SDF

Louisville Intl-Standiford Field

Louisville, KY

Quick Location Summary

  • Pre-Security (Landside): Outside baggage claim doors, lower level near covered walkway
  • Post-Security (Airside): Rotunda stairwell next to elevator

Post-Security (Airside)

Rotunda Area

Located in the stairwell next to the elevator in the rotunda. This pet relief station is accessible after passing through the TSA security checkpoint, allowing service animals and pets to relieve themselves before boarding.

Pre-Security (Landside)

Lower Level Baggage Claim

Located outside the east doors on the lower level baggage claim area, across the lower level roadway near the covered walkway. This outdoor pet relief area is accessible before security screening.

Important Travel Requirements

  • Carriers Required: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires all dogs be kept in carriers or crates at all times in the airport, except when passing through security.
  • TSA Screening: You must remove your pet from their crate and walk them through the metal detector. Only empty carriers go through x-ray machines.
  • Documentation: Keep your dog's boarding pass handy as airport screeners may request to see it.

Additional Resources

For more tips on traveling with pets and service animals, visit the TSA website at www.tsa.gov or contact your airline directly for specific pet travel policies.

Last reviewed: June 2026