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| Iberia is pretty representative for airline I would use, such as Lufthansa, Air France, British Airways, Air Europa. Iberia tends to be at the lower (safer) side of the limits. \\ The dog can travel in the cabin if it meets the conditions explained below. You must show proof of compliance to the agent at the check-in desk, who will fill in the official IATA form. | Iberia is pretty representative for airline I would use, such as Lufthansa, Air France, British Airways, Air Europa. Iberia tends to be at the lower (safer) side of the limits. \\ The dog can travel in the cabin if it meets the conditions explained below. You must show proof of compliance to the agent at the check-in desk, who will fill in the official IATA form. |
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| * | * A maximum weight of **8 kg**** = 17,5 pounds**, including the container. There are suitable containers available for around 3 pounds / 1,5 kg. |
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| A maximum weight of **8 kg**** = 17,5 pounds**, including the container. There are suitable containers available for around 3 pounds / 1,5 kg. \\ | |
| <font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**That leaves 14 pounds = 6,5 kg for the dog**</font> . | <font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**That leaves 14 pounds = 6,5 kg for the dog**</font> . |
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| * The **maximum container size is 45 cm (length) x 35 cm (width) x 25 cm (height)**, and the **sum of these dimensions must not exceed 105 cm**. | * The **maximum container size is 45 cm (length) x 35 cm (width) x 25 cm (height)**, and the **sum of these dimensions must not exceed 105 cm**. |
| * Sizng guide for collapsible carrier: | * Sizing guide for collapsible carrier: \\ {{:826bb768f8047685a51a05ae7a68ad3c.png}} |
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| <font inherit/inherit;;inherit;;none>A dog should be able to stand, turn around, and lie down comfortably in their carrier during travel. This helps ensure their comfort and reduces stress during the journey. A carrier that allows for these movements also helps prevent injuries and promotes better airflow.</font> | <font inherit/inherit;;inherit;;none>A dog should be able to stand, turn around, and lie down comfortably in their carrier during travel. This helps ensure their comfort and reduces stress during the journey. A carrier that allows for these movements also helps prevent injuries and promotes better airflow.</font> |
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| ==== Crate Sizing Guide ==== | ==== Crate Sizing Guide ==== |
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| * | * It's essential to choose the right-sized crate for your pet. Your pet carrier should provide enough space for your pet to stand, turn around comfortably, sit upright, and lie down in a natural position. This is a general guideline only; for specific requirements and approvals, please check with your airline. |
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| It's essential to choose the right-sized crate for your pet. Your pet carrier should provide enough space for your pet to stand, turn around comfortably, sit upright, and lie down in a natural position. This is a general guideline only; for specific requirements and approvals, please check with your airline. | |
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| {{https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0721/7387/9546/files/Crate_sizing_side_480x480.png?nolink&}} | * **Length of Your Pet (A) **While your pet is standing, measure from the tip of their nose to the base of their rump in a straight line (measurement A). Be sure not to include the tail. |
| | * **Total Height of Your Pet (B) & Front Leg Length (C) To measure height, measure from the bottom of your pet’s front paw to the top of their head (B) while they are standing, making sure to include the ears. This is crucial, as airlines will check that your pet can stand upright in the crate without lowering their head. Next, measure one of your pet's front legs from the bottom of the paw to the chest (C). This helps determine the crate length required for them to lie down comfortably. * **Width of Your Pet (D) **Measure the width of your pet across their shoulders. This will help ensure they have enough space to turn around inside the crate. * **Weight of Your Pet **It's also important to know your pet's weight, as crates have a maximum weight capacity. With all these measurements, you can now determine the appropriate size crate you need. To determine the best crate for your pet’, compare the measurements you’ve gathered with the internal dimensions of the PP range of pet crates. * **Crate Length**: Add the length of your pet (A) plus half of the front leg length (C). * **Crate Width**: Double the shoulder width (D) and add 5 cm. * **Crate Height**: Add 5 cm to the total height (B). For example, for a dog that is 45 cm long, with a leg length of 18 cm, 17 cm wide at the shoulders, and 45 cm tall, the calculations would be: * **Crate Length**: 45 cm + half of 18 cm (9 cm) = 54 cm * **Crate Width**: 17 cm × 2 + 5 cm = 39 cm * **Crate Height**: 45 cm + 5 cm = 50 cm Lastly, confirm that your pet does not exceed the maximum weight for the selected crate. * The pet crate must be **well constructed and ventilated (at least 16% of the total surface of the four sides)**, with a safe, **leak-proof floor** and soft sides able to be compressed. * You are responsible for the pet travelling with you and you must ensure that it does not provide inconvenience to nearby passengers. In addition, your pet **must remain inside the container for the duration of the flight**. * We do **not accept animals with special characteristics, e.g., a strong odour**, etc., that may provide inconvenience to other passengers and the crew. * For safety reasons, **you cannot travel with your pet in a seat next to the emergency exit**. * Only **one cat or small dog** in the cabin is allowed per passenger. |
| * **Length of Your Pet (A) **While your pet is standing, measure from the tip of their nose to the base of their rump in a straight line (measurement A). Be sure not to include the tail. | |
| * **Total Height of Your Pet (B) & Front Leg Length (C) To measure height, measure from the bottom of your pet’s front paw to the top of their head (B) while they are standing, making sure to include the ears. This is crucial, as airlines will check that your pet can stand upright in the crate without lowering their head. | |
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| Next, measure one of your pet's front legs from the bottom of the paw to the chest (C). This helps determine the crate length required for them to lie down comfortably. | |
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| * **Width of Your Pet (D) **Measure the width of your pet across their shoulders. This will help ensure they have enough space to turn around inside the crate. | |
| * **Weight of Your Pet **It's also important to know your pet's weight, as crates have a maximum weight capacity. | |
| With all these measurements, you can now determine the appropriate size crate you need. | |
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| To determine the best crate for your pet’, compare the measurements you’ve gathered with the internal dimensions of the PP range of pet crates. | |
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| * **Crate Length**: Add the length of your pet (A) plus half of the front leg length (C). | |
| * **Crate Width**: Double the shoulder width (D) and add 5 cm. | |
| * **Crate Height**: Add 5 cm to the total height (B). | |
| For example, for a dog that is 45 cm long, with a leg length of 18 cm, 17 cm wide at the shoulders, and 45 cm tall, the calculations would be: | |
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| * **Crate Length**: 45 cm + half of 18 cm (9 cm) = 54 cm | |
| * **Crate Width**: 17 cm × 2 + 5 cm = 39 cm | |
| * **Crate Height**: 45 cm + 5 cm = 50 cm | |
| Lastly, confirm that your pet does not exceed the maximum weight for the selected crate. | |
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| * The pet crate must be **well constructed and ventilated (at least 16% of the total surface of the four sides)**, with a safe, **leak-proof floor** and soft sides able to be compressed. | |
| * You are responsible for the pet travelling with you and you must ensure that it does not provide inconvenience to nearby passengers. In addition, your pet **must remain inside the container for the duration of the flight**. | |
| * We do **not accept animals with special characteristics, e.g., a strong odour**, etc., that may provide inconvenience to other passengers and the crew. | |
| * For safety reasons, **you cannot travel with your pet in a seat next to the emergency exit**. | |
| * Only **one cat or small dog** in the cabin is allowed per passenger. | |
| * In most cases, your pet must be at least 10 weeks old and fully weaned. | * In most cases, your pet must be at least 10 weeks old and fully weaned. |
| * Some airlines have varying size limits depending on the plane, e. g. Air Canada has the following limits: | * Some airlines have varying size limits depending on the plane, e. g. Air Canada has the following limits: \\ {{:7777714c05f60222aeca808a1882cadb.png}} |
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