Flying with your cat, dog, or other small animal doesn’t have to be stressful if you know what to expect. According to the TSA, you can bring your pets onboard and through security screenings, but there are a few things to remember for the best pet travel safety:

• Keep your pet in your arms, on a leash, or both.
• Do not put your pet in the X-ray machine—just send their crate through empty.
• Walk your pet through the metal detector then proceed to your gate.