They can. But basically, they take a look at the pet when you get to the counter and determine if the pet and it's carrier will fit under the seat. A pet who is not a service animal can only travel in the cabin if he weighs 20 pounds or less and is inside an approved carrier.
Can my 15 lb dog fly with me?
Carry-On. Many airlines allow small dogs to fly with their humans as carry-ons. This means that your carry-on bag is actually your pet carrier, and it gets stored underneath the seat in front of you. Dogs that are able to do this are typically 20 lbs or less, and their carrier must fit below the seat.
How strict is JetBlue with pet carriers?
Your pet and approved pet carrier count as one personal item and must fit under the seat in front of you. Your pet carrier cannot exceed 17" L x 12.5" W x 8.5" H (43.18 cm L x 31.75 cm W x 21.59 cm H) and the combined weight of your pet and the carrier must not exceed 20 pounds.
Does JetBlue check pet weight?
Do airlines check size of pet carrier?
Do Airlines Measure Pet Carriers? Airlines won't take the time to pull out a measuring tape to check your crate's size. However, you must make sure the crate you're using is approved by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and that it will fit wherever it needs to on the plane.
Do they measure your pet carrier at the airport?
Call and ask for the Pet Center at your departing airport. Yes, they are strict about the dimensions, and yes, they do weigh the carrier with the pet in it.
How strict is Jetblue with pet carrier size?
Your pet and approved pet carrier count as one personal item and must fit under the seat in front of you. Your pet carrier cannot exceed 17" L x 12.5" W x 8.5" H (43.18 cm L x 31.75 cm W x 21.59 cm H) and the combined weight of your pet and the carrier must not exceed 20 pounds.
Is Jetblue strict about pet carrier size?
Your pet carrier cannot exceed 17" L x 12.5" W x 8.5" H (43.18 cm L x 31.75 cm W x 21.59 cm H) and the combined weight of your pet and the carrier must not exceed 20 pounds. Traveling on a Blue Basic fare? Carry-on bags are not permitted, but you may bring a personal item in addition to the pet carrier.