Traveling with your emotional support animal on Delta Airlines can be a smooth and uncomplicated experience! If you're planning to fly with Delta Airlines, whether accompanied by your pet or your supportive furry friend, it's crucial to familiarize yourself with the guidelines, policies, and necessary documentation for their travel.
It's important to be aware that, as of January 11, 2021, new regulations set by the U.S. Department of Transportation have altered the approval of Emotional Support Animals on flights, and these regulations may differ among airlines.
According to Delta Airlines' official statement, they will exclusively accept Trained Service Animals that are dogs, irrespective of breed. Notably, customers are no longer allowed to book new travel with an Emotional Support Animal. For those wishing to travel with a pet, Delta's Pet Travel Policy should be followed.Trained service animals refer exclusively to dogs that have undergone specific training to aid individuals with disabilities. Travelers are allowed to bring up to two trained service animals, provided they are well-maintained and free from any unpleasant odors.
To validate their eligibility, customers must complete and submit the U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Travel Form before their flight, confirming the animal's health, training, and behavior.
In adherence to public health measures, Delta Air Lines mandates that all dogs, including service animals, are up-to-date with vaccinations. Rabies vaccination is permissible for dogs from the age of 12 weeks, with an additional 30-day waiting period for the vaccine to take effect.
For flights booked 48 hours or more before departure, travelers are required to submit this documentation in advance for validation through the Accessibility Service Request Form available in My Trips. If the travel is booked less than 48 hours before departure, customers may present the U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Travel Form at the check-in counter or departure gate.
For flights with a duration of 8 hours or more, passengers must also submit a DOT Relief Attestation Form, confirming that the dog will not relieve itself in the aircraft or can do so in a sanitary manner.