Congratulations on the change in your on board pet policy. I have flown for years, transporting and hand delivering my Yorkie babies to their new homes. I have had to fly every other airline in the sky, because they would allow the pets in the cabin. I have NEVER been aware of a single passenger on any flight where I accompanied a puppy, or have been on a flight where someone else had a pet in the cabin, having a "death defying" allergic reaction to the animal's presence on board. I am absolutely thrilled that I can now fly my FAVORITE airline, from the airport within 5 miles of my home, all across America, NON STOP! (I have always HATED those 2-4 hour layovers in Atlanta!) People with allergies exist in the world with other people and are exposed to all types of allergies from fellow passengers! I am terribly sensitive to some perfumes, even fabric softners on people's clothes. I take allergy meds when I am going to be around other people, especially in close quarters! I suspect other people with allergies do likewise. If you are seated on a plane with someone next to you that has offensive perfume, or a pet and you are having allergy issues, simply ask to be moved. This allergy issue has not been a problem on the other airlines....it wont be an issue for Southwest either! And you are going to see a substantial increase in revenue, I can assure you! Breeders everywhere will be taking advantage of this service, and hand deliver their puppies in person!
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