Pet Airways
by Michael Schaffer

In my book, I profile a pet chauffeur service that ferries dogs and cats to play dates, veterinary appointments, and doggie day cares all over New York City–and the occasional vacation trip, with human family, to spots further afield. At the time, I thought it was the ultimate in the pet service industry. Too bad I was so intent on making my deadline: This summer will feature the launch of Pet Airways, whose  20-plane feet–ranging from propeller planes to Boeing 727s–will carry only animals and “pet attendants,” the stewards who cater to their airborne needs.

According to the airline’s website, introductory fares start at $149 each way–or about two times the cost of a long pet chauffeur ride. Alas, humans can’t travel with their pets–not even, jokes Michael Agger in the Washington Post, if they agree to travel in the cargo hold.