Comfort Pet Program
Y-Q-Cuties: Comfort Pets at YQQ
Travel can be exciting — and sometimes a little overwhelming. That’s where Y-Q-Cuties comes in.
Y-Q-Cuties is Comox Valley Airport’s comfort pet program, bringing trained dog-and-handler teams into the terminal to offer calm, friendly companionship to travelers. Whether you’re feeling anxious about flying, saying goodbye, or simply could use a smile, our four-legged ambassadors are here to help make your airport experience a little brighter.
Delivered in partnership with Freedom Paws Canada, the program features dogs and handlers who are specially trained to work in public environments and provide positive, stress-reducing interactions. You may see Y-Q-Cuties teams circulating throughout the terminal, clearly identified and happy to say hello.
Participation is always optional, and visits take place periodically throughout the year. If you see a Y-Q-Cuties team during your time at YQQ, feel free to stop by — a friendly wag or gentle pat might be the perfect way to start your journey.
