What is a flight buddy?
The Importance of Flight Buddies for UAE Rescue Animals
If you’re not familiar with the term, flight buddies are individuals who help facilitate the travel of cats and dogs adopted through rescue organisations in Dubai to their new families abroad. This compassionate act requires minimal effort and is completely cost-free for the flight buddy!
What Does Being a Flight Buddy Involve?
Becoming a flight buddy is a straightforward process crucial in ensuring these rescued animals reach their forever homes. Here’s how it works:
Flight Details: If you plan to travel internationally from Dubai, you can volunteer to be a flight buddy by providing your flight details to the rescuer at least a week before departure.
Registration: Once your details are received, the rescue will register the cat or dog to fly on your flight. They handle all the necessary paperwork, so you don’t have to worry about anything.
Meet-Up at the Airport: On the day of your flight, the rescue or transport team will meet you at your designated check-in counter. They will handle the animal’s travel arrangements and ensure everything is in order.
Collecting the Animal: You’ll collect the animal upon arrival at your destination. It’s a straightforward process, and once you have the furry friend, the new family or pet transport will meet you at arrivals to take the animal to their new home.
Why Are Flight Buddies Needed?
Flight buddies are especially needed for flights from Dubai to Europe, where many rescued animals are headed to join their new families. By volunteering as a flight buddy, you not only help an animal on their journey but also play a vital role in connecting them with a loving home.
How You Can Assist
If you’re travelling in the near future and are willing to serve as a flight buddy, please take a moment to browse our listings for any rescuers who could use your help. Your small gesture can significantly impact the life of a rescue animal and their new family.
Together, we can help these deserving animals secure their forever homes. Thank you for contemplating the role of a flight buddy—your support truly matters!
