Cargo
Cathay Pacific Cargo's Cathay Live Animals service provides premium live animal handling via Hong Kong (HKG). Bookings confirmed up to one month prior to departure only. Contact Cathay Cargo for pricing and route eligibility.
Route Restrictions
Cargo only via Cathay Cargo. No in-cabin transport. Hub at Hong Kong International (HKG). Hong Kong is a major Asian transit hub for live animal cargo.
Breed Restrictions
- All brachycephalic breeds â restricted from cargo; confirm with Cathay Cargo per route
- Pit Bull type breeds and other dangerous breeds not accepted
Paws en route Notes
Cathay Cargo offers one of Asia's best live animal facilities at HKG. No in-cabin service. The 1-month booking window (not earlier) is unusual â plan accordingly. Hong Kong and China have different import requirements; confirm which applies for your route.
Done-for-You Service
Cathay Pacific's breed rules can disqualify your pet at the gate.
Our IPATA-certified team checks your exact breed against Cathay Pacific's current restrictions, confirms cargo route eligibility, and handles the booking so nothing falls through.
Get a Cathay Pacific relocation quoteCargo Kennels
Cathay Pacific Approved Cargo Crates & Travel Kennels
For pets traveling in the hold, Cathay Pacific enforces strict IATA CR-82 regulations. Wire crates and soft-sided bags are prohibited in the cargo hold. We source and size IATA-compliant kennels for your pet â send us a note to get started.
Recommended: IATA-Compliant Hard Kennel
IATA CR-82 Hard-Sided Travel Kennel
- Rigid plastic or fiberglass construction
- Metal nuts and bolts (no plastic snap clips)
- Single-piece, spring-loaded metal door
- Sized for pet to stand, turn, and lie down naturally
Book with this airline?
We verify Cathay Pacific's policy before every booking.
Policies change. We call the airline, confirm your breed is cleared, and lock in the pet booking â not just the human seat.
Plan your flightCommon Questions
Cathay Pacific pet travel â frequently asked
Does Cathay Pacific allow pets in the cabin?
Cathay Pacific does not currently offer in-cabin pet travel. Pets may travel as cargo â see the cargo policy above for available options.
Are there breed restrictions on Cathay Pacific?
Yes, Cathay Pacific restricts certain breeds including All brachycephalic breeds â restricted from cargo; confirm with Cathay Cargo per route and Pit Bull type breeds and other dangerous breeds not accepted. Brachycephalic (flat-nosed) dogs and cats are most commonly affected. Contact our team for a breed-specific eligibility check before booking.
Does Cathay Pacific have a summer cargo embargo for pets?
No summer cargo embargo is listed for Cathay Pacific. Temperature-based restrictions may still apply on specific routes â always verify at the time of booking.
