TO suggest that individuals with pet allergies take expensive medications (usually steroids) to endure a flight with someone who is taking a pet for pleasure is as ridiculous as suggesting that I step outside so a co-worker can smoke at his desk.
In the past - I chose SW over other airlines for its no pets policy. This week I flew from Ft. Myers to Orlando with 4 pets around me. A very short flight. I was puffing my inhaler and by the time I got off was so sick that I nearly blew a big case. The return flight the following day was as bad. I counted 3 pets. I had to take 2 days off work as a result.
I understand the need for service animals. They are as important as my need to stay away from pet dander. Service animals are a rare occurrence. Traveling with pets for pleasure is another issue altogether. From the looks of this blog, there are very strong feelings that support the position that SW is endangering the lives and lively hood of passengers in return for an extra $75 per pet.
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