More than 4,000 Americans applied for British citizenship in the first half of this year — a record, and a 39% rise over last year. And those who are leaving the US are taking their beloved pets with them. That’s supercharged an industry that took off after COVID-19: pet-centric charter travel, where the dogs — and some cats — fly upfront. Jane Little traveled to the UK with her dog, Ronin, and found luxury — and some stress — in the whole process.

This story originally aired on Oct. 15, 2025