AA is considering the same as Delta. Other airlines may soon follow suit.
A spokesperson for the DOT added that airlines can refuse certain "unusual service animals" including snakes, reptiles, ferrets, rodents, and spiders, or if the animal's size or weight would pose a safety threat to passengers.
"We are looking at additional requirements to help protect our team members and our customers who have a real need for a trained service or support animal," said American Airlines spokesman Ross Feinstein. "Unfortunately, untrained animals can lead to safety issues for our team, our passengers and working dogs onboard our aircraft. We agree with Delta's efforts and will continue to support the rights of customers, from veterans to people with disabilities, with legitimate needs."
A spokesperson for the DOT added that airlines can refuse certain "unusual service animals" including snakes, reptiles, ferrets, rodents, and spiders, or if the animal's size or weight would pose a safety threat to passengers.
"We are looking at additional requirements to help protect our team members and our customers who have a real need for a trained service or support animal," said American Airlines spokesman Ross Feinstein. "Unfortunately, untrained animals can lead to safety issues for our team, our passengers and working dogs onboard our aircraft. We agree with Delta's efforts and will continue to support the rights of customers, from veterans to people with disabilities, with legitimate needs."