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Originally Posted by Cat Hunter  The thread about 'cheating' with airlines so you don't have to pay is an interesting one. In addition to having to pay to take a dog on board, if they are not a service dog they have to be under the seat in a container at all times. While my dog was in training I took him to visit my daughter. We booked the flight and I told the airline in advance that my dog in training was coming with me. The first problem is that they won't charge you when you are paying for your own ticket because they reserve the right to deny the dog at the ticket counter! That would be great if you don't have anyone with you to take a denied dog what would you do (I am talking about pets here not service dogs)? After passing the ticket counter inspection you pay for one way journey only as they reserve the right to deny the dog at the ticket counter for the return journey too! Then the dog has to stay in the crate/bag all the time through the airport (except the screening part where you carry him). Presumably your pet dog is not used to being in a 'box' for long periods at a time, by the time you get on the plane the dog is a bit hysterical, then he has to go under the seat in front of you for the whole flight. Now babies crying can be upsetting a dog whining/barking is very annoying for everyone, the dog, the flight crew, yourself and all the passengers. I am sure most people would gladly pay to bring their dogs on board but they don't want to pet to be essentially punished during the entire experience. My point is I don't think people mind paying the ticket ($100- $150) they just don't want to have to treat their pet like that. |
...and if the airlines had anything to do with it they would all be flown cargo. They are allowing us to take our pets with us. Airlines are not government bodies, they are private companies and we have very little to say on their policies as consumers that will change much. We can take the service they offer or leave it.