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A comment on US Rules Airlines Must Allow Miniature Horses to Fly as Service Animals.

Re:US Rules Airlines Must Allow Miniature Horses to Fly as S... by mykowebhn on Friday August 09, 2019 @11:57AM (#20655532)
Maybe the issue is not really about allowing animals to fly as service animals, but allowing animals to fly simply as passengers. Why can't I pay for a seat for my pet?

I also understand people's frustrations with unruly pets on planes, but frankly I don't remember ever seeing this. I've only ever seen well-behaved pets on planes. I do remember numerous unruly children on planes, though.

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Re:US Rules Airlines Must Allow Miniature Horses to Fly as S... by 4ntonius8lock on Friday August 09, 2019 @08:44PM (#20659430)
> Why can't I pay for a seat for my pet?

You can. Rent a private jet with a bunch of other exotic pet owners.

Or form an airline with this intent.

But for the love of everything that is holy, please don't sit next to me in a cramped tin can for 6 hours with your horse's behind in my face.

This is public transportation.

I can tolerate a small emotional support animal that fits in a container that will fit under your seat at take off or landing. That seems like a reasonable compromise. Larger animals can go underneath if they fit, or not join what is essential, a flying bus.

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