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Transporting pets overseas is a complex process that requires pre-travel health checks, vaccinations, blood tests, parasite treatments, and more. You should also meet various import rules and regulations, quarantine requirements, and airline protocols. Careful planning is required to ensure the hassle-free transport of pets to and from Australia.

International Pet Transport provides a comprehensive service that includes the flight booking by choosing the most direct route possible, picking up the pet from your home, transport to the airport, check-in to the flight, transit, completion of customs and quarantine procedures, and delivery at your new address.

International air transport regulations demand that travel kennels are used to transport pets. We also provide custom-manufactured kennels that provide ample room for the pets for a stress-free journey.

When travelling to international destinations, especially long-haul flights, we have multiple comfort stops. At these comfort stops, our experienced staff arrange a walk and play to make the pets comfortable throughout the journey. If there is a layover, we will arrange your pet to stay at an animal hotel until their next flight.

With streamlined procedures, like booking the most direct flights possible, and our established network around the globe, we offer highly competitive pet transport services.

However, we can’t provide a unified price for our services as the requirements and destination are different for different customers. The pickup location, pet type, the destination, import regulations, the rules of the export country, availability of direct flights between the locations, customs laws and quarantine requirements, and several other factors determine the pricing.

You can get an obligation-free quote from us by providing us with the details of your requirements. Contact us using our online form and tell us your requirements.

In many countries, passenger cabins and pet cabins are separated, and you can’t take your pet along with you. In Australia, they should be transported in dedicated cabins that are temperature and pressure-controlled for safe pet transport.

We provide end-to-end service and choose dedicated cabins for transporting the pets of our customers. The pets also get priority service – boarded on the flight last and boarded off first after landing.

A DAWR veterinary doctor should examine animals that leave Australian soil before they travel. The health check often includes vaccinations, blood tests, parasite treatments, and pre-export isolation plans. Simultaneously, we complete the international travel paperwork to make the transportation process easier.

Each pet should be accommodated in a custom travel kennel – approved by the airliner – before boarding to the flight. we use travel kennels that have ample room for a comfortable journey for pets.

The import rules for pets are different for various countries, and many countries demand quarantine to deal with biosecurity risks. We manage everything related to the international pet transport, including import permits, customs clearances, quarantine clearances, and more.

Be it transporting domestically or internationally, pet transport by air has some common protocols and procedures. The animal should be sheltered in an airline-approved travel kennel for safe, comfortable transport. International Pet Transport offers custom-made travel kennels that give ample room and total comfort for your pet.

In Australia, pets are not allowed in the passenger cabins and should be accommodated in dedicated pressure and temperature-controlled cabins. Pets get priority check-in and have comfort stops if they are on a long flight. At every comfort stop, our staff arranges a walk and play for the pets to help them relax.

If there is a layover, especially when travelling to an international destination, we place the pets at animal hotels until their next flight.

International Pet Transport aims at transporting pets to different locations with the utmost care. Our team includes pet travel consultants, pet care handlers and vets who are always on their toes to manage your pets. Our team is extremely careful in handling your pets and ensures they reach their destination safely.

Your pets travel in a comfortable travel crate that has arrangements for fitting a water container and an external funnel to refill the container for your pet. Before the flight departs, we ensure to fill the water container for your pet. The container is also refilled at transit points. It isn’t possible to provide food to your pet while travelling as most airlines do not permit food items in the travel container.

The airline your pet is scheduled to travel with has specialised staff to look after your pet. Pets are a priority, and hence they are loaded onto a plane last and offloaded first. In case of long journeys, the airline ground staff looks after their condition and refills water in their bowls at transit points. At no point can a pet be removed from the travel crate until they arrive at their final destination. If a pet appears to be too unwell, only then they are removed from the crate for vet access.

It isn’t recommended to sedate your pet as this can be harmful to them. Sedation can lead to low blood pressure and dehydration, thus risking their health. Instead, pet owners can opt for natural products that help in calming pets.

You can add a blanket to your pet’s travel container to make them feel comfortable. However, in case your pet soils the travel crate, then these things will be removed.

Pets shouldn’t be fed for at least 6-8 hours before boarding the flight to prevent them from soiling the crate. It is important to know that the airline staff does not load a pet onto the flight if the pet has soiled the crate. In such cases, the staff will call International Pet Transport to clean the crate and prepare the pet to board the flight. Please note that soiled crates can lead to late arrivals and missed connections and hence it is advisable to prevent feeding your pet before the flight.

If your pet is comfortable with a toy, you can consider adding it to their crate. However, you need to ensure that the toy you are adding to your pet’s crate isn’t too big or too small. There are chances of your pet swallowing small toys and choking on them. Whereas, too large toys may take away too much space in the crate, leaving limited area for your pet. Please note that airlines do not permit you to add metal items, food, or sharp objects in the travel crate for safety reasons.

To check if the travel crate is the perfect size for your pet, you need to make them stand up, turn around and lie down. If they can do all of this comfortably, then the travel container is perfect for them. Do not opt for a travel container that has extra space as this can be harmful to your pet in case of turbulence.

It is not recommended to attach any original copies of your pet’s vaccination records to their travel crate. Doing so increases the chances of you losing the important documents.

Yes, you can attach collars and leash to your pet’s travel crate. Please note, you aren’t allowed to put these things inside the crate for the safety of your pet.

Feeding pets within 8 hours of their flights isn’t recommended as this may lead to travel sickness. However, we will ensure your pet have supply to sufficient water throughout their flight.

Pets need to be available at the airport 3 hours before the departure for convenient check in

Yes. International Pet Transport’s consultant will inform you when your pet is ready to fly and about to land. You will be updated on your pet’s travel on every step till they reach you.

Once we have completed all the formalities relating to checking in your pet for their flight, an airline staff will undertake the responsibility of loading your pet onto the flight.

Your pet will be loaded into the pet cabin that is dimly lit and air pressured. Also, the cabin is climate control to keep your pet comfortable. Your pet’s travel create will be fastened for safety and security.

As your pet travels in the pet cabin, the flight officials offload them first and check on them. Whenever there are pets travelling on a plane, the captain is informed about it.

Usually, pets are ready for collection post 1 to 2 hours after the flight lands. However, the time may differ due to airport formalities.

Dog Transport

International Pet Transport offers hassle-free, comprehensive dog transport services across Australia. With a presence in all major cities, we ensure a stress-free and quick movement of your pets.

Our comprehensive service includes flight booking, doorstep pickup, boarding, transit, different comfort stops, customs and quarantine clearances, and delivery to your new address. To make our services efficient, quick, and highly affordable, we choose the most direct route while booking the flight. With air-conditioned, special animal transport vehicles, the transport of your dog from your doorstep to the first airport and the destination airport to your new location are comfortable and safe.

Does your pet have a longer transit time due to connecting flights? We will offer transit care and minimise the stress of your dog.

Our extensive network and streamlined procedures – including the most direct flight route booking – help us to provide transport services at highly affordable rates. The costs of transporting your dog vary, as it depends on the destination, the date of transport, documentation requirements, and any special care needs.

You can get an obligation-free estimate by providing us with the details of your requirements by using our online form.

International Pet Transport offers transport cages in different sizes and shapes to carry your dog. These travel kennels are specially designed to give ample room for your pet to turn around, lie down, sit up, and stand. All our travel kennels are manufactured as per the IATA standards and are approved by various airline providers.

These crates feature an attached water bowl, and you have the option to add a stay dry fleece mat to the bottom of the crate to provide extra comfort for your pet. At International Pet Transport, we offer a comprehensive service that also includes the supply of dog kennels based on the requirements of your pet. However, any customisation requirements may incur additional charges.

We consider a number of factors while booking the flights to ensure that your dog will be completely comfortable during the flight. We select the most direct flights for the transportation of your pet by considering connection times, flight duration, airline rules on animal transportation, comfort stops, and more.

To make the transportation of your pet hassle-free and comply with animal transport rules, we will select airline-approved travel kennels for your dog. These kennels are custom built and will have enough room for your pet to turn around, sit, stand, and lie down. Your dog will travel in dedicated cabins on the aeroplane that are pressure and temperature controlled.

We have comfort stops at regular intervals if your pet is travelling on a long-haul flight. During these stops, our expert staff will arrange a walk and play for your pet to help them to relax. If there are layovers, your pet will be boarded at an animal hotel until the next flight.

Cat Transport

Whether you want to move your cat internationally or within Australia, we will create a tailored transport plan based on your specific requirements. This includes the pickup of your cat from the doorstep, the supply of the airline and IATA approved travel kennel, accommodation, flight check-in, and delivery to your new location. Whether you want to move your cat internationally or within Australia, we will create a tailored transport plan based on your specific requirements. This includes the pickup of your cat from the doorstep, the supply of the airline and IATA approved travel kennel, accommodation, flight check-in, and delivery to your new location.

We use air-conditioned, specially designed animal transport vehicles to pick the pets up from home to take them to the airport or temporary accommodation centres located in all the major cities of Australia. We will choose the most direct route when booking the flight to move your pet. Before boarding the flight, we will also arrange a pre-flight walk and play with your cat to be comfortable on the flight. If the destination is an international location, we will also complete the necessary veterinary services, including the vaccination and blood tests, as per the import regulations of the destination country. We will also get the customs and quarantine clearances according to the regulations of the destination country.

On long flight trips, we have comfort stops for your pet where our staff will arrange a walk and play for your cat. We will also arrange for them to stay at an animal hotel if there is a layover. This ensures enough rest for your cat before the next flight. We use air-conditioned, specially designed animal transport vehicles to pick the pets up from home to take them to the airport or temporary accommodation centres located in all the major cities of Australia. We will choose the most direct route when booking the flight to move your pet. Before boarding the flight, we will also arrange a pre-flight walk and play with your cat to be comfortable on the flight.

If the destination is an international location, we will also complete the necessary veterinary services, including the vaccination and blood tests, as per the import regulations of the destination country. We will also get the customs and quarantine clearances according to the regulations of the destination country.

On long flight trips, we have comfort stops for your pet where our staff will arrange a walk and play for your cat. We will also arrange for them to stay at an animal hotel if there is a layover. This ensures enough rest for your cat before the next flight.

International Pet Transport has an extensive network across Australia and several years of expertise to provide seamless cat transport services within the country. Our domestic pet transport is a sequence of services that begins with the doorstep pickup of your cat. We will choose an appropriate travel kennel that is approved by the airline for the safe transport of your little dear.

We have a fleet of air-conditioned, specially built animal transport vehicles to take your cat to the airport. At the airport, our experienced pet care staff will complete the check-in procedures for your little darling and get them boarded on the flight. While booking the flight for your cat, we will choose the most direct route possible to minimise the stress your pet may experience while travelling.

After reaching the destination airport, we will take your darling to your new address in an animal transport vehicle.

Regardless of the mode of transport, we have established standard procedures to ensure the safety and comfort of your pet. We supply and use IATA standard kennels that ensure enough room for a comfortable journey for your cat. In Australia, we use dedicated pet cabins on aeroplanes – that are pressure and temperature-regulated – for the hassle-free journey of your cat.

If we observe that your cat is unwell during the travel, we will arrange a veterinarian and provide necessary treatment. For pet transport to international destinations with long haul flights, we have comfortable stops available to have a walk and play for cats. We will also arrange for your cat to stay at an animal hotel if there is a layover.

We are a highly experienced, professional pet transporting firm with a network that covers almost all the major cities around the globe. We help our customers to make use of our network and expertise to access highly affordable international pet transport services. When it comes to transporting a cat internationally, a number of factors, such as the destination, the direct flight availability, customs rules at the destination, the quarantine needs, and more, determine the final price of the service.

We request that you contact us using our online form and provide us with a few details, such as the destination, the date of expected transport, the need for any special services, and more. We will contact you and provide you with an obligation-free quote for transparent service.