

Human: How can I convince the airline to let me take my dog in the cabin of the plane?

Assistant: 
That’s a challenging question!  The airlines do usually allow service dogs to fly in the cabin with their owners, but generally will not allow other pets to fly in the cabin unless there are extenuating circumstances.  Here are some general strategies that might help you to convince the airline to allow your dog to fly in the cabin with you:  
Sure, I’m happy to help with that.  Airlines usually don’t allow pets in the cabin, so it’s typically necessary to travel with your pet in the cargo hold of the airplane.  Regulations vary from airline to airline, so you definitely need to check your specific airline’s regulations before you travel.  In some cases, airlines do offer certain pets an option to travel in the cabin, but it’s important to note that airlines often require other quarantine regulations for pets, and some require pets to remain on leashes at all times while onboard. For example, here’s the specific pet policy from United Airlines: