This program ensures that every pet traveling with united unaccompanied is handled properly and safely. Enjoy easy access to relevant news, operational waivers and selfservice tools. How to book united airlines pet travel petrelocation. The petsafe customer service center will provide you with more details when you book. National geographic guide to national parks of the united states, 8th edition national geographic guide to the national parks of the united states jan 19, 2016. United operates a hub and spoke route network system.
What features does the petsafe program offer for my cat or dogs travel. Used this book to find hotels to stay when traveling across the country with our dog. They accept small animals for travel in the cabin as well as larger animals in cargo. The carrier must be large enough for your pet to stand up, turn around, and lie down. Pets can only travel as a carryon, so leave the big dogs at home. If your travel originates in any other country, parts 1. Once thats done, contact air canada reservations to register your pet for travel. For pet travel requirements not listed, aphis has not been officially informed by the foreign country about the requirements for your pet s travel. This pet friendly airline welcomes any dog over four months old to travel internationally at a costeffective rate.
Pets and international travel united states department of state. For additional assistance or information, or to book international incabin travel for a pet, contact. Taking pets abroad on holiday or to live pet passports, pets travel scheme, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, quarantine, travelling with assistance dogs bringing your pet dog, cat or ferret. Whether youre moving coasttocoast or across the pond, weve put together this simple guide to booking pet travel on united airlines to explain the steps for making a reservation. Different airlines have different rules about whether and how a pet can travel. This package does not include instructions for hawai i, guam and puerto rico click on the country to see regulations. To supplement the information you received at the time of booking, here are some, but not all, of the factors that can signifcantly raise the risk to your pet during travel. If your pet is not traveling to the united states, then you can select the country your pet is traveling to by clicking here. Thats why we only accept animals as checked baggage for active u. Sep 14, 2018 united what you need to know before flying with your pet. View our petsafe page for guidelines and restrictions and to book travel for your pet. Bringing your pet dog, cat or ferret to the uk gov. It requires careful organization and no small amount of money.
To make reservations for your pet to fly in cargo from the united states, call the petsafe desk at 18005753335 or 18322351541. Online shopping for pet travel guides in the books store. Domesticated cats, small dogs, rabbits and household birds may travel accompanied in the aircraft cabin on most flights within the u. For safety reasons, we can only accept pets with a confirmed reservation and who are traveling with a booked passenger. I hereby certify that i have read, understood, and agree to the air waybill terms and conditions that will govern the shipment of my pet on united the u. United airlines has partnered with american humane to improve their pet transportation service, petsafe. You need to provide us with some information about your pet, including documents and photos, for us to be able to complete your pet s reservation. Once thats done, contact air canada reservations to register your pet for travel on the same flight as yours. Pets in cabin kennels will count as your one carryon item. Pets are not permitted on flights to or from or through australia, hawaii or. Your pet must be at least 10 weeks old for domestic travel. When you request an incabin booking for your pet, the flight search results you are viewing are based on the incabin pet policy. Your pet can also travel unaccompanied via lufthansa cargo. May 01, 2016 annual updates make this the most complete travel guide for those traveling with pets across the u.
We want your pets to be comfortable as they travel. Service animals trained service animals are accepted in united and united express aircraft cabins when accompanying qualified individuals with disabilities. For pet owners who travel with or without their pets, this annually updated resource is the only inclusive compilation of pet. Ruff guide to the united states features 365 of the best places to stay and play with your dog in all 50 states. Please tell us when and where the pet will be traveling. United airlines pet policy international, cargo, carryon 2019. Contact one of our approved pet transporters or iata agent now to get your pet travel underway. United continental is committed to providing safe and comfortable travel for your pet. Book your flight reservations, hotel, rental car, cruise and vacation packages on today. Stay connected with united indicates an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Vacation packages from united airlines united vacations. United airlines pet travel horrible air travel forum.
Be mindful that united airlines will not transport kennels from the 700 series on their 737 700800 and 900 aircraft. If youre traveling with an incabin pet, you cannot be seated in the bulkhead or an emergency exit row. We recommended that you contact a government official of the country you are traveling to for more information. Since 1978, pet express has been trusted by families to safely relocate their pets all over the world. Space for pets traveling in the cabin or in the cargo compartment is subject to availability. They accept reservations between 30 days in advance maximum and 5 days minimum prior to travel for customers traveling with their pets andor for pets traveling alone. Shipping a pet overseas from the united states the overseas briefing center provides countryspecific pet information for the foreign affairs community assigned to a u.
Pet travel has been serving pet owners for 18 years providing support and information on international pet travel. Pets can be booked online or by calling united reservations at 1800united1 18008648331 for assistance. Health declarations and vaccination requirements for dogs entering the u. The 10 best airlines to travel with pets 10 to avoid. It would list how much a hotel charges for the pet, but then other times, no price indicated. Amy and her pooches researched every travel nugget in this book personally, so you wont find another that even comes close to this compressive, firsthand researched pet friendly travel guide. Was disappointed that some listings say pets accepted then when called hotel, they said does not accept pets. Pet shipping and pet transporation services with pet air. International cargo pets international cargo us air new. But this might have something to do with the fact that united is the only airline that will fly brachycephalic dog breeds in cargo. Discover plenty of places for family fun including dog parks, pet friendly national public lands and attractions with pet accommodations. United airlines operates on average over 5,000 flights a day to 376 airports on 6 continents from their major hubs in chicago, denver, guam, houston, nyc, san francisco, tokyo, and washington d.
A health certificate is required when shipping your pet as cargo, and for all pets checked as baggage like those traveling with a u. Domesticated small dogs and cats can travel with you in the cabin on most flights within the u. After the arrival of your united airlines flight and before your onward flight with lufthansa, collect your pet from the united petsafe pickup and dropoff location in the usa. The ultimate pet friendly road trip is a mustread before you head out on the open road with your furry companions. The pet travel and fun authority of bestofstate places. Whether your pet is traveling within the united states or to an international destination, we want to ensure a smooth travel experience. We are the pet travel people since 1978, pet express has been trusted by families to safely relocate their pets all over the world.
United vacations is the full service vacation brand of united airlines. In addition to the kennel, you are permitted to bring one personal item onboard the aircraft. Virgin australia defines an accompanied pet as booked and travelling on the same passenger reservation in the cargo hold. For guests wishing to cancel their existing pet travel booking for a snubnosed breed, refunds can be obtained by calling our guest contact centre on 67 89. The pet will need to travel with a microchip reader that can read the microchip or contact the veterinary officials at the intended port of arrival to verify that they have a reader capable of reading the pet s microchip. Find more than 15,000 pet friendly aaa approved hotels, restaurants and campgrounds. Pets are not allowed to fly to or from about a dozen destinations including hawaii so check before you book. Advance arrangements are required when booking an incabin pet. Book great deals on vacation packages all over the world through united vacations today. Why cant i book my pets travel for a flight that i see online. You can include a pet in your reservation online or by calling united reservations.
Trained service animals are accepted in united and united. Upon making a booking for your pet, petsafe will send you a petsafe customer pretravel information packet and a customer acknowledgement form. We are a family owned and operated business who believe that the pets that move with us are very special, and so are our values. We provide safe and comfortable transportation for dogs, cats, birds, and other approved animals. Military family members who travel, including pets. Make sure that you pay extra attention to united airlines pet cargo regulations to avoid issues before traveling. For travel on alaska airlines, please contact alaska airlines reservations at 18002527522. United what you need to know before flying with your pet. Traveling to the united kingdom uk with a cat is a challenging but possible task.
Book pet travel cat travel dog travel pbs pet travel. Depending on the airline, your pet may be able to travel on your flight either in the cabin or in the. Then check your pet in at the lufthansa checkin counter for the onward flight to germany. Feb 07, 2020 pets are not allowed to fly to or from about a dozen destinations including hawaii so check before you book. Booking pet travel on united with over,000 pets moved in 2017, united airlines operates the biggest domestic pet cargo program in the united states. Department of agriculture, opens in a new window, or the department of agriculture for your destination state may provide you with more information.
The connectivity our network provides makes it even more convenient for our customers get to destinations all around the globe. Feb 15, 2015 whether youre bringing a dog, cat or other beloved pet, these tips will help you create a smooth flying experience for you and your pet. United airlines only accept 2 dogs in the cabin on most of their flights, so they advise you to contact the customer service team as soon as you confirm your travel plans. Incabin pets are domesticated cats and dogs that can fit in a travel carrier underneath the seat in front of you. I looked at united s website for traveling with animals and there is a link to the animal transportation.
For additional assistance or information, or to book international incabin travel for a pet, contact the united customer contact center. Take your pet from the united states to a foreign country export your destination country may have specific health requirements that must be met before your pet can enter the country. Apr 06, 2020 if these requirements arent met only one pet will be allowed to travel per carrier. Join bmb host, phil torres, as he talks with scott kirby, president of united airlines, to learn more about the system. United airlines accepts pets to travel in the passenger cabin or shipped separately with united s petsafe program. After entering the eu, dogs subsequently traveling to the united kingdom, ireland, finland. Your pets are in expert, caring hands with pet connect animal travel from alaska air cargo.
The editors of traveled from coast to coast in search of americas most unique pet friendly experiences and polled thousands of dog owners about their favorite places to bring fido along the way. Jun 25, 2018 if youre looking to take your beloved pet from europe to the united states or vice versa, then youll want to book your flight on lufthansa. If your travel originates in aruba, bermuda, canada, japan, cayman islands, or the usa, parts 1 through 4 must be completed for movement into the european union and requires 30 days of preparation for your pet. Remember, fees and rates can vary depending on whether your small pet is traveling as a carryon or if youre shipping your large pet with delta cargo. Domestic conditions of contract for pets traveling in. If your pet cant travel in the cabin with you, you can use petsafe to transport them to.
C while the animal is on the ground at any point in the routing. The first thing youll need to do is book your own flight. Incabin pets are accepted for transportation on domestic flights and flights between u. If your pet reacts negatively to stress, or is not acclimated to spending an extended period of time confined to its crate, they recommend you delay their travel. Petsafe offers airporttoairport travel for cats and dogs traveling to approximately 300 destinations. A great place to start is the pet travel website external of the us department of agricultures animal and plant health inspection service aphis. This package contains information and detailed stepbystep instructions and required forms to import your dog or cat to the united states. Flying with pets pet air travel tips guide to traveling. Welcome to uniteds business portal designed exclusively for our corporate customers and agency partners. Travelling with pets book your dogs or cats transportation on condor flights easily and conveniently online. United is approved under the united kingdoms pet travel scheme pets to accept service animals on flights to the uk. How to book a flight on lufthansa for your pet petrelocation. To keep your pet safe, we observe seasonal restrictions on pet travel. Well, this really is dependent on the destination and the amount of preparation involved.
Pets traveling in cabincarryon must be tranported in either a hardsided or softsided pet travel carrier. United may, in its sole discretion, prohibit the transport of your pet on united if they exhibit any behavior that shows they are not acclimated to travel in a crate. Read about rates and fares for pet travel on united aircraft. Apr 10, 2020 take your pet from the united states to a foreign country export your destination country may have specific health requirements that must be met before your pet can enter the country. If you plan to travel with your pets, lufthansa airlines allows pets either in the cabin or in the cargo hold of its passenger aircrafts, depending on the pets weight and size. Whether moving overseas or returning to the united states on official u. Youll need to let us know in advance of travel if you plan on travelling with your cat or dog in the cabin or in the baggage compartment. You can book your pet for incabin travel only if there is space available. United has a program dedicated to unaccompanied pet travel called petsafe. If your pet doesnt qualify for travel in the cabin too large or traveling alone, then they can be transported with the petsafe program instead, offering airporttoairport travel for cats and dogs traveling to approximately 300 destinations. Although these specialists will provide you with the most current requirements and resources to prepare your pet for travel, you can get a head start by completing the acknowledgement and indemnity form in advance. For your pets safety, we dont ship pets during extreme weather.
Please provide a minimum oneweek advance notification. Since export requirements are determined by each country and can change frequently, every time you plan pet travel you will need to verify the export requirements. Your pet must be 16 weeks old if traveling to the u. How to book pet travel with pbs pet travel when should i book. Your pet must travel in a container that is ventilated.
If youre traveling with an incabin pet, you cannot be seated in a united premium plus. The most important point to remember is that you should allow your pet plenty of time to get acclimatized to the new travel kennel. Pet air inc provides animal transportation services. Deltas policy is that only one pet per carrier is allowed, though there are two exceptions. You can contact the petsafe desk at 18005753335 or 18322351541 for more information and to book fidos spot.
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