Many people consider their pets as just another member of the family. Due to this, more and more people are flying with their pets. If you have been in an airport recently, you too have noticed that there are more and more cats and dogs flying with their owners. So, in light of this recent trend, here are some guidelines regarding flying with your pets.

Many US airlines have recently reshaped their policies regarding passengers and their pets. Before you plan to travel with your pet, ask these questions about the airline that you’re going to use: Does the airline even allow pets? Do they allow pets as a carry-on? Do they allow you to check your pet as baggage or cargo? Make sure you have accurate answers for these questions before you start booking for your flight.

PetFlight.com http://www.petflight.com/airlines is a great resource for people who wish to fly with their pet(s). At PetFlight, you can select from a list of popular US airlines and review their rules and regulations as they pertain to flying with pets. This is a good place to start if you’re considering taking your dog or cat with you on the plane. We still encourage you to follow up with an airline representative to confirm that you can either carry your pet onto the plane or check your pet as baggage.

The following video isn’t directly about flying with your pets…it’s just a funny video. So, enjoy: