Solo pets, brachycephalic breeds, strong/aggressive breeds (CR82 crate), and all pets to London Heathrow.
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💶 Fares
Cabin / hold — within Canada/US
$50–59 CAD
Cabin / hold — outside Canada/US
$100–118 CAD
Service dog
Free
CAD per direction; the kennel counts as your personal item. ✓ Official source
⚠️ Key restrictions
🐶 Flat-faced breeds
Hold forbidden — cargo only
For bookings after 4 Jul 2023, snub-nosed cats & dogs (and mixes) can't travel as checked baggage (heat-stroke/breathing risk) — book via WestJet Cargo.
🚫 Strong / aggressive breeds
Cargo (CR82 crate)No sedation
Strong/aggressive breeds (bulldogs (all), Dogue de Bordeaux, American Bulldog, Bandog, Dogo Argentino, wolf-dog hybrids) aren't accepted as checked animals — CR82 crate via cargo. No sedation without a vet.
🌡️ Temperature & hold
Temperature limits: not disclosed
WestJet publishes no numeric hold-temperature limit, but applies holiday-period and heat-destination limits.
WestJet — Allowed. Birds, cats & dogs; one per kennel that fits under the seat (max 41 × 25 × 21 cm) and counts as your carry-on. Not in 787 Business. Fare: $50–118 CAD.
Does WestJet accept flat-faced (brachycephalic) breeds?
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WestJet — Hold forbidden — cargo only. For bookings after 4 Jul 2023, snub-nosed cats & dogs (and mixes) can't travel as checked baggage (heat-stroke/breathing risk) — book via WestJet Cargo.
Does WestJet suspend dog transport in hot weather?
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WestJet publishes no numeric hold-temperature limit, but applies holiday-period and heat-destination limits.
Are assistance dogs accepted on WestJet?
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WestJet — In the cabin. Individually trained service dogs fly free (1 per guest, 2 if the itinerary includes the US); emotional-support animals aren't accepted.
Answers drawn from WestJet's published conditions, last verified 11 July 2026. Airline conditions are commercial and can change — confirm at booking.
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