Here's what I wish someone had told me about Philippine Airlines: dogs travel cargo, not in the cabin, so the roomy under-seat plans go out the window early. Cooper has done long cargo hauls three times now, and knowing the ground rules before booking makes the whole countdown calmer. Read on and you'll walk into this trip already knowing where your dog rides.
Philippine 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.
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In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedOnly service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin. verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedLearn more about travelling with service dogs Checked-in pets Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Yessnub-nosed dog breeds including its cross breeds are susceptible to increased risk of heat stroke and breathing problems when exposed to stress or heat. All brachycephalic or mixed-breeds of snub-nosed dogs will not be… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Boxer Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Brachycephalic breeds are NOT accepted as cargo or checked baggage on any domestic or international flights. This restriction applies to purebred and crossbred brachycephalic breeds, including but not limited to:… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks …Microchip Record displays the latest rabies vaccination and one previous vaccination given when the dog was 12 weeks or older if the titer was taken less than 30 days before the current vaccinatio verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours …required to complete the US DOT forms on or after the date of ticket purchase and submit them no later than 48 hours before your scheduled departure verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesWe recommend that you present these documents to BAI’s office and bring your pets for inspection at least 1 to 2 hours prior to your check-in time. Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container.… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Heat embargo 91°C …requirements: Pet Eligibility: Age: 3 1/2 months and above Vaccinated against rabies not earlier than 91 days since birth and must still be valid (Anti-rabies vaccine shot – 1 year validity) Allowed to travel 14… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NoPet sedation is not allowed. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance notice hours 48 hours Contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg Important: The total weight of the pet and kennel as checked-in baggage must not exceed 32 kg for checked-in transport verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedThe receipt is valid for 6 months, unless the dog travels to a high-risk or different rabies-free/low-risk country. Airway Bill (AWB) Dogs carried as Cargo: AWB is required Dogs carried as Baggage… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesPhilippine Airlines has an embargo on the transport of brachycephalic (snub-nosed) dog breeds due to their higher risk of overheating and breathing difficulties during air transport Waivers will not be granted for cargo… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Boxer Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Brachycephalic breeds are NOT accepted as cargo or checked baggage on any domestic or international flights. This restriction applies to purebred and crossbred brachycephalic breeds, including but not limited to:… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Minimum age 12 weeks …Microchip Record displays the latest rabies vaccination and one previous vaccination given when the dog was 12 weeks or older if the titer was taken less than 30 days before the current vaccinatio verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours Reservations must be made at least 48 hours prior to flight departure. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesJapan to LAX / SFO / HNL / YVR / JFK / YYZ JPY 60,000 Japan to Area 2 / Area 3 JPY 30,000 Note: For pets traveling to Japan as check in or cargo, Animal Bureau Quarantine of Japan must be notified at least forty (40)… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Heat embargo 91°C …requirements: Pet Eligibility: Age: 3 1/2 months and above Vaccinated against rabies not earlier than 91 days since birth and must still be valid (Anti-rabies vaccine shot – 1 year validity) Allowed to travel 14… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NoPet sedation is not allowed. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container. verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesRequired Documents: Veterinary Health Certificate ( Private / Local Government Unit ) Rabies Vaccination Card or Certificate (with animal's information and vaccine record) Online Local Shipping Permit: Apply here:… verified 2026-07-14 Microchip · Required ✓ YesThese rules apply to all dogs, including puppies, and service dogs. A valid CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record is needed to obtain a permit or make a reservation. verified 2026-07-28 Quarantine · Type Quarantine Station Quarantine Service NAIA: Office Address : Bureau of Animal Industry, Veterinary Quarantine Station (VQS), Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Terminal 1, 2, 3, 4 and ICT), Pasay verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ YesLearn more about pet requirements Note: Passengers must make all arrangements and assume full responsibility for compliance with any applicable laws, customs, quarantine, and/or government regulations, requirements, or… verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Duration 28 days Dogs without a valid rabies serology titer will be quarantined for 28 days at a CDC-registered animal care facility. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ Yest requirements Note: Passengers must make all arrangements and assume full responsibility for compliance with any applicable laws, customs, quarantine, and/or government regulations, requirements, or restrictions of the… verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Approved facility required ✓ YesAll dogs must have a valid CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record and adequate rabies serologic titer or they will be required to complete a 28-day quarantine at the US animal care facility. verified 2026-07-14 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ Yesy country Rabies Titer Test Certificate of passing rabies titer test from a CDC-approved laboratory CDC Federal Employee Dog Importation Authorization Application Approved by the CDC CDC Dog Import Form Must be… verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Lead time 40 days ritten approval, you must follow the instructions at How to Apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit at least 40 business days (8 weeks) before you intend for your dog to enter the United States. verified 2026-07-14 Health certificate · Required ✓ YesRequired Documents: Veterinary Health Certificate ( Private / Local Government Unit ) Rabies Vaccination Card or Certificate (with animal's information and vaccine record) Online Local Shipping Permit: Apply here:… verified 2026-07-28 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesThese rules apply to all dogs, including puppies, and service dogs. A valid CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record is needed to obtain a permit or make a reservation. verified 2026-07-28 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ YesIf the US-issued rabies vaccination certificate has expired, the dog must get a booster dose outside the United States and meet requirements for foreign-vaccinated dog verified 2026-07-14 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 91 days Vaccination: Pets must be vaccinated against rabies not earlier than 91 days since birth. verified 2026-07-14 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 12 weeks …Microchip Record displays the latest rabies vaccination and one previous vaccination given when the dog was 12 weeks or older if the titer was taken less than 30 days before the current vaccinatio Dogs va verified 2026-06-04 Other rules Assistance animals accepted ✗ NoNOTE : However, Psychiatric Service Dogs are not allowed in all Non-US International Flights and Domestic Flights. verified 2026-07-28 Service & assistance animals Esa note Emotional support animals are not recognized Emotional support animals are not recognized and must fly in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-14 Fee waived ✓ YesAllowed Number of Service Dogs For flights to the United States: A passenger with a disability is allowed a maximum of two (2) service dogs onboard free of charge. verified 2026-07-28 Recognized ✓ YesPhilippine Airlines exclusively accepts dogs as service animals and does not accommodate miniature horses, cats, rabbits, birds, or any other non-dog animals verified 2026-07-14 Cabin allowed ✓ YesCarry-on pets Only service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin verified 2026-07-20 Esa recognized ✗ NoEmotional Support Animals/Dogs are no longer permitted in the cabin on all PAL flights. verified 2026-07-14 Forms required ✓ YesWeb Check-In Passengers traveling with a service dog, who check-in online and were unable to submit the required forms prior to the date of travel shall be made to submit the required forms at the check-in counter or… verified 2026-07-14 Max pets per passenger 2 A passenger with a disability is allowed a maximum of two (2) service dogs onboard free of charge. verified 2026-07-14 Breed restrictions Service Dog, regardless of breed A Service Dog, regardless of breed or type, is a specially trained service animal that performs tasks or work for verified 2026-07-14 Advance notice hours 48 hours …must accomplish the forms on or after the date you purchased your ticket and submit the same not later than 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. verified 2026-07-15 In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedOnly service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin. verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedLearn more about travelling with service dogs Checked-in pets Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesRelated: Why temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours …You are required to complete the forms on or after the date of ticket purchase and submit them no later than 48 hours before your scheduled departure. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ Yes/YVR – JPY 20,000 JFK/YYZ: JPY 20,000 For each oversized piece exceeding total dimensions of 158 cm From Narita / Haneda / Nagoya / Osaka / Fukuoka to LAX/SFO/HNL/YVR: JPY 60,000 ; JPY 60,000 (JFK/YYZ) From Narita /… verified 2026-06-27 Hold: Heat embargo 91°C …requirements: Pet Eligibility: Age: 3 1/2 months and above Vaccinated against rabies not earlier than 91 days since birth and must still be valid (Anti-rabies vaccine shot – 1 year validity) Allowed to travel 14… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NoPet sedation is not allowed. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance notice hours 48 hours Contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg Important: The total weight of the pet and kennel as checked-in baggage must not exceed 32 kg for checked-in transport verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesPlease contact PAL Cargo Reservations at (02) 8855 8888 or email cargo_reservations@pal.com.ph for assistance. Have pets accompanied by passengers at least 12 years old. Emotional support dogs will also be considered as… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours …You are required to complete the forms on or after the date of ticket purchase and submit them no later than 48 hours before your scheduled departure. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesJapan to LAX / SFO / HNL / YVR / JFK / YYZ JPY 60,000 Japan to Area 2 / Area 3 JPY 30,000 Note: For pets traveling to Japan as check in or cargo, Animal Bureau Quarantine of Japan must be notified at least forty (40)… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Heat embargo 91°C …requirements: Pet Eligibility: Age: 3 1/2 months and above Vaccinated against rabies not earlier than 91 days since birth and must still be valid (Anti-rabies vaccine shot – 1 year validity) Allowed to travel 14… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage. ... Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container ... If this exceeds the weight limit, the pet may be forwarded as cargo, and… verified 2026-06-19 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesRequired Documents: Veterinary Health Certificate ( Private / Local Government Unit ) Rabies Vaccination Card or Certificate (with animal's information and vaccine record) Online Local Shipping Permit: Apply here:… verified 2026-07-14 Quarantine · Required ✓ YesPY 30,000 Note: For pets traveling to Japan as check in or cargo, Animal Bureau Quarantine of Japan must be notified at least forty (40) days prior to the arrival of the pet Regional a ded to obtain a permit or make a… verified 2026-06-04 Health certificate · Validity days 14 days …91 days since birth and must still be valid (Anti-rabies vaccine shot – 1 year validity) Allowed to travel 14 days after receiving the anti-rabies vaccine (first dose) 2. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo reservations for a dog must be made at least 48 hours before flight departure. Call to secure the cargo booking two full days ahead of the scheduled departure, not the day before. Treat that 48-hour window as the hard cutoff. Miss it, and the cargo space cannot be confirmed for that flight.
Snub-nosed dog breeds face an embargo on this airline. Brachycephalic breeds carry higher risk of overheating and breathing difficulty during air transport, so they are not accepted. Waivers will not be granted for these breeds. Confirm whether a specific breed counts as brachycephalic before booking, because an affected dog cannot fly on this carrier at all.
Frequently asked
Can snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds fly Philippine Airlines? Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are not accepted in the cabin, not accepted in the hold. How much does it cost to fly a pet on Philippine Airlines? On flights within Metropolitan France, Philippine Airlines charges from 50 GBP in the cabin, and 60000 GBP in the hold, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary. 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. 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.
The one-way fee for a dog is 50 GBP on the London to Manila route. Budget 50 GBP for each direction when planning a round trip. Pay this charge per one-way segment, not once per booking. Confirm the exact amount at the time of reservation, since the posted figure applies to the London to Manila leg.
Cargo shipping felt huge until I had every date mapped out, and yours will too. Take the fee, the 48-hour booking rule, and the breed embargo, then build them into one clear timeline instead of juggling tabs. Pawgo's plan-builder turns all of this into a personalized plan for your exact route and dog, so you know each step before you commit. Give it a try and travel with confidence.
Glossary
ISO chip 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.
