Can I train my dog ​​to be an assistance dog (and have it recognized) even if I don't have any disabilities? So that we can, for example, fly together?

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Many airlines leave pets up to 8kg in the transport bag in the cabin too few to 12kg. In some, you pay extra baggage at others, there are pet rates. You can also book a seat for dogs over 8kg (infant rates)

An assistant dog must have the talent/being for it and the training begins at the puppy, which is still predeterminable and lasts 2-3 years or even longer for blind dogs.

But also rescue dogs for earthquakes/catastrophes usually fly on missions, as carers in the passenger compartment of the cargo flyers. Often you fly with the Transall or a Hercules because of STOL and this is previously practiced with the dogs, as well as helicopter racing. Rescue dogs also need 2-3 years of training, at least if the basic talent is created.

Rescue dogs with a low-grade aeroplane capability get flight status of assistance dogs in the animal pass (according to CFR 14/382/61 to 80) so that they get to a place of use as quickly as possible. For short distances under 4 hours, the full CFR 382 (Air Carrier Access Act) for long distances does not necessarily have to be created outside the USA. Charter flights are also less stringent.

Dogs usually have to be placed in a transport box that you get tw from the airline, the passenger needs dog to board.

With dog you usually get a seat in the front Row in front of a room divider or a Galley, otherwise at the Aisle. For the blind there are special places with enough space for dog which are usually marked with SSR BLND and with WCB wheelchair places. There are then the ESAN, SVAN and MEDA seats suitable for dogs. If the seats are fully booked, assistance dogs have priority because they must be taken to ACAA passenger near.

Some airlines have potty pads in stock but in principle the passenger must carry dog slip, muzzle and accessories (bowl, snacks, pads, ear protectors,) or most have their own transport bag.