Can my toy dog sit with me in a pet carrier bag on the airplane?

Question

I have a 4 year old toy dog. She only weighs 4-5 lbs. Can she sit with me on the airplane if she is in a pet carrier? She is a quiet dog and doesn't bark. I am afraid if i put her in a crate in cargo she might have a heart attack, because she is a fragile dog.

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i just asked a question, no need to be rude.

Answer 1

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no she cant ride with you shell be in the belly of the plane

Answer 2

call the air plane company to make sure. I know I have seen people with doglets on planes before.

Answer 3

See why it is better to go direct to the source rather than relying on a board like this? Different airlines have different policies.

Answer 4

well if she is small enough to be hidden in a big purse u can,my friend has done that,but if shes bigger, im afraid theyll make u put ur dog with the others in the cargo. hope everything works out!

Answer 5

No one can answer your question without knowing the airline. Or you could go to the website of the airline, where the policy will be stated.

Answer 6

I've never run across a "pet carrier bag".

For most US Airlines, your dog must be placed in an approved pet carrier for transportation. You cannot just grab any old canvas or tote bag and carry your pet in it. It would not protect your dog if there was a mishap on board. You local petstore will have all the options.

The carrier must then fit under the seat in front of you (obviously you would not want to chance suffocating your dog by placing it in the overhead compartment and shutting the compartment). Alternatively, if you purchase a second ticket you may keep the carrier in the seat beside you.

At no time during the flight may you take your pet out of the carrier. Upon arrival you will probably have to exit the terminal before opening up the carrier, as only service animals are allowed to be in the terminal.

Answer 7

i dont think so

Answer 8

If the dog is allowed, and different carriers have different policies, the animal will have to stay under the seat in front of you.

As having a 'heart attack' if she is crated in cargo, you could always ask your vet for a sedative to give her.