Hello,
I flew on Virgin America. It was a 6 hour flight from DC to CA, and I called Virgin America beforehand to ask if I could take my dog out to stretch his legs since the flight would be so long. They told me I could not. I was upset, but what could I do?
On the flight there were at least 2 other dogs (pug and chiuaua) I saw the pug a few rows ahead of me was able to walk up and down the isle! So I proceeded to take my dog out. He was on my lap for half the flight, and the attendants didn't seem to mind one bit.
I think you might have to feel out how lenient the in flight staff and those around you seem to be with the idea of taking the puppy out of the crate.
A soft-sided carrier is great because you will be able to get it to fit under the seat since it's flexible. |