Live Animals: Containers

Only containers constructed according to the specifications listed in the current issue of IATA's Live Animals Regulations will be accepted for carriage.

Although a container's form may vary somewhat from the one shown in the corresponding regulation, the construction must conform to the following technical specifications:

1. A size that allows the animal to stand naturally, turn inside the container (when relevant), and lie down.
2. Ventilation area according to IATA's specifications.
3. Enough strength to protect and hold back animals at all times.
4. Watertightness.
5. Surface area versus crowding density, depending on species.
6. Divisions.
7. Appropriate watering and feeding equipment.

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Once the container is accepted by LAN CARGO, a Verification List is issued according to IATA's Live Animals Regulations, verifying, among other things, the following:

1. Strength of the container, depending on animal.
2. Construction materials conforming to IATA's Live Animals Regulations guide.
3. The interior dimensions of the container to ensure animal comfort.
4. Watertightness.
5. Hygiene and disinfection.
6. Necessary feeding and watering equipment.
7. Ventilation area according to IATA's Live Animals Regulations guide.
8. Crowding density.
9. Segregation.
10. Separation bars to protect ventilation openings.
11. Perching bars, when necessary.