IATA Kennel Size Calculator
Calculate the minimum kennel dimensions for safe pet travel based on IATA guidelines
Measurement Guide
- Length: Tip of nose to base of tail
- Height: Ground to elbow joint
- Width: Across shoulders or widest point
- Height: Top of head/ear tip to floor
From tip of nose to base/root of tail
cm
From ground to elbow joint
cm
Across shoulders or widest point (whichever is greater)
cm
From top of head or ear tip to floor (whichever is higher)
cm
Minimum Kennel Dimensions Required
Length
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cm
Width
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cm
Height
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cm
IATA Formula Applied:
- Length = A + ½B (body length + half elbow height)
- Width = C × 2 (body width doubled)
- Height = D + 2" (standing height + bedding allowance)
Important: These are minimum dimensions and include 2 inches (5.1 cm) for bedding height. The kennel should also leave some room at the top above your pet's head. The kennel must allow your pet to stand, sit erect, lie naturally, and turn around normally. Adjust size upward if needed to meet these requirements.