Traveling with Service and Emotional Support Animals
Cebu Pacific welcomes dogs onboard as either service animals or emotional support animals. No other animals are allowed in the cabin.
Overview
Description
๐ถ What's the difference?
| Type | Description |
| Service Dog | Trained to perform specific tasks for individuals with reduced mobilities (i.e., seeing eye / hearing dog). |
| Emotional Support Dog | Provides comfort and emotional stability to help ease anxiety and depression through companionship. Not task-trained. |
General Guidelines:
- Make sure to declare that you'll be bringing your dog with you at the time of booking or via Manage Booking.
- Only one (1) dog is allowed per flight.
โ๏ธ Accepted Flights
| Flight | Service Dogs | Emotional Support Dogs |
| Cebu Pacific (5J) | โ accepted | โ accepted |
| Cebgo (DG) | โ accepted | โ accepted |
| AirSWIFT (T6) | โ accepted | โ not yet accepted; coming soon! |
Other household pets may be shipped via CEB Cargo only.
๐ Travel Requirements
| Service Dogs | Emotional Support Dogs |
| 1. Document confirming the service dog has been trained | 1. Document with letterhead from your medical doctor supporting the need for emotional support animal |
| 2. Complete and up-to-date vaccination card of the dog | 2. Complete and up-to-date vaccination card of the dog |
๐พ Accessories & Setup
For both service and emotional support dogs:
- Must be securely muzzled, leashed, and harnessed all the time.
- Accepted muzzle types:
- Soft muzzle
- Basket-type muzzle
- e-Collar
- Soft collar
For emotional support dogs only:
- May be kept in a soft carrier that fits under the seat (approx. 8in x 8in x 14in).
๐บ Seating Guidelines
- Dogs cannot occupy a seat or be seated in the exit row.
- Must fit on your lap or within your legroom.
Recommended setup:
- Sit by the window with your dog between you and the window.
If your dog is too large:
- You may be moved to a seat with extra space (if available).
- If the flight is full, you may be rebooked to a later flight to accommodate you and your dog better.
- To guarantee space, purchase an extra seat. Chat with us so we can help you purchase an extra seat.
๐งผ Hygiene & Comfort
- Service and emotional support dogs must wear pet diapers and sit on moisture-absorbing material.
- Alternatively, provide a document stating your dog does not need to relieve itself during the flight.
๐ Government Clearances
- Check for any required clearances from relevant authorities.
- For travel to/from Australia, refer to this article for Seeing Eye dog guidelines.
FAQs
General FAQs
How do I declare my dog online?
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