Woman questioned for taking dog on plane, but she didn't need to worry

A video of a dog appearing to be in a deep, blissful sleep on an airplane has gone viral on TikTok.

The clip was posted by Lou the Chichi (@louthechichi) and has been viewed 1.4 million times since it was first shared on March 19th. The message reads: Is it a 1 hour flight? Will she get excited and cause trouble to others? ”

The footage, taken on a flight from Montreal, Canada, to Florida, shows Lou sleeping on the plane, wrapped in a blanket, in different positions for each flight. Ticia Audi, 29, said. newsweek Her puppy, Lou, is a 5-year-old Chihuahua weighing 4.5 pounds. Audy is the owner of her online pet apparel and accessories store, ShopLousCloset.com.

Some users on TikTok were quick to question why the dog was allowed out of its carrier during the flight.

However, Audie said Roo is her “medical service dog, so he was allowed to stay on my lap until we boarded the plane.”

The dog's owner, who is based in Montreal and Florida, said: “I'm actually scared of flying, but Lou's calmness eases that fear. As long as I'm with her, I know I'm safe.” I feel it and vice versa.”

Can I bring my dog ​​on a plane?

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) says, “Airlines must recognize dogs as service animals and accept them for carriage on flights to, within, and from the United States.”

But what about pets?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says airlines can decide whether passengers can bring pets on board. Travelers should check with their airlines before traveling to find out their policies regarding pets.

If the airline does not allow pets in the cabin, they must be transported in the hold.

The International Air Transport Association says, “Don't worry, cats and dogs actually travel better this way, as they can rest in a quieter, darker environment. It also addresses any concerns airlines have about transporting pets in cargo. Millions of animals are transported safely every year.” Year. “

According to the FAA, “If the airline allows pets to be carried on board, the pet's container is considered carry-on baggage and must follow all rules regarding carry-on baggage.”

Pet containers must meet the following FAA requirements:

• Be large enough to fit under a seat without obstructing a person's path to the main aisle of the airplane.
• Please stow properly before the last passenger entrance door to the plane closes for the plane to exit the gate.
• Always remain properly stowed while the airplane is moving over the airport surface and during takeoff and landing.
• Owners must follow instructions from flight attendants regarding proper storage of pet containers.

“Better behaved than most humans.”

Odie said Newsweek: “Lou and I travel a lot together. We've been to Paris, Italy, California, and Florida countless times. She always sleeps, no matter how long the flight is.”

In the latest viral clip, the dog's owner placed a neck pillow on his lap and Roo “spontaneously fell asleep in this adorable position” for three hours. “She was so adorable that she couldn't do anything but stare at her,” Odie said.

TikTok users are loving the sleepy dog ​​in the viral clip, with BrookeNava🇦🇺 saying the pup is “better behaved than most humans.”

“My Chihuahua slept well during the 15-hour flight. He was better behaved than most children,” said nikie78.

Caelum_21 said: “Who wouldn't like this cutie, even if she's annoying?”

Veronica simply said, “Sleepy baby,” and Kitty1013 wrote, “I want to hold her all 4 hours and share the love!”

“I would literally cry for joy if my dog ​​sat next to me on a plane,” @onceuponawitchinghour wrote.

Samantha said, “If you were sitting next to me with Lou, I would have felt that joy and scream!!!”

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