{"id":819,"date":"2016-11-01T03:27:37","date_gmt":"2016-11-01T00:27:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/?page_id=819"},"modified":"2026-04-03T20:55:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T18:55:23","slug":"flying-a-snub-nosed-dog","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/en\/flying-a-snub-nosed-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Flying A Snub-nosed Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Flying A Snub-nosed Dog<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Flying a snub-nosed dog<\/strong> internationally isn\u2019t a straightforward process. Dogs that are snub-nosed (brachycephalic breeds) are often at a higher risk during air travel than other \u201cregular\u201d breeds. If you plan to relocate with a snub-nosed dog (such as a Pug, French Bulldog or Boston Terrier), you should know that the move won\u2019t be easy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">What Are Snub-nosed Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16298 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/What-Are-Snub-nosed-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Snub-nosed dogs in luggage\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/What-Are-Snub-nosed-dogs.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/What-Are-Snub-nosed-dogs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/What-Are-Snub-nosed-dogs-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/What-Are-Snub-nosed-dogs-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/What-Are-Snub-nosed-dogs-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 375px, 375px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Snub-nosed dogs (also called brachycephalic breeds) are dogs that have a short nose. These dogs are more likely to suffer respiratory problems under normal circumstances &#8211; so just imagine what could happen during air travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The reason why snub-nosed dogs have respiratory problems is because they pack the same nose structure as long snout dogs. Dogs with small snouts have the same structure and anatomy as long snout dogs but only in a more cramped structure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Here is a list of some of the most popular snub-nosed dogs around the world:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">French Bulldog<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Boston Terrier<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Boxer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">English Toy Spaniel<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">English Bulldog<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Japanese Chin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">King Charles Spaniel<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Lhasa Apso<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Pekingese<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Chow Chow<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Pug<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Shar-pei<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Shih Tzu<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Please note that there are many more breeds that are snub-nosed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Many Airlines Have Stopped Flying Snub-nosed Dogs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16292 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Many-Airlines-Have-Stopped-Flying-Snub-nosed-Dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Sad Pug\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Many-Airlines-Have-Stopped-Flying-Snub-nosed-Dogs.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Many-Airlines-Have-Stopped-Flying-Snub-nosed-Dogs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Many-Airlines-Have-Stopped-Flying-Snub-nosed-Dogs-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Many-Airlines-Have-Stopped-Flying-Snub-nosed-Dogs-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Many-Airlines-Have-Stopped-Flying-Snub-nosed-Dogs-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 375px, 375px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Many airlines around the world banned snub-nosed dogs from flying in the hold of their planes due to the fact that there were many unfortunate incidents with such breeds in the last couple of years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">There are still a couple of airlines that didn&#8217;t ban yet snub-nosed dogs. Instead, these airlines have placed tight restrictions for traveling with them. These restrictions are usually weather dependent (they won\u2019t accept snub-nosed dogs during the summer).<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Below is a list of some of the world\u2019s leading airlines that <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">won\u2019t fly or restrict<\/span> snub-nosed breeds:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Swiss \u2013 As of 2020, snub-nosed dogs can\u2019t fly in the hold of their planes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">EL AL &#8211; they recently changed their pet policy. For futher details, please check out the following article: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/en\/el-al-pet-policy-flying-dogs-and-cats\/\" rel=\"noopener\">EL AL Pet Policy<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">United \u2013 since mid-2018, United have stopped accepting snub-nosed breeds in their holds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Delta \u2013 we don\u2019t remember exactly when this happened, but they stopped flying snub-nosed breeds in their holds a long time ago.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Lufthansa \u2013 From 2020, flying a snub-nosed dog can only be done as manifest cargo or in-cabin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">KLM \u2013 they don\u2019t fly Pugs, English\/French Bulldog and Boston Terriers in the hold of their planes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Even though there are many airlines that won\u2019t fly snub-nosed dogs in their holds, it is important to note that there are plenty of airlines that will accept snub-nose breeds in cabin, as long as they meet the airline\u2019s pet in-cabin policy. For such breeds, flying in-cabin is most likely the safest way to travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">The Risks Of Flying A Snub-nosed Dog<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16294 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/The-Risks-Of-Flying-A-Snub-nosed-Dog.jpg\" alt=\"Sad Boston Terrier\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/The-Risks-Of-Flying-A-Snub-nosed-Dog.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/The-Risks-Of-Flying-A-Snub-nosed-Dog-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/The-Risks-Of-Flying-A-Snub-nosed-Dog-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/The-Risks-Of-Flying-A-Snub-nosed-Dog-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/The-Risks-Of-Flying-A-Snub-nosed-Dog-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 375px, 375px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Snub-nosed dog breeds hold the highest recorded death ratio for pets that have traveled by air. Nevertheless, it is important to remember that deaths while flying are not common and that millions of pets fly safely around the world each year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Snub-nosed dogs have difficulty flying because they are more sensitive to changes in air quality and to the temperature in the hold of the plane. Even though the air in the pressurized cargo hold (where pets are transported) is the same as in the passenger cabin, the air circulation might not be ideal for a snub-nosed dog.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Brachycephalic Dogs Require A Bigger Travel Crate<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16288 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Brachycephalic-Dogs-Require-A-Bigger-Travel-Crate.jpg\" alt=\"Brachycephalic dog next to a flight crate and luggage\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Brachycephalic-Dogs-Require-A-Bigger-Travel-Crate.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Brachycephalic-Dogs-Require-A-Bigger-Travel-Crate-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Brachycephalic-Dogs-Require-A-Bigger-Travel-Crate-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Brachycephalic-Dogs-Require-A-Bigger-Travel-Crate-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Brachycephalic-Dogs-Require-A-Bigger-Travel-Crate-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 375px, 375px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">In order to minimize the risks involved in flying brachycephalic dogs, airlines usually require a flight crate that is at least 10 cm larger than the dog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Airlines that still accept brachycephalic breeds require pet owners to have an airline approved flight crate that is <u>at least<\/u> one size larger than the needed\/expected size. Purchasing a larger <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/en\/dog-travel-crates\/\" rel=\"noopener\">dog\u00a0travel crate<\/a><\/span> will help minimize the risks!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">5 Tips For Flying A Snub-Nosed Dog<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16296 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Tips-For-Flying-A-Snub-Nosed-Dog.jpg\" alt=\"Business man pointing down\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Tips-For-Flying-A-Snub-Nosed-Dog.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Tips-For-Flying-A-Snub-Nosed-Dog-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Tips-For-Flying-A-Snub-Nosed-Dog-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Tips-For-Flying-A-Snub-Nosed-Dog-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Tips-For-Flying-A-Snub-Nosed-Dog-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 375px, 375px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Even though the flight experience varies from dog to dog, the tips you will read here are important for flying pets in general, and are significantly more important when flying &#8220;problematic&#8221; breeds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><u>Tip #1 &#8211; Choosing the appropriate flight crate<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">As mentioned in this article, snub-nosed dogs are required to fly with a larger flight crate. We understand that the relocation process isn\u2019t cheap, but please, don\u2019t save your money on this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><u>Tip #2 &#8211; Get your dog accommodated to the flight crate<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">After purchasing the appropriate pet travel crate, make sure your dog gets used to it before your flight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Making your dog comfortable inside the flight crate will eventually make things less stressful for him\/her.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><u>Tip #3 &#8211; Consult with your vet<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If your dog is treated regularly by a veterinarian, we advise you consult with him\/her before traveling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><u>Tip #4 \u2013 Hire A Pet Relocation Company<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Flying a snub-nosed dog is complicated and, in some ways, dangerous. Hiring an expert to assist is surely worth the money. Don\u2019t you agree?<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><u>Tip #5 &#8211; Don&#8217;t fly when the weather is hot!<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If possible, try not to fly in the summer. If you must fly during the summer season, we recommend you search for flights that leave early morning or late at night (when it&#8217;s not too hot outside).<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">In any case, before the flight, be sure to offer your dog plenty of water. This will prevent your dog from dehydrating.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Frequently Asked Questions About Flying Brachycephalic Dogs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16300 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frequently-Asked-Questions.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful stickers with question marks\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frequently-Asked-Questions.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frequently-Asked-Questions-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frequently-Asked-Questions-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frequently-Asked-Questions-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frequently-Asked-Questions-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 375px, 375px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Question #1<\/span>: <strong>My dog is mixed with a snub-nosed breed. Will it be hard flying him?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Unfortunately, yes, most airlines won\u2019t accept your dog as they will consider it as a snub-nosed dog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Question #2<\/span>: <strong>Can I purchase a crate that is 2-3 sizes up?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">We don\u2019t recommend that. You are required to purchase a crate that is one size larger. Purchasing a crate that is 2-3 sizes up could have a negative effect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Question #3<\/span>: <strong>How can I take my dog with me in-cabin?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">We recommend you check the airline\u2019s pet in-cabin requirements. If your pet meets the requirements, you could take your dog with you in cabin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Please also remember to check out the destination country\u2019s regulations. There are some countries (like the UK and Australia) that will only allow you to bring a pet into their territory as manifest cargo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Question #4<\/span>: <strong>Why do airlines require snub-nosed dogs to fly with a larger crate?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">This is required as a bigger travel crate will improve air circulation and therefore, cancel out the \u201cdisadvantage\u201d of having a short snout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Question #5<\/span>: <strong>Taking a snub-nosed dog seems very dangerous. Can you guarantee a safe trip?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">We have a 100% success rate, but, unfortunately, we can\u2019t guarantee a safe trip. There are risks involved that aren\u2019t in our hands (or anyone else\u2019s).<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If everything is done properly, we will manage to minimize the risks involved. By minimizing the risks, we can guarantee the safest trip possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Flying Snub-Nosed Dogs Is Our Expertise!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16290 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Flying-Snub-Nosed-Dogs-Is-Our-Expertise.jpg\" alt=\"World map with planes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Flying-Snub-Nosed-Dogs-Is-Our-Expertise.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Flying-Snub-Nosed-Dogs-Is-Our-Expertise-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Flying-Snub-Nosed-Dogs-Is-Our-Expertise-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Flying-Snub-Nosed-Dogs-Is-Our-Expertise-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Flying-Snub-Nosed-Dogs-Is-Our-Expertise-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 375px, 375px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Flying some of the world\u2019s most popular snub-nosed dogs can take a great deal of time and preparation. Even though there will always be risks involved, if you plan carefully, you could make flying with a snub-nosed dog as safe and as stress-free as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you have a snub-nosed dog, we highly recommend you contact a <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/en\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pet transport<\/a><\/span><\/span> company to assist you with the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">In the past couple of years, we had the pleasure to assist hundreds of families relocate with their brachycephalic dogs. It wasn\u2019t easy, but we enjoyed doing so.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you need help, feel free to contact us!<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><section class=\"author-section\">\n    <div class=\"author-card\">\n        <div class=\"author-social-image\">\n                        <div class=\"author-image\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pets2fly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/author-bio.jpg\" alt=\"Site Author\">\n            <\/div>\n            \n            <div class=\"author-social\">\n                \n                <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/mattan.galgendler\/\"\n                    aria-label=\"Facebook\"\n                    class=\"social linkedin\"><svg width=\"34px\" height=\"34px\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\">\r\n  <g id=\"SVGRepo_bgCarrier\" stroke-width=\"0\"><\/g>\r\n  <g id=\"SVGRepo_tracerCarrier\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/g>\r\n  <g id=\"SVGRepo_iconCarrier\">\r\n    <path fill=\"#1877F2\" d=\"M15 8a7 7 0 00-7-7 7 7 0 00-1.094 13.915v-4.892H5.13V8h1.777V6.458c0-1.754 1.045-2.724 2.644-2.724.766 0 1.567.137 1.567.137v1.723h-.883c-.87 0-1.14.54-1.14 1.093V8h1.941l-.31 2.023H9.094v4.892A7.001 7.001 0 0015 8z\"><\/path>\r\n    <path fill=\"#ffffff\" d=\"M10.725 10.023L11.035 8H9.094V6.687c0-.553.27-1.093 1.14-1.093h.883V3.87s-.801-.137-1.567-.137c-1.6 0-2.644.97-2.644 2.724V8H5.13v2.023h1.777v4.892a7.037 7.037 0 002.188 0v-4.892h1.63z\"><\/path>\r\n  <\/g>\r\n<\/svg>\r\n<\/a>\n                                                <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/mattan-gal-gendler-57101094\"\n                    aria-label=\"Invalid URL\"\n                    class=\"social\"><svg width=\"34px\" height=\"34px\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\">\r\n  <g id=\"SVGRepo_bgCarrier\" stroke-width=\"0\"><\/g>\r\n  <g id=\"SVGRepo_tracerCarrier\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/g>\r\n  <g id=\"SVGRepo_iconCarrier\">\r\n    <path fill=\"#0A66C2\" d=\"M12.225 12.225h-1.778V9.44c0-.664-.012-1.519-.925-1.519-.926 0-1.068.724-1.068 1.47v2.834H6.676V6.498h1.707v.783h.024c.348-.594.996-.95 1.684-.925 1.802 0 2.135 1.185 2.135 2.728l-.001 3.14zM4.67 5.715a1.037 1.037 0 01-1.032-1.031c0-.566.466-1.032 1.032-1.032.566 0 1.031.466 1.032 1.032 0 .566-.466 1.032-1.032 1.032zm.889 6.51h-1.78V6.498h1.78v5.727zM13.11 2H2.885A.88.88 0 002 2.866v10.268a.88.88 0 00.885.866h10.226a.882.882 0 00.889-.866V2.865a.88.88 0 00-.889-.864z\"><\/path>\r\n  <\/g>\r\n<\/svg>\r\n<\/a>\n                \n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"author-content\">\n            <h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>About Mattan Gal<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Nice to meet you, I\u2019m Mattan Gal, the founder of Pets2Fly<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For over a decade, I have lived and breathed the world of pet relocation. 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