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American Airlines pet policy

American Airlines' pet policy is committed to ensuring the safe travel of pets, offering options for carry-on, checked, or cargo transport.

Pet Travel Requirements:

Carry-on pets must fit in a carrier under the seat.
You can bring one pet carrier and one additional personal item or qualifying carry-on bag.
Pet strollers must be checked at the ticket counter.

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Kennel Guidelines:

Hard-sided kennel (Mainline flights): 19 x 13 x 9 inches (48 x 33 x 22 cm)
Hard-sided kennel (Regional flights): 16 x 12 x 8 inches (40 x 30 x 20 cm)
Soft-sided kennel: 18 x 11 x 11 inches (46 x 28 x 28 cm)

Documentation

Valid health records and proof of vaccinations.

Pet Fees: Pet transport fees on American Airlines vary by route and service type, but here's a general overview of the associated costs:

Service	Fee
Checked pet for Active-duty U.S. Military	$200
Cargo pet	Varies
Carry-on pet	$150
Service animals	No charge

* The carry-on pet fee is $125 per kennel for tickets bought on or before February 19, 2024. For tickets purchased after February 20, 2024, the fee increases to $150.

Pets in Cargo: If your pet is too large to travel in the cabin, it must travel through American Airlines Cargo. Keep in mind that only active-duty military and U.S. State Department personnel can check pets at the counter, and that too under certain conditions.

FAQs

Yes, American Airlines airfares allow pets. Small pets can travel in the cabin as carry-ons, while larger pets travel through American Airlines Cargo to ensure safe transport.

The carry-on pet fee on American Airlines flight reservations is $150 per flight segment. Larger pets checked through American Airlines Cargo may incur different charges based on route and service type.

No. According to American Airlines' pet policy, dogs must remain inside their carrier during the flight, stored under the seat in front of them for safety and comfort.

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Certain breeds, such as brachycephalic dogs, are not allowed on American Airlines reservations due to health concerns during the flight.