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b'On January 22, 2020, the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) released its latest \\u201cNotice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) \\u2018Traveling by Air with Service Animals.\\u2019\\u201d This proposal could significantly change the definitions - and mandatory allowances - of service animals and how they are allowed to travel by air in the US. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT dissect the new proposals, how to navigate the often-confusing definitions and terminology used, potential impacts (and unintended consequences) of this update. If you haven\\u2019t read the NPRM, you can check it out below. Our hosts also advise concerned veterinary professionals to comment during the 60-day comment period (link in show notes). This is a potentially big change that could directly impact veterinary professionals.\\n\\nViewfinders, after listening to these proposals and our \\u201chot takes,\\u201d what do you think? How do feel about the proposed USDOT veterinary forms? \\u201cGood health, good behavior, ability to relieve themselves\\u201d (or not)? What about the new size limitations? What about species restrictions? Will it help - or harm - air travel with service animals? We want to hear from you! \\n\\nLink to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) \\u201cTraveling by Air with Service Animals\\u201d: https://www.transportation.gov/sites/dot.gov/files/docs/resources/individuals/aviation-consumer-protection/359646/traveling-air-service-animals-nprm.pdf\\n\\nDirect Link to USDOT Comment Form: https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=DOT-OST-2018-0068-4724'