Flight Angels

Being a flight angel is definitely one of the most rewarding opportunities! There is no better feeling than knowing that you got to partake in helping a sweet dog get to their new families/homes! We would like to take the time to thank you so very much in advance for being a flight angel and helping these precious souls and adoptor's!

Canadian Flight Angels

1) Please submit your flight itinerary via sending it to

This is required to ensure we have your accurate information so that we can properly book the dogs in the cabin or cargo hold (crates) linked to your ticket. The airlines require from us the following: the names of the specific fliers, flight date, destination(s), email, telephone numbers, sometimes address, and date of birth. If you are not comfortable providing that information please let us know in advance of booking as there is a fair bit involved in the process. You can also book the crates yourself if that is your preference and we are happy to assist you with any questions you may have.

2) So all parties are on one page, one of our rescue volunteers will make a group chat that includes the flight angels, adopters, and anyone else involved in your flight so that we can all be on the same page through Facebook Messenger or Whatsapp or another way if need be. All paperwork that you will need for customs will be provided to you. This could include a letter that has the name and information of the specific fliers and the adopter's details, name of the dog, the breed, the time they entered the shelter, and so on. This document is required if you are escorting a dog.

3) On the day of the flight:

A member from our rescue will meet you with the dogs at the airport, prior to the flight (by the outdoor pet relief area).

We will provide you with the Health Certificate that you will need to fly the dog(s). The dog's health certificate will say when the dog had their rabies vaccine, when they were spayed/neutered, and other information including the Veterinarian that completed the procedures.

We will also provide you with their booklet that has more of their vaccination information enclosed to give to the adopters(s) at the customs office after you arrive. There will be a customs inspection fee for the dogs to be paid at the Canada Customs office. It is up to you how adopters can pay you back for this fee. The fee is split up and totals up to $40.

4) Please pictures!

Taking a picture once the dogs are with their new puppy parents gives everyone peace of mind knowing everyone has made it! Or make it fun and take pictures throughout their day in the airport/on the plane if they are in a flight bag with you/upon arrival at the airport etc..

We really couldn't do this without your big hearts so thank you from the bottom of ours! Please consider being a Flight Angel for us or telling your travelling friends about the program if you/your friends are travelling again out this way!

American Flight Angels

1) Please submit your flight itinerary via sending it to

This is required to ensure we have your accurate information so that we can properly book the dogs in the cargo hold(crates) waiting to go home. The airlines require from us the following: the names of the specific fliers, flight date, destination(s), email, telephone numbers, sometimes address and birth date depending on how you booked your flight and if you have a membership, and so on. If you are not comfortable providing that information please let us know in advance of booking as there is a fair bit involved in the process. Once we have successfully booked the space for the dog on your flight, we will let you know.

2) So all parties are on one page, one of our rescue volunteers will make a group chat that includes the flight angels, adopters,, and anyone else involved for your flight, so that we can all be on the same page through Facebook Messenger or Whatsapp or another way if need be.

3) On the day of flight:

A member from our rescue will meet you with the dogs at the airport, prior to the flight (by the outdoor pet relief area), prior to flight.

In order to check in for your flight you have to have the dogs and their paperwork physically with you. The transportation crates they will need we will provide bring to the airport when we bring the dog(s). The adopters will be taking their dog's crate/bag home. We will provide you with the health certificate that you will need to fly the dog (s). The health certificate will indicate when the dog had their rabies vaccine, when they were spayed/neutered, along with other information including the veterinarian that completed the procedure. Their booklet that has more of their vaccination info enclosed will also be provided to you to give to the adopters(s) upon arrival.

4) If flying a dog in cargo, they usually come out of the oversized baggage claim area. This is typically where the adopters will meet you. Please note that the dogs will need to stay in their crate until you get there. It is very helpful to take a picture or a few to send us in the flight chat, that way we know the dog(s) have arrived safely and they are with the new adopters as planned.

We really couldn't do this without your big hearts so thank you from the bottom of ours! Please consider being a flight angel for us or telling your travelling friends about the program if you/your friends are travelling again out this way!

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