by Pet Ferry

Question by Cristiana: Taking my pet in the airplane, will carrier fit?
Hi everyone. I am flying with LOT airlines next month from Romania to US. I am taking my pet also, and because it’s a small dog, i made arrangements so i can take her with me in the cabin. When looking on LOT website, i can see the maximum dimensions they allow for dog carriers, practically they are interested in making sure the carrier will fit under the seat, which is my main concern also. The problem with that is, that i looked everywhere for a carrier that would not exceed 20cm in width, however i can’t seem to find any.All the carriers i found on the market have about 25, 26 cm in width.I know it is not a huge difference, but do you think 5 more cm. will give me any trouble? Any of you that flew your pet with LOT, what measurements of the carrier did you have? Any of you that noticed other carriers around you in the plane also can share your input on this? Is that space under the seat so tiny?
When i say ”i made arrangements” it clearly means that i booked a ticket for the pet already, that it has a passport and microchip ,everything according to the rules imposed in this situation.My question clearly shows what my concern are,it has nothing to do with pet’s documents,quarantine and such.Ty.

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Answer by HM 10
Ask the airline if they can supply or recommend a source if suitable carriers

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Question by mango_kiwi: Airline restrictions on bringing dog in cabin with you?
I am thinking about going to a pet massage school soon and am considering bringing my smaller dog with me. The flight would be probably only about 1 hour to 1hr and a half, so not too long. At his last vet appointment he weighed around 14 lbs. The airlines I have looked at have a 15lb-22lb maximum weight for the dog plus the carrier to be allowed as a carry-on in the cabin. But I am confused. Most dog carriers weigh only a few lbs, maybe even less for the fabric ones. So, that means a dog that is 16 lbs can go on the flight if his carrier is 4 lbs or so. But the maximum height allowed on most hard-sided carriers is 8 or 9 inches and the airlines state that the dog must be able to stand up and turn around. (I am assuming that if 8 or 9 inches is the maximum allowed for hard-sided carriers that this is about how much room the dog will have between the floor and the seat above, but I plan on purchasing a soft-sided carrier.) But what 16 lb dog is going to be able to stand up fully within only 8 inches? I don’t know how strict airlines are about this or how closely they monitor animals on the plane as I have only traveled on a plane once a long time ago when I was young and so I have little knowledge or personal experience so I would greatly appreciate any help. Personal experience with bringing small dogs in the cabin with you would be awesome! Thanks!
Please only answer if you know what you are talking about (manxbiker), you can take small dogs and cats on planes with you in the cabin…

Thanks nickipettis for caring and I would NEVER let my dog go in cargo for the same reasons you listed!

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Answer by manxbiker
can only take guide or hearing dogs on board aircraft

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Question by Natasa: What is the max size of soft-sided dog carriers that Continental airlines will allow in-flight?
I am traveling with my puppy schnauzer (4 months) and I heard that hard carriers have to be 9″ high, but does anyone have any experience with soft sided ones? If anyone has taken their pet in-flight on Continental please share your experience. Also, if anyone knows the height underneath seats on Continental airlines that would be GREAT, too!

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Answer by Lisa R.
I would pick up your phone and call them, Why would you ask here when you can call them for free and get the answer?

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Question by abbyful: flying with dog in-cabin, any recommended carriers?
I’m planning on taking a trip next month and would like to take my dog with me. So I’m looking for a quality carrier.

I haven’t booked my flight yet, but will most likely be flying Delta. I contacted the airline, they said that the carrier size limit is 12x12x18.

I have a PetFlys carrier that is 12x9x19, so it’s 1 inch away from fitting their size limit. Can anyone that has flown a pet before tell me if they are really strict on the size? Do they measure the carrier, or just eye-ball it?

Since I’m unsure about the PetFlys carrier being accepted, I’m looking for a carrier that *will* fit thier standards. Has anyone used either the Sherpa-Delta ( http://www.sherpapet.com/products/detail.php?proddetail_name=Delta%20Bag&proddetail_post=Y ) or SturdiBag ( http://www.sturdiproducts.com/4111/xcart/home.php?cat=1 ) carriers? I can’t find many reviews about the SturdiBag. The Sherpa-Delta has mixed reviews, people either love it or hate it.

I’m open to other brand suggestions as well.

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Answer by bellacavalier
Sherpas are accepted,suggest you book as soon as possible before others flying with pets beat you to it.I have not had problems with carriers,asking for health certificates on my dog but still get everything you need

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