Pet News & Resources

There are many things you can know and do to ensure your pet’s move is as stress-free as possible. We’re here to provide the latest pet news and the best resources to help you get ahead of the curve and set up your travel plans today.

5 Of The World’s Most Animal Friendly Airports

This post shows 5 of the world’s most animal friendly airports, from dog parks to zoo animal ready holding spaces. These 5 airports make a big effort to be animal friendly. In Europe: Frankfurt Airport in Germany: Lufthansa Animal Cargo Lounge it is a 4,000 square meter facility with stalls, kennels, a quiet room for cats, aviaries, climate controlled chambers and even backlit areas for fish. Though dogs and cats visit most often, they are

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Dog Travel

Pet Travel In Spring

Pet travel in Spring Spring is a great time for your pet to travel. The weather is usually mild which means that hot and cold weather embargos are not in effect. Most airlines will not allow your pet to travel in their cargo hold if the temperature at the departure, layover or destination airports is forecasted to be above 84˚F or under 45˚F so spring is a good time of year to fly with your

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Flying With A Service Animal

Traveling with a service animal differs significantly from traveling with a pet, although there are shared rules and regulations. Let’s delve into the specifics of flying with a service animal. Service animals, typically dogs or occasionally miniature horses, play a vital role in assisting their handlers. These animals undergo extensive training to perform a range of tasks, directly related to the individual’s disability. Tasks may include wheelchair assistance, guiding the blind, alerting during a seizure,

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Dog Shipping

Flying A Bulldog

Ensuring the well-being of your bulldog during air travel is crucial. Bulldogs, being a brachycephalic breed, face challenges due to their compressed noses and narrowed windpipes. Flying a bulldog can pose health concerns, especially considering their susceptibility to temperature changes and air quality variations. However, with proper planning and guidance from a pet shipping expert, you can mitigate potential risks. Many airlines have strict regulations for dog travel, especially for bulldogs. Some even refuse to

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Dog Travel

Pet Travel During Holidays

We normally try to avoid pet travel during Holidays as this is a very busy time of year for the airlines. But if you absolutely must ship your pet during the holidays, these are a few tips from our pet travel experts. Try to extend your holiday a few days to avoid the crowds, sometimes just leaving a day early and coming back a day later can be enough. The number of passengers and baggage

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How To Choose A Pet-Friendly Airline To Ship Your Pet.

There are many airlines around the world and sometimes the sheer number can be intimidating when trying to choose a pet friendly airline to ship your pet. Just like with humans, choosing an airline to ship you pet with, will depend on many factors, from availability to budget, from scheduling to perks. The following are a couple of the guidelines that we as professional pet shippers follow to make sure your pet travels safely and

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Dog Travel

Therapy Dogs At Airports

Dogs at the airport is nothing new. Dogs have had important jobs in airports for a long time, but those dogs are “working” dogs, which means the public isn’t allowed to touch them. So all of us animal lovers were only allowed to watch them from afar while we oohed and ahhhed. But now there’s a new program popping up in many airports designed just for us, they are therapy dogs, known by different names

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Disaster Prep For Pets.

The recent natural disasters in the news always serve as a reminder to all of us pet lovers and owners that when disaster hits there isn’t much time to act. Preparing ahead of time for these events can be a life saver for our pets.   Basic pet disaster kit: should include pet’s food and water for a week. Medications, leashes, carrier, favorite toy and blanket, litter and litter box, a current picture of you

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Dog Shipping

Dog Move To South Africa

A dog move to South Africa can be a breeze with the assistance of a dog shipping expert. Ensure a smooth transition by obtaining all necessary documents and meeting requirements for your furry friend’s relocation. Here’s a concise overview of the essentials for moving a dog to South Africa. Keep in mind that rules may change, so plan well in advance (ideally 6 months before the move) and consider hiring a dog shipping expert for

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Pet transportation

Pet Health Certificate

Ensuring your furry friend’s well-being during travel is a global concern, and a vital component of this is the pet health certificate, also known as the certificate of veterinary inspection. Though primarily associated with air travel, it is advisable for road trips within the US as well. This crucial document attests to your pet’s good health and suitability for travel, with its specific requirements varying depending on your destination. To navigate this intricate process smoothly,

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