Pet Friendly TravelPet Friendly Travel...fly the fur friendly skies with your best pal! Traveling with your small pet has become more & more convenient these days with friendlier airline polices and airports who provide more than just a patch of grass. Here you'll find our flying travel tips, airline policies and top pet friendly airports. Bone voyage! 
Travel TipsMaking the reservationsCheck availability: ~ Many airlines restrict the number of pets per flight, so make sure there is room for your four legged traveler in advance. If you are booking online, select your itinerary, call the airline to check pet availability and then go back and purchase your ticket online. ~Decide if a non-stop flight or a stop over is best for your pal ~Consider how long your pal can go without a potty break ~Research the airports you will be visiting for their dog friendly potential (see Top dog friendly airports below) Before the flight ~Take your pal for a long walk or run at the park before you fly…a tired pooch may likely sleep through the flight ~Avoid feeding for several hours before your flight ~Bring a treat or two to help soothe any stress your pal might feel ~Bring current health records just in case ~Take a travel bowl with you Pet Airways A Pet Airline where pets fly in the main cabin, NOT in cargo! ~Pets Fly in the main cabin Not in the cargo hold ~A Trained Pet Attendant is always monitoring your pet. ~We make sure there is plenty of fresh, cool air at all times. ~Pets are never left unattended in a warehouse or on a ramp. ~No need to buy a pet carrier, Pet Airways provides it FREE of charge. ~Peace of mind that your pet is in the hands of pet professionals. ~If you’re delayed don't worry; your pet is in good hands. ~No hot or cold weather restrictions that prevent pets from flying.  Airline Pet PoliciesFollow the links below to review each airline's specific pet policies:
Alaska Airlines Frequent Flyer ProgramsPet Friendly Travel at its finest! Jet Blue - JetPaws JetPaws is JetBlue's exclusive program designed to provide pets and their owners the tips and tools they need for a smooth trip from start to finish. Jet Blus is simply committed to each and every one of their customers—including the four-legged ones. Japan Airlines - Pet Club Virgin Atlantic - Flying Paws Sir Richard Branson has said, "Having pets of my own I know how important it is for our passengers to feel that their pets are well looked after when travelling. This reward scheme is unlike any other and will set a precedent amongst the four legged frequent flyers; after all it is a pawtastic club to belong to!" Top Pet Friendly Airports
These airports have amenities which make pet friendly travel more comfortable for you and your furry friends...Long Beach - easy access in and out of this small airport with plenty of accessible grass and outdoor baggage claim. Austin - Austin has its own dog walk area complete with grass, poop bags and room to stretch out those little legs...lower level, east of the terminal. Houston - Small pet relief area outside baggage claim of Terminal B, adjacent walkways next to the underground train and a pet friendly Marriott hotel between Ternimal B and C. Charlotte- a large fountain surrounded by ample seating and plenty of trees, bushes and plants...across from baggage claim. Cleveland - a large grassy area with benches and a soda machine located behind the elevators by the parking complex, outside the main terminal. Ontario - two small pet-walk areas located at each end of both terminals with an adjacent large grassy area. Phoenix - home of the "Paw Pad", located at the west end of Terminal 3 and the "Bone Yard", located at the west end of Terminal 4...both fenced-in dog parks with play areas and water available. A doggie dream!
Driving with your PetOf course Pet Friendly Travel includes driving with your pets. Here are some valuable tips from the Automobile Club of America:How to make a car trip with your pet safer
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