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Originally Posted by Tnyorkiemom

Pet Carrier Guidelines
The maximum size for cabin pet carriers is 23" long x 13" wide x 9" high. Animals must be able to stand up, turn around and lie down in a natural position in the kennel. Soft-sided pet carriers are accepted as long as they are constructed of water-repellent, padded nylon with mesh ventilation on two or more sides.

A pet kennel counts as either a passenger's one carry-on bag or personal item - a cabin pet fee still applies, however.

Number of Pets Allowed
Only one pet kennel per ticketed passenger may be accepted for travel in the cabin. The kennel may contain two (2) dogs or two (2) cats but they must be the same species, ages between 8-weeks and 6-months, and weigh less than 20 lbs.

The maximum number of carry-on kennels allowed (on American Airlines flights accepting them) is seven per flight: two (2) in first class and five (5) in coach and/or business class. However, service animals are not counted in the maximum number allowed in the cabin.

On American Eagle and AmericanConnection®, two kennels (at most) are allowed depending on the aircraft - please contact Reservations before your flight.

Movement of Pets During Flight
Pets may not be removed from their kennel/container at any time while on-board the aircraft.

Age/Health Information
Dogs and cats must be at least eight (8) weeks old for travel. If two animals are traveling in the same carrier, no older than six months old, they must be the same species and weigh less than 20 lbs.

American assumes no liability for the health or well-being of carry-on pets.

ok from the wording the way i understand it is if you try to bring 2 pets they have to be the same species and neither can be over 6 months....so one pet in carrier on can be older....it is still a no go for those trying to bring quiet a few yorkies

The way i read that as long as my 2 were in 2 carriers they would be fine. My husband would bring one as a carry on and then me also.