According to Froese, Fred’s presence was well-received by cabin crew and fellow travelers alike. The miniature horse flew back to his home in Michigan on Feb. 13.
“Everyone loved him. Pilots, copilots, flight attendants, TSA, airport staff, and all the passengers were kind,” she tells PEOPLE. “Lots of the passengers were so amazed how well he behaved.”having a horse on a plane may be a rare occurrence, the trainer says she wishes “the public would understand that taking a photo or video with your cellphone of a service animal who is classified as medical equipment without the handler’s permission is extremely rude.”
“Many politely asked, but others were just rude. We had people wait 30 minutes for us to come out of the bathroom just to snap a picture,” she shares. “We aren’t a side show and would like to be treated with respect.”to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest storiesannounced plans to restrict the types of service animals permitted on planes, allowing only specially trained dogs to fly alongside their human companions.
Though Fred also works as a therapy horse alongside Froese’s two other miniature horses, Charlie and George, his owner says it’s important for him to be able to fly because he is a“I don’t have a mental illness. I have an invisible autoimmune disease,” Froese tells PEOPLE. “Not all disabilities can be seen and we all deserve the same respect as the blind whose disability can be seen.”
Sucks as hell that humans won't allow anamals on the airplane expecially when it said it's y'all's last time humans are too selfish and mostly care about themselves!
Flying has become impossible. First dogs, then peacocks now horses. When will they draw the line? Glad I was not on that flight.
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THIS IS SO FUCKED UP!
Wtf. When is enough enough? 10 yrs ago, no one needed any type of animal. Get a security blanket for God's sake! Nobody wants to sit on a plane and smell a farm for hours!!!
joskronewitter
I need my emotional support wine
I think I will bring my 🦨
Lil’ Sebastian!
i think she is actually his service human
Idk about that
There’s a point when common sense needs to prevail. There are plenty of small dogs that can be trained to be support. The horse thing, although cute is an eye-roller 🙄
Y’all need to learn the difference between a SERVICE ANIMAL and an emotional support animal. SA’s are PROTECTED under the ADA LAW. ESA’s are not.
Oh my hell. No.
'We had people wait 30 minutes for us to come out of the bathroom just to snap a picture,” she shares. “We aren’t a side show and would like to be treated with respect.” She was in the bathroom for 30 minutes with this pony and she thinks it's weird for people to wait and watch?
A lot of people have allergies!
No problem. She paid for his ticket. I love it actually
Ridiculous
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Sorry but that’s going a little to far
You should really ask people to caption this photo. 'Service,' indeed
delta SouthwestAir UnitedAirlines_ AmericanAir if I get on a plane and I see a horse, pig, donkey, monkey or some mf snakes, I'm suing! That's all. 😤
Nutty AF! 😒
What if it poops on the plane? Who cleans that up?
Anyone who has taken ADA training knows that service horses, monkeys and other animals are common ENOUGH to make the training 😭😭
Horse shit, service animals must be certified not by paying $$
Lot of IGNORANT folks tweeting here that don't know the difference between a Service Animal and an Emotional support animal. This miniature horse IS A SERVICE ANIMAL. No different than a SERVICE DOG.
Let me put this more simple for the complainers. He is covered for allergies and she paid for the seat. I would much rather have this horse than your screaming kids, seats reclining in my face or most of you in general sitting next to me. 🙄
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Sorry, that is nuts. People like her are ruining it for those who really need an animal.
That’s insane. Just another example of pure bullshit!
Yikes! Does she have the row to herself at least 😱
That’s great!!! I’m a horse lover always have been, I use to ride for years. But I’m highly allergic now . I don’t believe animals should be on planes ..I’m allergic to cats and my own dog now too..but he’s here to help kid with anxiety but I still wouldn’t let her travel w him
Chinese do the same with bats : “my emotional pet” ! Don’t cry for COVID19 with your tiny hollow emotions ! inyourface iamCelebrity4U pandemia
This is so wrong she should be flying alone on private plane sad
I’d love to be on that flight
I’ve seen you on dr pol
The planes have become animal barn what a joke
I feel for the airlines.
That’s cruel to the horse!
Ummm this is getting out of control.
Fucking ridiculous!!!!
So a horse is allowed to fly, but... just never mind 🤦🏾♀️. When’s the Big Bang gonna happen so we can restart cause humanity is broken and twisted.
These are the sort of people who make Thanos feel its time to snap his fingers !
I'm sorry, but some of these folks have gone way to far in classifying certain animals as their 'service' animals.
DrPol love💖💕💖
Mental ward.
Lil Sebastian smrtgrls 😂❤️
She paying for two seats?
How
Is that horse wearing a luchador mask? Also, this seems out of control.
Hold on! You spoke of people being rude for taking a pic but yet you brought a farm animal on board a flight!?! If you want respect then you need to give respect by not forcing your issues/needs on others. You should travel by car. respectrunsbothways
Any Animal can be a service animal with a proper training and rules do apply do not touch or pet or talk to the animals while they're working also this woman has severe allergies towards dogs says she's allergic to dogs so she has a mini horse
MewzMe2 Im sorry but enough already! I think smart move would be for airlines to offer special flights for people who DON'T want to ride a plane with animals. Sorry but can i bring my COW!
She must have been on delta!
Good to know I can bring my horsey on an airplane ride with me!
Miniature horses have been used as service animals for a long time. And, given the behavior of some adults on planes this seems like a much better way to share the skies with.
I’m going to bring my boyfriend and say he’s my ‘support pet’! Will that be legal?🤔😁
What in fuck 🤦♀️
This is getting a little ridiculous
Thank you for an accurately covered story on us. TheFive with FoxNews should learn how to report like you.
Neigh!
Ok. My Frenchie is my ESA, and I’m super chill - BUT A GOTDAMN BITTY HORSE!? NO WAY!!!!!
When did ppl become so soft? I understand the need for service animals but how anyone can get one for basically anything...ugh
Stay home next time. This is ridiculous.
There’s just no boundaries
The horse is covered for allergies and she paid for the seat. There you go for all of you dumbasses complaining or those who didn’t read the article. Get over it or freaking drive! 🙄
Americareform I can tell. The horse looks like it's having its self a groundhog for lunch and a coke to wash it down.
He looks like a prisoner. Free the pony.
Boy. Everyone is so uptight.
Fly fly, Lil Sebastian! parksandrecnbc prattprattpratt
Fking ridiculous
Are you freaking kidding me. This shit needs to stop.
WTF... See this is getting out of hand. Making it where TRUE service animals are not being respected or even accepted because of idiots like this!! The human race has gone to shits!!
I'm surprised it's allowed. We can't bring luggage on past a certain size, but we can bring a miniature horse on-board?!🤔🤯
Should read, “Michigan woman needs attention.”
Gunna bring my giraffe on the next flight. We are very bonded too.
Wegmans grocery store allows them
WTF is wrong with people?
these little things do nothing but poop, eat and sleep so I hope this thing was wearing a special diaper
Little much..
Ridiculous
People are literally becoming fcking nuts!!!
Ridiculous
There’s a difference between support animals and emotional attachment!! My mom is my support human can she have free fare!I get anxiety and mental illness is no joke & is very real but someone has 2draw a __ I wouldn’t want 2sit on a✈️ with a 🐴 who has potty problems.We ❤️ pets
And to think I couldn't take my rattlesnake
This is pathetic.
JennaBraze yes but did they make him take his shoes off at security?
Oh please.Ridiculous.
mixtapesalsa
I must bring my Service elephant . 😅
My little pony doesn’t belong on a damn airplane.
Dear lord
Why is the horse wearing a smurf costume? Also...what about other passengers that are allergic to horses?
Can I bring my support orca? 😂
This is a bit much
I love this and would have no problem. Only if I couldn’t come over and sit with you both.
Honestly I would freakin complain to the airline. How dare they allow this. This could’ve caused chaos.
ellen_hardin and margyhards lil’ Sebastian could have been a comfort animal!
Ok, I think this support animal thing has gotten out of control. 🙄
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