There’s a NEW airline that’s starting up, which provides a first-class experience . . . for DOGS.
It’s called Bark Air, and yes, this is a real thing. And it isn’t just an airline where dogs don’t have to be in crates in the cargo hold. (This BLOWS THE DOORS off that. Sorry, that’s a poor choice of words.)
The dogs are pampered with plenty of space, along with treats, earmuffs, and beverages . . . including a dog-friendly champagne and even a dog coffee. (???)
This is a luxury charter airline so the prices are high. It costs $8,000 for a one-way international flight, which includes one human companion. It costs $6,000 for domestic trips. But they’re hoping to get the prices down a bit as it scales.
There are only a few destinations to start: New York City, Los Angeles, and London. But they’re considering adding flights to Paris, Milan, Chicago, Seattle, and seasonal destinations in Florida and Arizona.
The co-founder says, “It’s a first-class experience for the dog, a business-class experience for people. We cater everything to the dog, trying to lower their anxiety and their stress, so they have the most comfortable, fear-free experience.”
The initial batch of flights is already sold-out . . . and they’ve received about 15,000 requests for new destinations, so it seems like there is plenty of demand.
(The Hill)
(Reuters has a look at what this experience will be like.)
