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Air Canada
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Breed Restrictions
Cargo Available
Carry On Friendly
International
Small cats/dogs in cabin ($50-100 CAD/USD) in soft-sided carriers under seat. Limited space; must book in advance & check in with agent. No PE cabin. Checked pets ($105-270 CAD/USD, max 45kg) on most flights; brachycephalic/strong breeds restricted. Cargo available.
Cabin
💵Fee:$50-$100flat
⚖️Max Weight:0-0 kg
🐾Per Passenger:1
👜Carrier size:17"×11"×9.5" in.
👶Min Age:10 weeks
Book passenger flight, then call Air Canada Reservations to register pet (within 24 h of booking).
Must check-in with an agent; online/kiosk check-in not available with pet.
Species:
🐱Cat
🐶Dog
Documents:
📄Rabies Certificate
Soft-sided carriers mandatory 1-Jun-2025. Pet must be registered in advance and checked-in with an agent; not accepted in Premium Economy seats with under-seat medical devices. No pets on codeshare flights. Do not lock the carrier.
Service Animal
🐾Per Passenger:2
👶Min Age:8 weeks
Documentation required 48 h before US flights – see Air Canada accessibility page.
Documents:
📄Dot Form
📄Vet Health Certificate
Trained service dogs travel free; documentation required 48 h prior for US routes; ESA not accepted as service animal.
Checked
💵Fee:$105-$270flat
⚖️Max Weight:0-0 kg
👜Carrier size:36"×25"×28" in.
👶Min Age:10 weeks
Check-in with an agent; arrive ≥30 min before normal cut-off.
Documents:
📄Rabies Certificate
📄Vet Health Certificate
Banned breeds:
brachycephalic
Seasonal & holiday embargoes (e.g. 18 Dec – 4 Jan). Winter restrictions on Embraer, 737 MAX 8 and some Airbus tails. Max two compatible puppies / kittens (12–24 wks) per kennel. Feeding / watering certificate required at check-in.
Cargo
👶Min Age:10 weeks
Book via Air Canada Cargo – AC Animals (7–14 days before travel for 2 pets or commercial shipments).
Documents:
📄Rabies Certificate
📄Vet Health Certificate
Banned breeds:
brachycephalic
Seasonal & holiday embargoes (e.g. 18 Dec – 4 Jan). Winter restrictions on Embraer, 737 MAX 8 and some Airbus tails. Max two compatible puppies / kittens (12–24 wks) per kennel. International cargo requires consulate / embassy paperwork.