WestJet increases the price of its flights with its furry friends

If you are a pet owner and like to take your cat or dog with you when you travel, you will soon have to pay higher fees when traveling with WestJet.

The airline told Global News on Thursday that as of December 3, some pet fees would rise, or double in some cases.

For pets caught in the pbadenger cabin and stored under the seat, there is no change if you are traveling in Canada or between Canada and the United States – the fee will remain between $ 50 and $ 59.

However, for travel between Canada and all other destinations, the cost of taking it in the cabin with your pet will double to between $ 100 and $ 118.

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For larger pets placed in the luggage compartment of the aircraft, owners can expect a price increase no matter where WestJet takes them.

For travel within Canada or between Canada and the United States, the current fee of $ 75 to $ 88 ranges from $ 100 to $ 118.

For those wishing to bring their furry companions from Canada to other destinations, the price has more than doubled from $ 75 to $ 88 to between $ 200 and $ 236.

WestJet said in an email statement that price increases would further align the airline with industry standards and "offset WestJet's higher costs in today's tough and competitive markets." hui ".

He also stated that the fees remain lower than those of Canadian competitors for animals transported in the baggage hold.

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The airline also said it would continue to offer support to non-profit organizations that strive to bring rescued animals to Canada.

"While we understand the disappointment of some of our guests that rescued animals are included in these changes, we continue to support charitable and non-profit organizations in the communities we serve through our Airport Community Giving program, during which WestJetters reviews and supports grant requests based on local priorities and needs of their community, "said WestJet.