TORONTO — We can all breathe a sigh of sweet relief amid news that WestJet has banned bare feet on board all its flights.

Announced today, April 1, the airline says that all guests are now required to keep shoes, socks, slippers or other forms of foot coverage on at all times, including during takeoff, landing and while moving about the cabin.

“Guests should fly with confidence knowing they won’t encounter anyone else’s bare piggies in flight,” said Steph Ng, Vice-President, Brand and Marketing, WestJet Group. “The barefoot ban applies to all guests at all times, including when feet are at rest, in motion or simply enjoying the ride.”

Those who insist on de-socking or bare-footing will be asked to cover up their piggly wigglies immediately.

“Whether enjoying a snack, settling in for a nap or engaging in surprisingly deep personal reflection, guests are asked to keep their feet fully covered for the duration of the flight,” Ng added.

A new video released by WestJet shows various hooves and stompers kicking back on board flights – spread across seats, resting on headrests, leaning against table trays and planted firmly in the aisles (warning: may induce major ickiness).

It is not clear whether the new policy applies to newborns and emotional support animals.

For more information, go to westjet.com/april-fools.