Imagine you’re about to zip up your suitcase for a much-awaited vacation, and there’s your four-legged companion gazing up at you with those soulful eyes. The thought of leaving them behind tugs at your heartstrings, especially when the only travel options seem to be less than ideal. With commercial airlines tightening the leash on pet travel, your furry friend often ends up in a snug carrier or, worse, isolated in the cargo hold.
Transporting canines coast-to-coast Bark Air is making cross-continental cuddles a reality, starting with routes from New York to Los Angeles and London. It is teaming up with Argus, a platinum-rated charter company. However, this pet pampering doesn't come cheap. Pricing will vary based on routes, time of year, and roundtrip or one-way tickets. For example, flights between New York and Los Angeles cost $12,000 roundtrip per dog .