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Viva Aerobus permits cats and dogs to travel in the cabin under specific weight and carrier size restrictions, while dogs may also travel in the cargo compartment with defined conditions. Microchip implantation and valid health certificates are mandatory for most international routes. Service dogs and emotional support animals are accepted with appropriate documentation and travel free of charge. Brachycephalic breeds are prohibited from traveling in cargo due to respiratory risks. Passengers must ensure pets remain in carriers throughout the journey and comply with all health and safety requirements.
Book a safe, pet-approved ride to or from the airport.
Microchip: no
Health Certificate: yes
Vaccinations: Current vaccination card, Proof of last deworming, internal and external, Health certificate issued by veterinarian (no more than 5 days prior to flight), Sanitary Inspection Certificate (for Colombia flights), International Veterinary Certificate (for Costa Rica flights), CDC Dog Import Form (for US flights), Certificate of no screwworm infestation or treatment
Brachycephalic Breeds: Affenpinscher, American Staffordshire Terrier, Boston Terrier, Brussels Griffon, Boxer, Bull Dog, Bull Mastiff, Bull Terrier, Cane Corso, Cavalier King Charles, Chow-Chow, French Mastiff, English Toy Spaniel, Japanese Spaniel, Lhasa-Apso, Maltese, Mastiff (all breeds), Pekingese, Pug, Sharpei, Shit-Tzu, Tibetan Spaniel
Dangerous Breeds: Not specified.
Service Animals: Only dogs are accepted as service animals and travel free of charge. Service dogs may travel without a kennel but must wear a leash and collar; guide dogs must also wear a harness. Required documentation includes evidence of service animal function from recognized authorities or health professionals, a filled Service Animal Air Transportation Form, microchip implantation certificate, and health certificates. Service animals must be at least 6 months old and healthy. Brachycephalic breeds are prohibited from traveling in cargo. Passengers must present all required documents at check-in and ensure the animal remains under control throughout the journey.Service Animals Policy
Emotional Support: Emotional support cats and dogs travel free of charge. Dogs do not require a carrier but must wear a leash, harness, and ID tag during the flight. Cats must travel in a carrier. Documentation required includes a medical prescription from a licensed mental health professional issued within one year of travel, vaccination records, deworming proof, and a recent health certificate. Additional requirements apply for international flights, including sanitary certificates and compliance with destination country regulations. Brachycephalic breeds are not allowed in cargo. Only one ESA per passenger is permitted, and animals must be in good health.Emotional Support Animals (ESA) Policy
Compartment: Pets in Cabin (Compartment) Requirements
Cargo: Pets in Cargo Compartment Requirements
: Great pet services for incargo and in compartment. I flew with both my two dogs and cat. They allow pitbulls, which can be tricky with some airlines.
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