April 2017 Airline Pet Travel Report

The April, 2017 Airline Pet Travel Report contains pet incidents for the month of February, 2017.

Alaska Airlines

A cat named Gaige escaped its kennel during loading at Honolulu, HI. At the time of the report, the cat has not been located. The report indicated that a full investigation was conducted and all procedures were followed, include the use of releasable zip-ties.

United Airlines

A Rhodesian Ridgeback named Sylas injured its paws while digging at the kennel during transport. No corrective action was take by the airline as the injury was self inflicted.

Pet Travel Incidents by Airline during February, 2017.
Airline Losses Injuries Deaths
Alaska Airlines 1 0 0
United Airlines 0 1 0
Total 1 1 0

See all incidents included in the April, 2017 report.

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Source: April 2017 Air Travel Consumer Report.