Singapore Airlines Pet Policy — Dogs & Cats on Board

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Cat Policy

Rule Details
Cabin allowed No
Cargo / checked baggage allowed Yes
Cargo fee (one-way) See fee notes
Max weight in cargo 32.00 kg (pet + crate)
Breed restrictions: Brachycephalic cat breeds not accepted. Confirm with Singapore Airlines.
Seasonal restrictions: Not accepted on Boeing 737-operated flights (no temperature control in hold). Not accepted on SQ21 (Newark–Singapore) or SQ23 (New York–Singapore). Must book at least 2 weeks before departure.

Dog Policy

Rule Details
Cabin allowed No
Cargo / checked baggage allowed Yes
Cargo fee (one-way) See fee notes
Max weight in cargo 32.00 kg (pet + crate)
Breed restrictions: Not accepted: Akita, Boerboel, Boxer, Brussels Griffon (Petit Brabancon), Chow Chow, Dogo Argentino, Bulldogs (all), Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apso, Mastiffs (Neapolitan, Dogue de Bordeaux), Presa Canario, Pit Bull, Pugs (incl. Carlino, Mopshond, Mops Hund), Pekingese, Shar-Pei, Shih Tzu, Tibetan/English Toy/King Charles/Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Boston and Pit Bull Terriers, Tosa.
Seasonal restrictions: Not accepted on Boeing 737-operated flights (no temperature control in hold). Not accepted on SQ21 (Newark–Singapore) or SQ23 (New York–Singapore). Must book at least 2 weeks before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my cat in the cabin on Singapore Airlines?
Cats are not permitted in the cabin on Singapore Airlines. They may travel as cargo — see cargo policy below.
Does Singapore Airlines have breed restrictions for cats?
Brachycephalic cat breeds not accepted. Confirm with Singapore Airlines.
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Singapore Airlines?
Dogs are not permitted in the cabin on Singapore Airlines. They may travel as cargo — see cargo policy below.
Does Singapore Airlines have breed restrictions for dogs?
Not accepted: Akita, Boerboel, Boxer, Brussels Griffon (Petit Brabancon), Chow Chow, Dogo Argentino, Bulldogs (all), Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apso, Mastiffs (Neapolitan, Dogue de Bordeaux), Presa Canario, Pit Bull, Pugs (incl. Carlino, Mopshond, Mops Hund), Pekingese, Shar-Pei, Shih Tzu, Tibetan/English Toy/King Charles/Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Boston and Pit Bull Terriers, Tosa.

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