Considering numerous complaints from the aviation sector, disability rights organizations, consumers, and other interested parties over psychological, security, and wellness issues involving emotional support animals, the Government recently changed its standards. The carriers are now not bound to treat Emotional Support Animals the same way as Service Animals.
So, just like all other major airlines in the industry, Frontier has announced that they will not be allowing Emotional Support Animals in their cabins. They will continue to accept trained guide dogs who fulfill their criteria for trained service animals. Any other type of pet must travel as a normal one with their owners paying specific fees.
Emotional Support Animal policy of Frontier Airlines
From February 1, 2021, The carrier has stopped recognizing Emotional Support Animals with no documents. Travelers previously could travel without showing any valid documents with their Emotional Support Animals. They can not enjoy this service anymore. So, if you have an Emotional Support Animal and you want to travel with Frontier Airlines, then you must turn him/her into a trained Psychiatric Service Dog or travel with your pet as a normal one. There’s no other option available.
FAQ
Does Frontier allow Emotional Support Animals?
With their Emotional Support Animals, travelers used to be able to board flights without presenting any identification. They are no longer able to use this service. Therefore, if you have an emotional support animal and wish to fly with Frontier Airlines, you must train it to be a trained psychiatric service dog or bring it along as a regular pet. There isn’t any other choice.
Does Frontier allow Service Animals?
Emotional support animals will not be permitted in Frontier’s cabins, the company has announced. Guide dogs that meet their standards for trained service animals will still be accepted. Any other kind of pet must travel with its owner paying additional fees and must be treated like a regular pet.
Which documents are needed for Service Animals on Frontier?
Air travelers with guide dogs are required to complete and submit the DOT’s Guide Dog Air Travel Application, which provides documentation of the dog’s certification, temperament, and health. For bookings made more than 48 hours in advance, the traveler must submit the completed Form no later than 2 days before to departure. For reservations booked less than 48 hours prior to departure, the traveler must personally show the completed Form to a Sales Associate at the terminal.
Can Service Animals travel to international destination by Frontier?
All domestic and international travel will permit the transport of trained service animals, however many international destinations have nation-specific regulations.
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