{"id":1767,"date":"2023-11-04T18:41:37","date_gmt":"2023-11-04T18:41:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tutavo.com\/Kachina\/?p=1767"},"modified":"2023-11-04T18:41:52","modified_gmt":"2023-11-04T18:41:52","slug":"service-dog-air-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tutavo.com\/Kachina\/service-dog-air-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Service Dog &#8211; Air Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"section\">\n<h2 id=\"flyinginthecabin\">Flying with a service animal on American Airlines<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">SOME LINKS MAY NOT WORK ON TUTAVO.COM<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7\">USE THIS LINK<\/a> TO VISIT THE ORIGINAL PAGE FROM WHICH THIS INFORMATION WAS COPIED.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Fully-trained service dogs may fly in the cabin at no charge if they meet the requirements.<\/p>\n<p>A service animal is defined as a dog that\u2019s individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a qualified individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability, including but not limited to:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-basic\">\n<li>Visual impairments<\/li>\n<li>Deafness<\/li>\n<li>Seizures<\/li>\n<li>Mobility impairments<\/li>\n<li>Post-traumatic stress disorder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our team members are trained to ask certain questions to determine if your animal is a service animal acceptable for travel.<\/p>\n<p>Please note, service animals in training, emotional support animals, and comfort animals may travel as pets, not as service animals. All requirements and applicable fees will apply.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/pets.jsp\"> Pets <\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"section\">\n<h2 id=\"forms\">Forms and advanced notice<\/h2>\n<p>To travel with a service animal on flights operated by American, you must submit the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Service Animal Air Transportation Form attesting to the animal\u2019s health, training, and behavior to the Special Assistance Desk at least 48 hours before your flight. We\u2019ll notify you upon document approval.<\/p>\n<p>You can complete the form at the airport if you bought your ticket within 48 hours before the flight. Be sure to arrive early.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/content\/images\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals\/dot-service-animal-health-behavior-training-form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form (PDF) <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">Opens a PDF form in a new window.<\/span> <\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"footnote\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<p>This form is compatible with the latest version of JAWS and NVDA screen readers, and it may be completed and signed on a desktop or mobile device using Adobe Acrobat Reader.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/get.adobe.com\/reader\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Get Adobe Acrobat Reader <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">Opens another site in a new window that may not meet accessibility guidelines.<\/span> <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>If your trip includes a flight on a partner airline you\u2019ll need to contact them and complete all required forms for traveling with a service animal.<\/p>\n<h4>Flights to the U.S.<\/h4>\n<p>The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a temporary suspension of dogs, including service dogs, traveling to the U.S. from countries considered high-risk for dog rabies.<\/p>\n<p>Only service dogs with an approved CDC Dog Import Permit, or that meet CDC U.S. vaccination and microchip requirements may fly on American.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-standard\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/importation\/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states\/high-risk-dog-ban-frn.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> CDC notice of temporary suspension <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">Opens another site in a new window that may not meet accessibility guidelines.<\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/importation\/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states\/apply-dog-import-permit.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">Opens another site in a new window that may not meet accessibility guidelines.<\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/contact\/forms?topic=#\/topics\/DA\/SVAN\"> Submit an approved CDC Dog Import Permit <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Flights over 8 hours<\/h4>\n<p>If you have a flight over 8 hours in your itinerary, the Department of Transportation Service Animal Relief Attestation Sanitation Form is also required stating your animal won\u2019t need to relieve itself or can do so in a way that doesn\u2019t create a health or sanitation issue.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/content\/images\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals\/dot-service-animal-relief-attestation-form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> DOT Service Animal Relief Attestation Form (PDF) <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">Opens in a new window<\/span> <\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"footnote\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<p>This form is compatible with the latest version of JAWS and NVDA screen readers, and it may be completed and signed on a desktop or mobile device using Adobe Acrobat Reader.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4>Instructions<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"list-decimal\">\n<li>Read and complete the DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form<\/li>\n<li>Complete the DOT Service Animal Relief Attestation Form if applicable<\/li>\n<li>Submit at least 48 hours before your flight<\/li>\n<li>Keep the form with you during your trip<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/contact\/forms?topic=#\/topics\/DA\/SVAN\"> Submit the DOT Service Animal form <\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Service Animal ID<\/h4>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve submitted your form and it\u2019s been approved, we\u2019ll send you an email with your Service Animal ID (SVAN ID). You can add the SVAN ID when booking future travel with this animal and be approved without resubmitting forms. Keep in mind, your SVAN ID will expire after 1 year from the date of signature or when the animal\u2019s vaccination expires, whichever is first.<\/p>\n<h4>Service Dog Pass\u2122<\/h4>\n<p>Handlers with a Service Dog Pass ID (SDP ID) can enjoy a more seamless travel experience thanks to our partnership with K9s For Warriors and Service Dog Pass. You can add an SDP ID instead of an American-issued Service Animal ID (SVAN ID) when booking travel with us and be approved without submitting forms.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.servicedogpass.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Service Dog Pass <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">Opens another site in a new window that may not meet accessibility guidelines<\/span> <\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"section\">\n<h2 id=\"requirements\">Travel requirements<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"list-basic\">\n<li>Animal must be harnessed, leashed or tethered at all times<\/li>\n<li>Animals under 4 months of age may not travel as a service animal<\/li>\n<li>Animal must be clean and well-behaved<\/li>\n<li>Animal must be able to fit at your feet, under your seat or in your lap (lap animals must be smaller than a 2-year old child)<\/li>\n<li>Final approval for travel will not happen until you arrive at the airport and it is determined that the animal will safely fit at your feet.<\/li>\n<li>If the animal is in a kennel, it must fit under the seat in front of you with the animal in it.<\/li>\n<li>An individual is limited to 2 service animals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Animals may not:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-basic\">\n<li>Be seated in an exit row<\/li>\n<li>Protrude into or block aisles<\/li>\n<li>Occupy a seat<\/li>\n<li>Eat from tray tables<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>If your animal is too large or too heavy to be safely accommodated in the cabin, you may need to:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-basic\">\n<li>Rebook on a flight with more open seats<\/li>\n<li>Buy a ticket for the animal<\/li>\n<li>Transport the animal as a checked pet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"section\">\n<h2 id=\"animalbehavior\">Animal behavior<\/h2>\n<p>Animals must be trained to behave properly in public and they won\u2019t be permitted in the cabin if they display any form of disruptive behavior that can\u2019t be successfully corrected or controlled, including but not limited to:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-basic\">\n<li>Growling<\/li>\n<li>Biting or attempting to bite<\/li>\n<li>Jumping on or lunging at people<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If this behavior is observed at any point during your journey and isn&#8217;t corrected or controlled, the animal will be considered a pet. All requirements and applicable fees will apply.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t complete or meet all the requirements, your animal may be able to fly as a pet. All requirements and applicable fees will apply.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/pets.jsp\"> Pets <\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"section\">\n<h2 id=\"destinations\">Destinations with restrictions<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#hawaii\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">Hawaii<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#london\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">London, England (LHR)<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#scotland\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">Edinburgh, Scotland (EDI)<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#allotherukdestinations\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">All other destinations within the United Kingdom<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#ireland\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">Ireland<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#india\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">India<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#japan\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">Japan<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#auckland\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">Auckland, New Zealand (AKL)<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#hongkong\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">Hong Kong (HKG) <\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#georgetownguyana\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">Georgetown, Guyana (GEO)<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section><a class=\"collapsible-toggle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/special-assistance\/service-animals.jsp?mc_cid=82147bd8e7#stvincentgrenadines\" data-behavior=\"toggle\"> <span class=\"delta\">St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVD)<\/span> <span class=\"hidden-accessible\">This content can be expanded<\/span> <\/a><\/section>\n<section class=\"section\">\n<h2>Flying on a partner airline?<\/h2>\n<p>Find helpful information if your trip includes 1 or more flights with our partner airlines.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-standard\">\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/partner-airlines\/travel-policies-on-partner-airlines.jsp#britishairways\"> British Airways <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/partner-airlines\/travel-policies-on-partner-airlines.jsp#finnair\"> Finnair <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/partner-airlines\/travel-policies-on-partner-airlines.jsp#iberia\"> Iberia <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/partner-airlines\/travel-policies-on-partner-airlines.jsp#japan\"> Japan Airlines <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/i18n\/travel-info\/partner-airlines\/travel-policies-on-partner-airlines.jsp#qatar\"> Qatar Airways 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