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Air Canada Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals
Air Canada Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals — Summary
Whether Air Canada allows pets in the cabin, cargo options, fees, service animal rules and the destination import requirements that catch owners out.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Pets in the cabin: Small cats and dogs travel in the cabin in a carrier under the seat on most routes..
- Pets in the hold or cargo: Air Canada Cargo handles larger animals; checked pet carriage is available on some routes..
- Pet fees: Charged per direction, varying by route..
- Service animals: Trained service dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation..
Pets in the cabin
Small cats and dogs travel in the cabin in a carrier under the seat on most routes.
Pets in the hold or cargo
Air Canada Cargo handles larger animals; checked pet carriage is available on some routes.
Pet fees
Charged per direction, varying by route.
Service animals
Trained service dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation.
Restrictions and destination rules
Breed and temperature embargoes apply to hold carriage.
Air Canada flying with pets — common questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Air Canada?
Small cats and dogs travel in the cabin in a carrier under the seat on most routes. Charged per direction, varying by route.
Does Air Canada accept service animals?
Trained service dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation.
What are the Air Canada pet restrictions?
Breed and temperature embargoes apply to hold carriage.
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