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lovelylf1 · 06-19-2009, 10:58 AM

Scooter and I flew Southwest on June 17th. Instead of having to fly through DFW, we were able to get on a direct flight which is SO NICE. Yes, it was a cattle call because we had to fight for a seat but it shortened our trip by two hours which I greatly appreciated.

Word for the wise, until they get the kinks worked out, buy a business select fare. I always fly Southwest unless Scooter is traveling with me and I have never had a problem. This time, I am assuming because of the pet reservation, I could not do online check in. I luckly thought that would be a problem and booked the business select rate. I was able to board at the beginning and sit in front of the wings (really helps his mood on the plane).

Scooter was the first pet to fly out of the airport on Southwest so it also took 15 extra minutes while two managers and the ticket agent tried to figure out how to work the new system. It cost $75 which is still cheaper than American (what I normally fly with him). They did not check his health records even thoughI had them ready should they have asked.

Long story short, there are still a few things for them to work out but all in all, it was really nice. Be prepared and go early but it will work out.

06-19-2009, 10:58 AM	#15
lovelylf1 I ♥ Scooter Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 533	Scooter and I flew Southwest on June 17th. Instead of having to fly through DFW, we were able to get on a direct flight which is SO NICE. Yes, it was a cattle call because we had to fight for a seat but it shortened our trip by two hours which I greatly appreciated. Word for the wise, until they get the kinks worked out, buy a business select fare. I always fly Southwest unless Scooter is traveling with me and I have never had a problem. This time, I am assuming because of the pet reservation, I could not do online check in. I luckly thought that would be a problem and booked the business select rate. I was able to board at the beginning and sit in front of the wings (really helps his mood on the plane). Scooter was the first pet to fly out of the airport on Southwest so it also took 15 extra minutes while two managers and the ticket agent tried to figure out how to work the new system. It cost $75 which is still cheaper than American (what I normally fly with him). They did not check his health records even thoughI had them ready should they have asked. Long story short, there are still a few things for them to work out but all in all, it was really nice. Be prepared and go early but it will work out. __________________ Lauren and Scooter Texas YTers Club Last edited by lovelylf1; 06-19-2009 at 11:00 AM.