Thanks to everyone for your comments and suggestions!

They must have changed their rules, as that’s was. not the case the last time I flew with my dog (back in February)...

Mr. Mintzer.......where were you flying from? We will be flying out of Milwaukee WI.

MCO to Reagan National...

Geri
 

Sorry you feel that way. I have never had a complaint. Just the opposite. It beats sitting next to smelly snoring & passengers who can’t fit in their seats not to mention misbehaved kids who kick your seat the whole trip.

Agree. The service dogs are different than the alleged emotional ones. They provide a service for blind people, diabetics, and many other medical or physical issues. You can also see they are well trained and disciplined. These emotional animals are a joke. Go on line. Fill out an app and a virtual dr certifies you with mental issues and sends you a card saying you need a dog. And its obvious. These dogs are not trained at all. They jump on people, pull the owner when walking, bark at everything and its obvious they serve no emotional support except the owner managed to circumvent the law and gets to take the dog with them everywhere. Ive seen them sitting in shopping carts and I certainly arent putting my food in a cart that held a dog. They sit them on the seat next to them wherever they go. And on planes Ive been close to a barking one thats frightened of flying or just bored having to be in a cramped space. If I pay extra for business class, I should have the right to enjoy my flight and not have to worry about a dog sitting next to me who doesntwant to be there.

A lot of people are afraid to complain. And, if they did, what would you do about it?

Or purchase first class and everyone will be happier.

Everyone in coach.

Instead of flying with your pet, how about taking a different route down to Florida that is less stressful? We’re from Iowa and just drove down through Missouri and over to Birmingham, Montgomery, etc. 4-Lane roads all the way, much less traffic, beautiful scenery, etc. Took us about 1-2 hours longer but much less stressful!

Make sure it's a non stop. Don't feed the dog right before flight. Know where the allowable poop areas are in both airports so you can get there quickly .get a muzzle if your pet is excitable and train him for a few weeks to accept it . From Debbie the dog sitter . We have traveled back and forth too many times .!

>>The service dogs are different than the alleged emotional ones<<

Right on!!!

Add Boston Terrier to your list

Rules changed regarding flying dogs in cargo last March due to covid so best check, directly, with your airline. I'm not sure whether they reinstated being able to fly with larger dogs in cargo on your flight in luggage/ cargo compartment as I didn't travel with my 65 lb. dog this year. We barely made it out of the VI last year before they imposed the ban.
There are also breed restrictions and types of approved kennels.
You cannot fly any pet in cargo on any Airbus aircraft. BOEING only.
Dogs must be under a certain weight/size to fly in cabin and have a health certificate and updated vaccinations by vet within 10 days of travel date which is good for 30 days.
There were also heat on tarmac restrictions during summer months if you have to fly larger dogs.
This usually runs between May - October.
The airline websites provide information about traveling with pets. You can't buy a seat for a larger dog. Smaller dogs required to be in soft sides kennel and be able to fit under your seat.
Call Airline directly when making your travel arrangements if flying with a pet.
Good luck.

we tried to travel with this pictured pug on amtrak's auto train, no pets allowed - except REAL service dogs. our only option was to drive down & stay @ pet friendly hotels. its not as bad as it sounds-think about it & good luck!