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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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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Animal Crates Info & Posts

Tips For Big Dogs Traveling

Embarking on a journey with your big dog requires careful planning and consideration to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for your furry friend. One of the key elements in this preparation is selecting the right crate, tailored to meet your big dog’s specific needs. In the following guide, we’ll delve into essential tips and considerations for traveling with large dogs, covering everything from crate customization and plane size to ground transportation and pet-friendly accommodations.

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Airport Survival Kit For Traveling Pets

Getting together a survival kit for traveling pets is not very hard and it can make your trip (and more importantly your pet’s trip) a lot more comfortable. It only takes a little foresight to greatly improve your pet’s relocation. For a full list of what’s allowed in your carry on please follow this link.   You should carry the equivalent of at least one meal for your pet, just in case your flight is

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Dog Shipping

Move To Germany: Lady Bird and Lyndon

Lady Bird and Lyndon, the dynamic duo of the canine world, embarked on a new adventure last month as their military family made the bold move to Germany, trading the Texan heat for the scenic beauty of the European landscape. This cross-continental journey, prompted by the United States Army, brought about a myriad of changes for the furry companions, and their mom shares some delightful insights into their lives abroad. One of the first things

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Dog Shipping

Is Flying A Dog Safe?

Is Flying a dog safe? Here at Airpets International, we receive many inquiries as to whether flying a dog is safe. Many people are misinformed and lack all the facts about flying a dog. Professional pet shippers, airlines and veterinarians alike have done extensive research about the safety of flying a dog in a commercial airplane. This is why there are so many restrictions in place for flying dogs, including seasonal bans, crate size requirements,

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Dog Shipping

Dog Shipping To Do List

Follow this dog shipping to do list for an easier travel experience:   Hire a pet shipping expert that can walk you through every step of your dog’s move. Buy a crate, we can customize crates to fit your dog’s needs. Make sure it is the right fit by measuring your dog, don’t just guess. Crate train your dog. The more comfortable your dog is in his crate the more comfortable your dog will be

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Dog Travel

What To Expect After Shipping Your Dog

Though most pets adjust really fast to new environments, there are certain behaviors that can be expected after shipping your pet. Behavioral changes like house soiling, signs of hunger at the wrong times, not wanting to be left alone (showing signs of separation anxiety), reacting to new sounds, etc. are all behaviors that can be expected from cats and dogs relocating. The way your pet reacts to their new environment can vary widely, depending on

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Dog Travel

Pet Jet Lag

Dog jet lag and cat jet lag really do exist! Most humans who have traveled across time zones can tell you that jet lag is harsh. Jet lag can make you wake up in the middle of the night, not allow you to fall asleep and can make you tremendously hungry at odd hours. Though our pets seem to have an easier time with jet lag, they will still experience a certain degree of these

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Dog Shipping

Winter Dog Move

Prepare your dog for the winter move with careful consideration of various factors. The winter season brings cooler weather, prompting many people to relocate their dogs despite potential challenges. When planning a winter dog move, it’s essential to be mindful of weather conditions, temperatures, holidays, and health risks. Our pet shipping experts specialize in ensuring the safest travel arrangements for your furry friend. To optimize your dog’s journey during winter, it’s advisable to schedule flights

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Dog Shipping

Dog Move To Hawaii: Chico’s Move

Chico’s family moved to Hawaii for a new job. Planning ahead of time makes all the difference in a dog move to Hawaii. Chico was able to stay with friends while his parents moved ahead of him. Check out The Ultimate Guide To Moving Long Distance With Pets. With the right paperwork and documents he was able to skip lengthy quarantines in Hawaii. Hawaii is rabies-free and therefore has very strict laws about importing dogs

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