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Old Dec 4, 2008 | 9:36 pm
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are they going to weigh the cat?
Originally Posted by GalleyWench
CDTraveler,
Check out the top sticky in this forum where you can find just about every airline and their fees, requirements and limits on size of pet and carriers. Many specify weight restrictions and most specify maximum size of carrier allowed. Your cat must be able to turn around freely in the carrier so you might want to get the biggest carrier allowed by the airline you are flying. Sounds like you've got a pretty hefty fella.
I think Maine Coon cats are beautiful, great choice of breed!
I'm wondering how closely pets in carriers are examined by the airline? If the carrier meets the underseat requirements, will they actually check that the animal can stand up? Will they weigh the bag?

Also, if I were to drape my jacket across "my carry-on bag" and take it to the lav, would anyone notice? The cat is (almost) toilet-trained, and I'm thinking he'd get a little uncomfortable flying cross-country without a potty break, even if I restrict his water.

I actually can't say for certain he's 100% Maine Coon - we got him from a rescue group. But he has the build, the fur, the golden eyes, the vocalizations and the behavior of one.
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