Alaska AirlinesWhen it comes to pets in the cargo hold, Alaska Airlines is the only airline that allows a diverse selection of pets. It costs $100 for each pet one way. Alaska Airlines allows dogs, cats, household birds, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, non-poisonous reptiles, tropical fish, and even pot-bellied pigs.
Is cargo better than checked baggage for pets?
Pets weighing up to 5 kg, including the weight of the kennel/crate, are permitted as cabin luggage. Pets weighing 32 kg, including the weight of the kennel/crate, are permitted as checked in baggage and over 32 kg should be booked as cargo.
Is a checked pet the same as a cargo pet?
Is flying animals in cargo safe?
Dogs and cats flying in cargo must travel in a well-ventilated, rigid (a.k.a. hard-sided) kennel. Soft-sided carriers are not allowed for safety reasons. Most airlines required that the kennel have a solid top and base (i.e. without ventilation openings) and at least three sides with ventilation.
Is checking a pet safe?
Statistically, it is less dangerous than being a passenger in a car, but some experts warn of potentially deadly conditions for animals. The truth lies somewhere in between: Most pets arrive at their destination in fine condition, but death or injury is always a possibility.