# IATA Live Animals Cargo Procedures

*Last updated: 2026-06-24*

> When live animals enter the air freight chain, the IATA Live Animals Cargo Procedures apply immediately, drawing their authority from the annually revised IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR) handbook.

When live animals enter the air freight chain, the IATA Live Animals Cargo Procedures apply immediately, drawing their authority from the annually revised IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR) handbook. Species-specific rules govern container dimensions, ventilation standards, feeding intervals, and maximum journey times without food or water. The requirements differ markedly by species: kennels for dogs must meet different minimum sizes and airflow norms than crates for poultry or reptiles. Documentation travels with the shipment at every stage — acceptance, transit connections, and final delivery — and ground handlers at intermediate stations are equally bound by the rules on storage conditions and observation intervals. Delays trigger additional mandatory procedures, making compliance a continuous responsibility across the entire handling chain.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/live-animals/](https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/live-animals/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | IATA Live Animals Cargo Procedures |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 118 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-24 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/live-animals/ |

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