Questions about Cat and Dog Transportation
Preparation is the key for traveling with a pet. A spur of the moment decision to bring your pet with you is not wise, especially if you are traveling internationally or your pet has not previously in an aircraft or car.
How much does pet transportation cost?
The cost to transport your pet will depend on their route whether the relocation is domestic or international. Our prices for ground and international pet shipping are very reasonable, and we work hard to ensure a safe and comfortable trip for your pet. We offer discounts to the military. We also encourage our clients to participate in the process, thus saving additional costs.
Is door-to-door pet transportation available?
Yes, we offer door-to-door ground pet transportation within the lower 48 United States. We can also arrange delivery internationally in many locations.
How do I prepare my pet for travel?
Choose the right equipment for your pet. Use only IATA-compliant pet crates that are sized properly for your pet. If your pet is traveling internationally, it will need specific health and vaccination certificates. A vet visit for a health checkup and an ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchip is essential. Other requirements may apply.
Should my pet travel by air or by ground?
Ground relocations are the least stressful for your pet and necessary for snub-nosed breeds relocating domestically. Temperatures are not a hinderance to ground pet transportation as vehicles are all heated and air conditioned. Air pet tranportation is necessary if your pet is traveling over a body of water as there are very few options for pet friendly commercial vessels.
My pet has a layover when flying? What documentation do I need?
If you are flying in and out of the layover airport on the same airline, and your pet will not be leaving the secure area of the airport, then no documentation should be needed. There are airports that will require a transit permit.
Is it safe for pets to fly in the cargo hold of an airplane?
The cargo department is temperature controlled and pressurized just like the cabin of the aircraft. The lights are dimmed and pets generally fall asleep to the drone of the engines. The stressful part of air pet transportation is the handling of the pet before and after flight. Warehouses can be scary places for pets.
Is it safe to sedate my pet when flying?
Pets should not be sedated prior to traveling in the cargo hold unless under the direction of your veterinarian. If your pet is nervous or hyper, we would suggest an all natural pet calmer. Try it at home first to see how your pet reacts to it.
What are the requirements to relocate my pet to another country?
Many countries require that your pet have tests well in advance of entering the country. We can discuss this with you at the beginning of the process to ensure that all requirements are met.
Ny dog is a snub-nosed breed. Is it safe for my dog to fly?
Snub-nosed or brachycephalic dogs have difficulty breathing, and should always be transported by ground, if possible. Very few airlines will fly these breeds when temperatures are high due to the heightened risk.
Can I fly with my dog as a Service Dog?
In the United States, the definition of a Service Dog is one that is trained to assist a disabled person, whether the disability if physical (hearing/mobility), medical (seizure alert) or mental (PTSD, etc). DOT forms must be compleated to substiantiate the training."
What about shipping other types of animals?
All types of animals are shipped by ground and internationally every day. Depending on your pet, there may be special shipping requirements. Contact us, and we can try to get you more information or check out pet import requirements for over 200 countries.
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