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Q: "Can my dog fly in the cabin on WestJet?"

"WestJet permits small pets in the cabin on select routes. The combined weight of the pet and carrier must not exceed 10kg (22lbs). The carrier must fit under the seat in front. Only cats and small dogs are accepted in cabin - not birds or other animals. One pet per passenger."

Q: "Does WestJet accept large dogs as cargo?"

"WestJet accepts dogs as checked cargo (Pets as Cargo program) for larger animals that cannot travel in cabin. The dog must travel in an IATA-approved hard-sided kennel. Temperature restrictions apply - WestJet does not accept cargo pets when ground temperatures exceed or fall below certain thresholds."

Q: "What breeds does WestJet restrict?"

"WestJet restricts brachycephalic (flat-faced) dog and cat breeds from cargo travel, and may also restrict them from cabin travel. Restricted breeds include Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, Persian cats, and similar breeds. Confirm your breed with WestJet at time of booking."

Q: "Does WestJet fly pets on international routes?"

"WestJet operates domestically within Canada and on select international routes including to the USA, Caribbean, Mexico, and UK. Pet acceptance on international vs domestic routes can vary. Confirm live animal policies for your specific route when booking."

Question 1

Can my dog fly in the cabin on WestJet?

Answer

WestJet permits small pets in the cabin on select routes. The combined weight of the pet and carrier must not exceed 10kg (22lbs). The carrier must fit under the seat in front. Only cats and small dogs are accepted in cabin - not birds or other animals. One pet per passenger.

Question 2

Does WestJet accept large dogs as cargo?

Answer

WestJet accepts dogs as checked cargo (Pets as Cargo program) for larger animals that cannot travel in cabin. The dog must travel in an IATA-approved hard-sided kennel. Temperature restrictions apply - WestJet does not accept cargo pets when ground temperatures exceed or fall below certain thresholds.

Question 3

What breeds does WestJet restrict?

Answer

WestJet restricts brachycephalic (flat-faced) dog and cat breeds from cargo travel, and may also restrict them from cabin travel. Restricted breeds include Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, Persian cats, and similar breeds. Confirm your breed with WestJet at time of booking.

Question 4

Does WestJet fly pets on international routes?

Answer

WestJet operates domestically within Canada and on select international routes including to the USA, Caribbean, Mexico, and UK. Pet acceptance on international vs domestic routes can vary. Confirm live animal policies for your specific route when booking.

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