Not all airlines allow dogs to join you in the cabin as some only offer spots in the hold of the plane, or even if they are able to travel in the cabin, some pets don’t like to fly this way. Introducing Bark Air, the first airline built 100% for dogs.
A pet-loving TikTok creator filmed her experience traveling on Bark Air’s first flight, a newly launched luxury airline for dogs with awesome amenities including pup-friendly champagne and tasty treats.
Woman goes on Bark Air’s first flight with her dog
While dogs can travel on planes, many airlines require them to sit in the hold of the aircraft, and some will only accept animals if they are guide/support animals.
Melanie Demi (@herboozytails) is a travel content creator who was invited to fly on Bark Air’s inaugural flight with her pet dog named Brooklyn.
The creator shared the adventure in a TikTok video and finalized the clip by rating the entire experience “a 10 out of 10.”
Dogs, just like humans, need a passport to travel from country to country. Brooklyn was given a ‘pup passport,’ they met the captain and then boarded the plane.
Bark Air operates with a private charter which flies out of a private airport, meaning there is no waiting around before getting on the plane.
There were eight people and four dogs on the inaugural flight, and once the dogs had settled, the guests got to meet and hear from Matt Meeker, the CEO of Bark Air.
Matt Meaker announced the launch of Bark Air in April 2024, describing it as his “dream” that’s now come to life and explained the reason he came up with the idea: “I always wanted to travel long distances with my big boy, Hugo, but there was never a reasonable option available.”
In the viral video, Melanie Demi explains that Bark Air even offers a menu that was mostly for the dogs, also showing earmuffs that the pups could wear, and then they were up in the air.
The Bark Air model is a pay-per-seat charter service, meaning guests pay for one seat, which includes you and your dog. There are 10 human seats available on the plane.
The airline offers tons of amenities for the pets, including doggy champagne and lots of treats. The TikTok video even shows Brooklyn paying a visit to the captain and sitting in the cockpit of the plane!
If dogs are friendly, well-behaved, and under voice control, they can get up and roam around the plane. However, if there are any nervous or reactive dogs, the airline will cater to them.
New luxury airline for dogs of all sizes and breeds
In partnership with a charter jet company, Bark Air is designed to prioritize four-legged travelers, followed by their humans, so they can travel together comfortably and conveniently.
In terms of routes, Bark Air is currently flying to Los Angeles, New York, and London and will soon be adding Paris, France to its list.
Safety is guaranteed as Bark Air has a trained veterinary technician on every flight to help monitor and care for the dogs. The vet tech is also trained in first aid and CPR for all breeds in case of emergencies.
Bark Air is a private charter service and the price to travel from Los Angeles to New York flights costs $6,000 per human (including 1 dog), and New York to London costs $8,000.
Dogs can go to the bathroom until right before getting on the plane (and right after getting off), otherwise, they should hold it. In case of puppies or senior pups who cannot hold it, an emergency potty pad can be laid down.
There are no breed or size restrictions and a concierge team is dedicated to making the best experience possible, available to answer questions and ensure all needs are met, including a complimentary car service and more.
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