# **1-716-791-9668Traveling with Pets on Alaska Airlines: Everything You Need to Know**

Planning to fly with your furry, feathered, or fluffy companion? Alaska Airlines offers a comprehensive pet policy that ensures your pets travel safely and comfortably, whether they join you in the cabin or travel as checked baggage. Here’s everything you need to know about Alaska Airlines’ pet policy to make your journey seamless.

### In-Cabin Travel

**Ideal for Small Pets**

If you have small pets like cats, dogs, rabbits, or household birds, they can join you in the cabin, making the journey less stressful for both you and your pet.

**Pet Carrier Requirements:**
* Choose a strong, comfortable and secure kennel.
* The kennel should be sufficiently big to allow your pet to stand, turn 360 degrees, and settle down comfortably.
* Weight and size limits vary by aircraft.
* Your pet must be in a carrier that will fit beneath the seat in front of you.
* The maximum carrier dimensions are 17" x 11" x 9.5" (43.18 cm x 27.94 cm x 24.13 cm).
* Soft-sided carriers are suggested for ease of fit.
* Ensure that your pet can stand up and turn around comfortably in the carrier.
* can stand up and turn around comfortably within the carrier.
- **Fees:** A fee of $100 each way applies per pet carrier.
- **Passenger Limit:** Each passenger is allowed one pet carrier. Two pets of the same species and similar size may share one carrier if they fit comfortably.
- **Flight Restrictions:** Pets are not permitted on flights to Hawaii, and additional restrictions may apply for certain international destinations.

### Checked Pet Travel

**Perfect for Larger Pets**

For pets that are too large to fit under the seat or if you prefer your pet to travel in a larger space, Alaska Airlines offers checked pet travel.

- **Pet Carrier Requirements:**
* Choose a strong, comfortable and secure kennel.
* The kennel should be sufficiently big to allow your pet to stand, turn 360 degrees, and settle down comfortably.
* Weight and size limits vary by aircraft.

- **Fees:** $150 each way per pet.
- **Weather Restrictions:** Checked pets are not accepted during extreme temperatures (below 45°F or above 85°F) to ensure their safety.
- **Booking Requirements:** Reservations for checked pets must be made by calling **1-716-791-9668** Alaska Airlines.

### Service Animals 1-716-791-9668

**For Those Needing Assistance**

Alaska Airlines welcomes service animals that are trained to assist individuals with disabilities.

- **Types Allowed:** Trained service animals, including those for psychiatric assistance.
- **Documentation:** May be required, especially for flights longer than 8 hours or for psychiatric service animals.
- **Restrictions:** Emotional support animals are no longer accepted unless they qualify as trained service animals.

### PetStreak Animal Express

**For Special Cargo Needs**

If your pet needs to travel separately, PetStreak Animal Express is a special cargo service offered by Alaska Airlines.

- **Service:** Pets travel in a temperature-controlled cargo hold with dedicated care.
- **Requirements:** Advance reservations and specific documentation are necessary for using this service.

### Additional Tips for Traveling with Pets

- **Pet Relief Areas:** Alaska Airlines provides designated pet relief areas at various airports. Check the airport layout in advance to find these spots.
- **Health Certificates:** A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel is required for pets traveling as checked baggage.
- **Breed Restrictions:** Certain brachycephalic (short-nosed) breeds may face restrictions **1-716-791-9668**due to health risks associated with air travel.

### Final Thoughts

Traveling with pets can be a complex process, but with Alaska Airlines' thoughtful pet policy, you can ensure your pet's journey is safe and comfortable. Always book early, prepare the necessary documentation, and choose the best travel option for your pet’s needs. Whether they are by your side in the cabin or traveling in the cargo hold, Alaska Airlines prioritizes your pet’s well-being.