In this episode, Gretta Russo and Dr. Nelva Bryant introduce the latest developments in pet travel, starting with Dr. Bryant's journey to Delta Airlines and founding When Pets Fly. They explore Cunard Cruise Line's pet policy, including costs and logistics. Special guest Juan DeVarez shares insights on pet carriers, cargo travel, and Delta's new policies. The episode highlights best practices for in-cabin travel, updates on pet travel age requirements, and Delta's enhancements, including music therapy for pets. They discuss the United for Wildlife Initiative, service dog policy changes, and the importance of understanding airline-specific transport policies. The episode concludes with a Q&A session and a preview of Delta's upcoming program.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome to When Pets Fly

(0:38) Dr. Nelva Bryant's journey to Delta Airlines and When Pets Fly

(3:22) Overview of Cunard Cruise Line's pet policy and travel program

(7:34) Costs and logistics for pets on Cunard

(9:02) How to book a consultation with Dr. Bryant

(10:01) Airline policies for pet travel and crate acclimation

(11:48) Special guest Juan DeVarez on pet carriers and preparation

(17:19) In-cabin pet travel best practices

(19:17) Juan DeVarez's insights on pet cargo travel and Delta's new policies

(25:07) Updates to pet travel age requirements and procedures

(27:26) Delta's upcoming program enhancements and music therapy for pets

(31:46) United for Wildlife Initiative discussion

(35:10) Timelines for implementing new pet travel policies

(39:53) Q&A session on pet travel

(41:53) Changes in service dog policies and crate compliance

(45:15) Navigating misleading crate advertisements and preparing pets for cargo

(53:18) Importance of understanding airline-specific pet transport policies

(57:38) Juan DeVarez's final thoughts on cargo pet transport

(58:24) Preview of Delta's upcoming pet transport program

(59:18) Closing statements and teaser for the next episode