Pet guidelinesOnly small dogs and cats may travel in the cabin in an FAA-approved pet carrier that fits comfortably under the seat in front of you. We only accept small dogs and cats. No large dogs are accommodated on JetBlue.
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Many airlines allow pets to fly in the cabin as a carry-on, so long as they stay inside a carrier that's small enough to fit under the seat in front of you for the duration of the flight. Southwest, Alaska, United, American, Delta, Hawaiian, Spirit, and Frontier are some of the airlines that allow pets as carry-ons.
Nowadays, most airlines won't fly a dangerous/aggressive dog. Here are some examples: United and Delta won't fly a Pitbull, Amstaff, Bull Terrier and many more. We recommend you check their banned dog lists on their websites.
Small cats and dogs weighing up to 20 pounds can travel in a carrier with a pet care charge of $300. For medium and large pets between 20 and 65 pounds, you must purchase an additional seat at full price.
JetBlue. JetBlue also specifically allows travelers to purchase an extra seat for their pets, though the pet must still be small enough to fit in a carrier. While your pet's carrier must be stowed under a seat for taxi, takeoff and landing, JetBlue lets you place their carrier on your extra seat during the flight.
Breeds are selected for the restricted breed list not because of any fear of the breed itself, but reported cases of a particular breed have a particularly strong jaw set and therefore being more likely to break out of an airline crate during the trip. These special boxes are for the safety of the pet and the aircraft.
Except for trained service dogs, only small dogs can travel in-cabin with Delta. Your dog must fit in a well-ventilated carrier small enough to fit under the seat in front of you. You can choose between a soft or hard carrier (I always prefer soft for extra wiggle room).
Most airlines have the right to refuse to board dogs that display violent and ferocious behaviour. That is why it is necessary to disclose their behavioural quirks in advance, so special care is taken by everyone concerned.
International Airline RegulationsKLM allows snub-nosed dogs other than English Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Boston Terriers to travel in cargo. Lufthansa, Etihad, Gulf Air, and Copa also fly snub-nosed breeds in the winter months or under certain temperature conditions only.
In general, if your pet carrier (with your pet inside) can fit under the seat in front of you, your dog can ride in the cabin on flights that permit it. Typically, this would be a dog weighing up to about 20 pounds.
By Plane: Fly with your dog. Several airlines do accept large dogs by storing them in the plane's cargo. The hold is temperature-controlled and pressurized, so it is a humane way to transport them. For most airlines, pets weighing 17 pounds or more qualify as large and must travel in the hold.
Crate-training your dog is also extremely important, as is proper hydration, choosing a pet-friendly airline, and discussing any health concerns you have with a vet. For dogs with aggression issues, we suggest labeling the travel crate with a note explaining that Casper is wary of strangers.
Bringing your pet on the planeWe only accept small dogs and cats. No large dogs are accommodated on JetBlue. The combined weight of your pet and the carrier must not exceed 20 pounds.
Health Requirements and DocumentationRegardless of whether you're traveling on a domestic or international flight, JetBlue requires you to bring health documentation. You'll need to bring along a health certificate from your vet that's no more than 10 days old, as well as proof of up-to-date vaccinations.