Turkish Airlines Pet Policy- In a Glance

Turkish Airlines flies thousands of passengers every day to their selected destinations. But who said they are only restricted to human travelers? They can intrigue your little pet wanderers' travel experience by giving them a generous space in their lavish cabins. Pets are also served the best animal dining onboard.

Pet Criteria- Online domesticated cats, dogs, and small birds are allowed to fly on Turkish Airlines with the passengers holding a valid ticket.

In-Cabin- For carrying a per along with you in the passenger's cabin, your pet must satisfy the following criteria:

• The overall size and weight of your pet can not exceed the limit of  9 x 15.5 x 21.5 inches in dimensions and 17 lbs as per the carriage terms and conditions. The dimensions of the installed equipment to accommodate your pet are the same size as those mentioned in the policy.
• A kennel can only accommodate two pets of the same breed and size who are familiar with each other and do not exceed the weight limit.
• Passengers are requested to carry legal vaccination and medical proofs as per the documents approved by your country.
• The total number of pets allowed on an aircraft varies depending on the type.

Checked Baggage- You can fly with your pet by turning them into a piece of checked baggage at Turkish Airlines if,

• Dogs and cats who do not fulfill the general measurements to fly in the cabins will be transferred to the cargo compartments.
• The compartments have kennels to hold your pets in a comfortable position throughout the flight.
• The compartments have proper ventilation, and your pet's meals are also taken care of.
• A kennel can accommodate-
  -Two dogs of the same breed and same size if they're the same dimensions as the kennel.
  -Two cats cannot be kept in the same crate.
  -Three baby animals of small sizes that can fit in the kennel.

Emotional Support/ Service Animal- The emotional support and service dogs are warmly welcomed to enjoy Turkish Airlines pet carriage amenities, given that they provide the airline with the following verifiable documents:

• A health certificate by an authorized veteran to provide the pet's health status.
• A guarantee letter with the mention of your pet's excretion capability saying it won't affect the aircraft's general sanitary condition.
• A medical history or report saying that the passenger is diagnosed with an emotional disability as recognized in the DSM IV or V and is in need of the dog for mental and emotional support during the travel journey.

Do Turkish Airlines allow pets?

Allow? Turkish can get your pet the in-flight experience of all times if they fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned in their terms and conditions per carriage. You can travel along with your pet in the passenger cabin or accommodate them suitably in the cargo compartment in their kennels. Pets exceeding the limit of 8 kgs of weight cannot travel with you in the passenger cabin under your seat due to the weight management system adapted by the airline. However, they can easily sit back in the compartments if they fulfill the other criteria successfully.