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WestJet just earned a spot on my adventure shortlist, and here's the headline: dogs ride in the cabin, so Nala doesn't have to leave my side on the way to the next trailhead. Sam and I love a carrier that keeps our high-energy pup close and calm. If you're plotting a big outdoor escape with your dog, this route is worth a serious look. Let's go.
WestJet'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 WestJet 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
Snub-nosed breedsNot accepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted✓ Acceptedverified 2026-08-27
Minimum age15 weeksverified 2026-08-28
Advance booking notice48 hoursverified 2026-08-24
Advance booking required✓ Yesverified 2026-08-19
Max pets per passenger1verified 2026-07-20
Booking methodreserved onlineverified 2026-08-13
Advance notice hours48 hoursverified 2026-07-20
Aircraft restrictions✗ Yesverified 2026-08-11
Sedation needs vet approval✓ Yesverified 2026-07-20
Carrier size41 cmverified 2026-08-25
Crate must have/beIata compliant, hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrierverified 2026-08-25
Cargo: Sedation needs vet approval✓ Yesverified 2026-07-20
Cargo: Carrier size101 cmverified 2026-08-27
Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate)45 kgverified 2026-07-20
Cargo: Crate must have/behard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrierverified 2026-08-27
Health & documents
Health certificate required✓ Yesverified 2026-08-08
Health certificate validity14 daysverified 2026-08-04
Health certificate validity30 daysverified 2026-08-21
Health certificate · Validity days10 daysverified 2026-07-20
Book cabin space at least 48 hours before departure. Reserve early because cabin spots are limited and fill fast. Confirm the reservation directly with the airline once the seat is held. Missing the 48-hour window can push a dog off the flight entirely. Add a calendar reminder two days ahead and complete the booking before any other trip logistics get finalized.
Cargo carriage stops when temperatures cross the 15 °C heat threshold. Check the forecast at the departure airport, connecting stops, and the destination against that 15 °C ceiling. Book early-morning or late-evening flights to stay under the limit during warmer months. Warm-season routes may block cargo travel outright, so confirm the shipping window before purchasing any ticket.
So there's your WestJet trailhead map: cabin, cargo, and hold all open, microchip locked in, and Sam already eyeing the next mountain route. Every dog and destination is its own puzzle, though, so don't wing the details. Build your personalized plan with Pawgo's plan-builder and get the exact requirements for your actual trip mapped out before you pack. Bring more water than you think, and go chase that adventure.
Does WestJet require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, WestJet requires a health certificate for pets. It must be issued within 14 days of travel. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can I ship my dog as cargo on WestJet?
Yes, WestJet offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds fly WestJet?
Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are not accepted in the hold.Build my pet's travel plan →
How much does it cost to fly a pet on WestJet?
On flights within Metropolitan France, WestJet charges from 200 USD in the hold, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary.Build my pet's travel plan →
How far in advance must I book my pet on WestJet?
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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