Let bunnies fly!
📞 National Call-In Day – Monday, September 8th
Did you know that most major airlines don’t allow pet rabbits to fly in the cabin—even though dogs and cats are welcome?
Rabbits are extremely sensitive creatures that thrive in environments where they feel secure. Transporting them in the cargo hold, away from the watchful eyes of their owners, subjects them to unnecessary stress which could lead to serious health complications, even death. It's not just a matter of convenience; it's a matter of survival.
Rabbits being turned away from in-cabin flights not only affects these gentle animals and their owners but could also lead to greater strain on animal shelters. Many owners, unable to move with their beloved pets, might feel forced into the heart-wrenching decision of surrendering them to shelters–which are already overburdened and are often forced to euthanize due to overcrowding.
It doesn’t have to be this way. Rabbits are quiet, clean, and travel well in carriers, just like cats. Airlines could change this policy tomorrow if they heard enough demand from customers. That’s where you come in.
🗓 Mark Your Calendar: September 8th
On Monday, September 8th, we’re flooding the phone lines with one simple message: “Please allow bunnies to fly in-cabin, just like cats and small dogs.”
The more calls airlines receive on the same day, the harder it will be for them to ignore the need for change.
☑️ How to Take Action
Set a reminder for Monday, September 8th.
Choose an airline you fly (or several!).
Contact customer service and politely share your request: let pet rabbits fly in-cabin. Contact information for popular airlines in North America are listed below.
Calling has the most impact if you can. If they redirect you to fill out the web form, try politely insisting that you would like to speak to a real person.
UNITED STATES:
Alaska – Alaska used to allow rabbits to fly, but they changed their policy earlier this year. Let’s convince them to change it back!
United – United used to allow rabbits to fly, but they changed their policy in recent years. Let’s convince them to change it back!
American:
Phone: N/A. Only accepts complaints via email or web form.
Delta:
Southwest:
JetBlue:
Hawaiian:
CANADA:
Air Canada:
Phone: N/A. Only accepts complaints via web form.
WestJet: – WestJet used to allow rabbits to fly, but they changed their policy in recent years. Let’s convince them to change it back!
Phone: N/A. Only accepts complaints via web form.
MEXICO:
Volaris:
Aeroméxico:
4. Spread the word—tell friends, share this campaign, and post online with the hashtag #LetBunniesFly.
5. Sign the petition at Change.org calling for Alaska Airlines to revert their recent ban on bunnies.
6. Are you seeing this post after September 8th? Call the airlines anyway.
💡 Talking Points
Rabbits don’t make noise, and they travel well in carriers.
It can be deadly for rabbits to fly in cargo.
Many people consider rabbits part of the family, just like cats and dogs.
Around 900,000 households in the U.S. have pet rabbits.
Offering in-cabin options would expand customer loyalty—bunny families would actively choose airlines that welcome their pets.
Here’s what you can say:
Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I’m a customer who flies with [Airline Name]. I’m calling because I’d like to see your airline allow pet rabbits to fly in-cabin, just like cats and small dogs.
Rabbits don’t make noise, they’re clean, and they travel safely in carriers. Families like mine consider bunnies to be part of the family, and want to be able to travel with them without risking their lives in cargo.
Around 900,000 households in the U.S. have pet rabbits. Allowing rabbits in-cabin would make your airline more pet-friendly and would earn more customer loyalty from animal lovers.
I urge your airline to update its policy to include rabbits as in-cabin pets. Thank you for listening and for sharing this feedback with your team.
🐇 Why It Matters
For rabbit guardians, this is about safety and compassion. No animal should have to endure the risks of flying in cargo when safer, proven alternatives already exist. Together, we can make airlines see that rabbits deserve a seat (well, under the seat!) too.
👉 On September 8th, pick up the phone. Tell airlines to LET BUNNIES FLY.
