Soft cabin carriers, aircraft-specific measurements and hold limits.
Carrier dimensions
Dog / Cat · In the cabin
Since 1 June 2025, cabin pets require a flexible soft-sided carrier kept closed under the seat. The pet must be able to stand, turn and lie down comfortably. Maximum dimensions vary with aircraft and cabin; check the table for every segment, rather than using one universal size.
Selected rules for flights operated by this airline. Acceptance depends on aircraft, route, breed, age and a confirmed pet reservation. Assistance animals and separate services require their own review.
For the baggage-compartment service, pet and kennel combined may weigh up to 45 kg and the kennel’s length + width + height may total up to 292 cm. Larger shipments must be discussed with Air Canada Cargo; seasonal and route restrictions still apply.
Selected rules for flights operated by this airline. Acceptance depends on aircraft, route, breed, age and a confirmed pet reservation. Assistance animals and separate services require their own review.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage
Book your own flight, then contact reservations to register the pet. Air Canada recommends registering within 24 hours of booking to preserve the described refund option if the pet cannot be accommodated. This is not a deadline of 24 hours before departure; unregistered pets are not accepted at the airport.
Selected rules for flights operated by this airline. Acceptance depends on aircraft, route, breed, age and a confirmed pet reservation. Assistance animals and separate services require their own review.
The listed short-nosed dog breeds cannot travel in the baggage compartment because of heat-stroke and breathing risks. Check seasonal temperature, aircraft and destination restrictions separately.
Selected rules for flights operated by this airline. Acceptance depends on aircraft, route, breed, age and a confirmed pet reservation. Assistance animals and separate services require their own review.
Soft-carrier table, in length × width × height: listed A220/A319/A320/A321/A321XLR/A330/B737MAX/B777/B787 cabins 43 × 40 × 20 cm; Dash 8-400/E175/CRJ900 and Landline 55 × 40 × 27 cm; listed A330/B777/B787 Business cabins 41 × 21 × 28 cm. Confirm actual cabin/aircraft; no carriers on Air Canada Jetz. Most pets at least ten weeks and fully weaned.
Selected official conditions only, for the operating airline and the direction, aircraft, service and dates stated in each rule. A mode tab may contain a prohibition or unresolved condition; it does not grant carriage. Obtain actual pet space approval and origin/transit/destination clearance separately. Assistance animals, commercial movement and unlisted services need separate assessment.
