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.

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Cat Travel Information & Blogs

Air Pet Travel Safety

When it comes to air pet travel, everyone does their part to ensure your pet’s safety. The US. Department of Transportation says two million animals travel on commercial flights each year. Air Cargo World found that less than 0.01 percent of pets that fly have incidents, making it quite safe. There are even worldwide organizations such as IPATA (International Pet & Animal Transportation Association) that have risen to prominence in the interest of pet safety

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Dog Shipping

Preparing Your Dog For Travel: Using A Pet Resort

Preparing your dog for travel can be straightforward and easy when you have the right tools and essentials. At Airpets International, we rely on our pet resort to provide many necessary services for traveling dogs. From customizing a crate and getting your dog used to it with help from our dog trainer, to allowing strangers to handle them, and even providing access to a USDA accredited veterinarian for microchipping, health certificates and vaccinations. Our pet

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Dog Travel

Spotlight Pet Move: Starlet

Dog’s name: Starlet or Star   When is your dog’s birthday? May   Where did you get her?   We got her from a breeder in Texas.   Where did your pet travel from and to?  Star traveled from Dallas, Texas to Bangkok, Thailand   What was the reason for your move? My husband accepted a resident job in Bangkok.   Describe your dog in five words.  Star is feisty but with a sweet nature.  

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Ground Transportation For Your Dog Across The US

Ground transportation like the one we offer ensures your dog will be safe and comfortable every step of the way. In our van, your dog is in the same cabin as our drivers, keeping them happy and healthy throughout their journey. Ground transportation can be a great alternative to flying for senior dogs. Many veterinarians will advise you against flying a senior pet since the stress and altitude can affect them a bit more than

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Spotlight Pet Move: Frida And Patch Move From Florida To UK

Frida (Dog), and Patch (Cat) are our spotlight pet move. These pets moved from Florida, USA to the UK.   When is your pet’s birthday? Frida (June 2011), and Patch (October 2010)   Where did you get them? Frida: Adopted here in Gainesville from local animal rescue Patch: Also adopted, from animal rescue in New Zealand (where we are originally from)   Where did your pets travel from and to? We moved our dog and

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Featured Pet Move: Lola The Labrador Moves From Arkansas To Germany

Our featured pet move is Lola, she moved from Arkansas to Germany Birthday: December, 2016 We got Lola from a farm family giving Lola and her siblings away in a store parking lot. Lola traveled from Hot Springs, Arkansas to Wiesbaden, Germany. We moved to be with our dad/husband who had been put on military orders. Lola in 5 words: Energetic, smart, funny, strong, mischievous. Lola’s favorite food: Toast soaked in bacon grease 🙂 Cutest

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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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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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Animal Crates Info & Posts

Flying A Pug

Before you plan your pug’s flight, it’s important to know that flying a pug comes with some considerations. Pugs belong to the category of snub-nosed breeds, commonly known as brachycephalic breeds due to their scrunched-up faces. While these facial features make pugs adorable and distinctive, they also pose challenges to their breathing efficiency. Their compressed noses and sinuses result in smaller nostrils and a narrowed windpipe, making it harder for them to breathe and regulate

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We would like to warn our clients about pet scams. If someone has reached out to you claiming to be from Airpets International or claiming to have partnered with Airpets International in regards to selling puppies, it is a scam. Airpets International does NOT sell animals. LEARN MORE