Confused by Airline PSD Policies? Let PetCerts Guide You in Vermont

Confused by Airline PSD Policies? Let PetCerts Guide You in Vermont

Flying with a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) should bring peace of mind—not a headache full of confusing airline policies and red tape. But if you’re a Vermont resident preparing to travel, chances are you’ve hit a wall of conflicting information about what’s allowed, what paperwork is required, and how your PSD fits into it all. That’s where PetCerts steps in.

We’re not here to throw jargon at you. We’re here to make things simple.

What’s Changing—and What You Need to Know

After the U.S. Department of Transportation updated its Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulations, airlines are no longer required to recognize emotional support animals. This left many travelers in Vermont and across the country unsure of their rights.

However, Psychiatric Service Dogs are still protected under federal law—provided certain criteria are met. That’s where many travelers get stuck: understanding what airlines need from you to approve your PSD for air travel.

The Airline Checklist Can Be a Maze

From DOT forms to advance notice requirements, each airline has its own way of doing things. You may need:

• A properly completed U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form

• Confirmation that your PSD has been trained to perform specific tasks related to your mental health

• Verifiable documentation from a licensed professional outlining your need for a PSD

It’s a lot to manage—and getting it wrong can mean denied boarding or costly last-minute arrangements.

PetCerts Makes It Easier for Vermonters

At PetCerts.com, we focus on helping people in Vermont and nationwide navigate this process with confidence. If you're dealing with anxiety, PTSD, or another qualifying condition, we can connect you with the documentation needed to meet housing and airline requirements for traveling with a PSD.

We’re not here to overpromise—we don’t “register” animals or offer meaningless IDs. What we do offer is direct access to licensed providers who understand what airlines need and how to prepare the correct travel letters for PSD use.

Why It Matters

Imagine showing up at Burlington International Airport with your service dog, only to be turned away because your paperwork didn’t check out. Or worse, having to leave your PSD behind. For people relying on their PSDs to manage panic attacks or depressive episodes, that’s more than an inconvenience—it’s a disruption of daily life and mental health care.

With PetCerts, you don’t have to risk that.

A Vermont-Friendly Solution

Whether you live in Montpelier, Brattleboro, or anywhere in the Green Mountain State, you can access PetCerts online—no trips to an office, no confusing phone calls. Just a streamlined, secure process tailored to give you the PSD housing and travel documentation you need.