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This guide was generated by Pawgo's AI using verified data from official sources. Aïsha is a fictional persona — the data is real.
PAL Airlines just updated its cabin policy — dogs are no longer permitted in the cabin on their flights. That's a significant change if you've been planning a trip with your dog. Cats in the cabin are still allowed, and cargo remains an option for dogs, but the paperwork and logistics shift considerably depending on which route you're taking. Rabies vaccination is required — get that sorted first, before anything else.
PAL Airlines's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How PAL Airlines handles your pet
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
In the cabin✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo✓ Accepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted✓ Acceptedverified 2026-10-05
Minimum age10 weeksverified 2026-07-14
Advance booking notice24 hoursverified 2026-10-05
Advance booking required✓ Yesverified 2026-10-05
Max pets per passenger1verified 2026-08-15
Booking methodagentverified 2026-10-05
Sedation needs vet approval✓ Yesverified 2026-10-05
Cargo: Sedation needs vet approval✓ Yesverified 2026-10-05
Cargo: Crate must have/behard-sided ok, ventilated, a carrierverified 2026-10-05
Service & assistance animals
Fee waived✓ Yesverified 2026-10-05
Recognized✓ Yesverified 2026-10-05
Esa recognized✓ Yesverified 2026-10-05
PAL Airlines requires cabin pet reservations at least 24 hours before departure — this cannot be done at the gate. Book the pet spot at the same time as the flight, or return to the booking system no later than 24 hours after making the reservation. Same-day additions are not accepted. Missing this window means the pet travels as cargo or not at all.
The in-cabin pet acceptance value for PAL Airlines changed from 'None' to 'False'. Verify against the latest official source.
Every trip with a pet has a different set of constraints — cargo vs. cabin, health certificate timing, vaccination windows — and PAL's recent policy update makes it even more important to verify before you book. The smartest move is to build a personalized plan through Pawgo so nothing falls through the cracks. Pixel and I have learned the hard way that a solid plan is the only thing standing between a smooth trip and a last-minute crisis.
ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
FAVN
Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
Brachycephalic
Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
AVIH
Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.
What changed recently
The rule for a requirement changed from 'None' to 'False'. Plan accordingly.
Auto-generated from verified data · Last updated: August 27, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on PAL Airlines?
Yes. PAL Airlines accepts cats and small dogs in the cabin on its scheduled service flights, provided the pet can stand, turn around and lie down in its carrier. One pet per passenger, and pets are not accepted on Air Borealis flights between October 15 and April 15.Build my pet's travel plan →
What are the pet carrier size limits for PAL Airlines?
The cabin carrier limit on PAL Airlines is 36.83 x 38.1 x 27.94 cm (L x W x H). Exact limits vary by aircraft. Compute your carrier fit at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
How far in advance must I book my pet on PAL Airlines?
Add your pet to the booking at least 48 hours before departure — do it when you book the ticket, not at the airport.Build my pet's travel plan →
What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.Build my pet's travel plan →
What happens if I forget a document?
At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.Build my pet's travel plan →
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