding outside the enclosure in a way that could result in injury to the animal (e.g. nose or paws) or to any nearby person or animal
Brachycephalic Breeds: No Specific list
Dangerous Breeds List: No Specific list
Pet Policy Summary:
Sunwing Airlines Pet Policy Summary
- Only service dogs and emotional support dogs are permitted on board.
- No other type of service or emotional animals are allowed.
- Additional forms and documentation are required, including training certification, updated vaccine records and/or physician’s letters.
- Each country may have different requirements for travelling with pets.
- Dogs must travel at the feet of the owner, who must be seated by the window.
- All dogs must be properly harnessed.
- Dogs that pose a threat to the health and safety of the cabin crew or other guests will not be allowed on board.
- Service dogs must be certified by a licensed professional service animal institution.
- After booking, fill out the Special Services Form on My Booking Portal.
- Required documentation must be sent at least 48 hours prior to departure for approval.
- For emotional support dogs, an original letter from a licensed mental health professional dated within one year of your departure date is required.
- Emotional support animals are not permitted on Sunwing Airlines flights operating on a WestJet aircraft.
- For further details, consult Sunwing’s special assistance team.
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