How do I know if my cat carrier is TSA approved?

Here are the minimum features that your carrier must have to be airline compliant:
  • Your carrier must have a waterproof bottom.
  • Your carrier must have adequate ventilation.
  • Your pet must be securely fastened in the carrier. ...
  • Your carrier must fit under the seat in front of you.
  • Your pet must fit entirely in the carrier.




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Carrier Requirements a waterproof bottom - be sure and also get some good pet pads. adequate ventilation - at least 2 sides of your carrier should have mesh ventilation. security (zippers, not snaps) - we carry zipper locks to accessorize your bag.

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At 17 inches by 11 inches by 11 inches, the medium, airline-approved pet carrier is most suitable for cats and smaller dogs up to 15 pounds — which is obviously the case if you're fitting them under your airplane seat.

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All pets should be brought to a security checkpoint in a hand-held travel carrier. Remove the pet from the carrier just prior to the beginning of the screening process. Place the empty travel carrier on the checkpoint conveyor belt so it can be X-rayed. Never place a pet in the X-ray tunnel.

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The TSA does not have general guidelines for pet carriers, but carriers typically go through an X-ray machine (while pets must go through a metal detector, just like their owners), so it's a good idea to bring a leash or harness, so your pet doesn't break loose at security.

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A pet traveling in cabin must be carried in an approved hard-sided or soft-sided kennel. The kennel must fit completely under the seat in front of the customer and remain there at all times. The maximum dimensions for hard-sided kennels are 17.5 inches long x 12 inches wide x 7.5 inches high (44 cm x 30 cm x 19 cm).

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The Transportation Security Administration has a PSA for travelers with pets: If you are traveling with a furry, feathery or leathery companion, do not send it through the X-ray machine. Take the animal out of its carrier, as you would a baby in a stroller or sensitive film in a camera bag.

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The application fee for TSA PreCheck® is $78 for 5 years. Before you apply, we recommend that you review the various DHS trusted traveler programs, such as the TSA PreCheck® Application Program, Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and determine the best program for you.

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A TSA officer will give the pet owner's hands an explosive trace detection swab to ensure there is no explosive residue on the owner's hands.

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Most of the time, cats travel quite well without the need for medication. Some cats, on the other hand, experience tremendous stress when subjected to air travel. Consult your veterinarian to create the best travel plan for your cat if she does not travel well.

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Travelling to Europe with your Cat
  1. Airline Tickets. Check different airlines for their restrictions and regulations for allowing pets onto their cabins. ...
  2. Microchipping is a Must. ...
  3. Rabies Vaccination. ...
  4. Have a Titer/Blood Test Done. ...
  5. Get USDA Endorsed. ...
  6. It's Time to Fly! ...
  7. Get an EU Pet Passport.


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