Service Dogs
Fly free in-cabin. Must remain at handler's feet or lap if small enough. Accommodates trained service animals regardless of size or breed configuration, requiring official DOT forms 48 hours prior to flight departure.
All airlines In-cabin fee $150 Checked baggage fee 200 Min age 8 Weeks Old Max weight 20 lbs Max pets/flight 2 Max Kennel17 x 11 x 9.5 inPermittedDogs, Cats, Rabbits
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Alaska Airlines Pet Policy
Fees, carrier size, cargo & breed rules
Special Rules & Crate Specifications
Brachycephalic Breeds: Prohibited in checked baggage. Allowed in-cabin only if pet fits standard under-seat carrier rules.
Emotional Support Animals
Not recognized as service animals under current DOT guidelines. Treated strictly as standard household companions subject to baseline pet routing fees, dimension checks, and rules.
Flight Limitations & Seasonal Caps
Strict equipment and seasonal bans apply. Pets are completely prohibited from traveling in checked baggage holds on flights operated by the Airbus fleet due to unheated compartments. No interline transfers are provided; pets must be claimed and manually re-checked at connecting terminals.
Disclaimer: Airline pet policies change frequently. This data is for informational purposes only. Always verify rules directly with the airline before booking travel.