Study shows Delta Air Lines is best US airline for travelling with pets

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A recent study in the United States has revealed the top ten pet-friendly airlines in the country, with Delta Air Lines coming out on top.

Delta came out with a nearly perfect 99 out of 100 points, putting it first over its competitors.

The airline took full marks in several categories, but stood out for the unprecedented perk of letting passengers bring a total of four pets on their flights, the most of any airline surveyed.

Other airlines in the top ten are as follows: Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Allegiant Air, SkyWest Airlines, and United Airlines.

Criteria for judging included the following:

• Number of traveler reviews mentioning ‘pet friendly’
• Variety of pet types allowed onboard
• Cost of pet fees 
• Maximum number of pets allowed per passenger
• Availability of in-cabin and cargo travel options

A few pointers for travelling with pets

While travelling with pets is challenging in and of itself, there are a number of ways by which pet owners can ensure that their fur-babies can travel in comfort, style, and safety.

WorldCare Pet Transport senior vice-president of operations Brian Hahn offers the following guidelines:

Kennel acclimatisation is a step you shouldn’t skip
Get your kennel well in advance and place it in the middle of a room your pet frequently visits. 

Begin feeding your pet in the kennel; over time, they will start to feel more comfortable, which will lead to a much smoother transport experience.

Also, be sure your pet travels with a T-shirt, blanket, or towel that smells like home, as your scent will help ease their anxiety during travel.

Nix overfeeding or over-exercising when your arrive

This can significantly reduce the risk of canine bloat, a potentially fatal condition in dogs.

Humans aren’t the only ones who need medical certificates
The letter should clearly state the type of medication, administration method, dosage, and how many times it is given per day.

Only send the medication your pet will need for the trip, and keep it in its original packaging.

Any extra may be discarded by customs officials.

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