New rules coming to companion animals on American Airlines. Starting July 1, ferrets, goats and hedgehogs can no longer fly American Airlines, even if they’re support animals.
In a statement, American Airlines said: “We support the rights of customers, from veterans to people with disabilities, with legitimate needs for a trained service or support animal. Unfortunately, untrained animals can lead to safety issues for our team, our customers and working dogs onboard our aircraft.”
Animal Restrictions:
Amphibians·
Ferrets·
Goats·
Hedgehogs·
Insects·
Reptiles·
Rodents·
Snakes·
Spiders·
Sugar gliders·
Non-household birds (farm poultry, waterfowl, game birds, & birds of prey)·
Animals with tusks, horns or hooves (excluding miniature horses properly trained as service animals)·
Any animal that is unclean / has an odor.
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