Thursday, July 16, 2009

PetAirways in business...


The nation's first pet-only airline took off from a Long Island airport Tuesday vowing to provide kennel-in-the-sky service for pampered paws-engers.

"It's great to know he'll get there safely and we don't have to worry," said Jim Gentilini, 62, of Binghamton, NY, who was checking in his daughter's chocolate lab named Bear.

PetAirways offers free in-flight pet treats, comfy crates, and a climate-controlled cabin.

There's no lines for bathrooms - Fido can do his business right on the floor.

"People actually called to ask my dog's preferences," Heather Donaheu, 34, of Sacramento. "I've never gotten that kind of customer service on a human airline."

The idea for the fur-friendly airline came when CEO Dan Wiesel had to check his Jack Russell terrier into the cargo hold on a cross country flight. "It was stressful for me and it was stressful for the dog," said Wiesel.

PetAirways President & CEO Dan Wiesel with Gopi a Beagle getting a Kiss at check-in. (source: NY DAILY NEWS)

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