How Much does it cost to transport your Pet?
Transporting a Pet can cost anywhere from $800 to $2000+ when transporting the pet Domestically.
Prices for international shipping can range from $1800 – $5000+. These prices will be affected by:
- What type of pet will be transported
- The size of the pet transport
- What additional services do you require?
- Shipping equipment required.
- The origin and destination
- Boarding cost.
- Vaccination cost and Vet Visits
These are just some of the factors that will affect the cost of a Pet Transport Service. For a more accurate estimate please read this document or complete our online form for an obligation-free quote.
Factors that influence the cost of shipping a Pet by Air.
Crate and other equipment needed.
Depending on the size and the vendor, prices can change. The smallest plastic crates typically cost between $50 and $150, while the largest ones cost between $300 and $500. You should budget $750 to $1500 if your pet needs a custom-built box. Certain airlines classify some dog types as violent, necessitating the use of a reinforced container. Depending on the size of your dog, you may expect to pay anywhere between $1000 and $2000 for a reinforced crate. For lengthy journeys and layovers, you’ll also need extra supplies like water and feeding bowls.
Vaccinations
Your pet will at the very least require a current rabies vaccination. Microchips, distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza, leptospirosis (DHPP + L), internal and external parasite treatments, and a rabies titer test are some of the other vaccines, examinations, and therapies that are frequently required. Prices differ widely depending on the facility and location; speak with your Pet Transport Partner to find out what they are and for arranging them with your local Veterinary. Expect to pay between $100 and $400 depending on your type of pet and the destination country’s vaccination requirements.
Health Certificate
Every airline and nearly every nation requires a certificate of health to accompany your pet. Each veterinary clinic sets its own prices for the exam and completion of the paperwork. A USDA-accredited veterinarian must be the issuing veterinarian. Contact Pet Shippers our partners know where to get it done affordably. You should budget between $100 and $500.
USDA Clearance certificate
For your pet to enter most nations, you need a USDA endorsement. This comes in a form of a stamp and signature by the State Veterinarian (USDA). The paperwork must be delivered to USDA offices for approval after an approved Veterinary has completed an examination. The USDA must receive your pet’s health certificate by overnight mail or through the Veterinary Export Health Certification System (VEHCS).
A Pet Shippers partner can handle the whole process for you.
The cost of a USDA clearance certificate ranges from $40 to $200 depending on how many lab tests are necessary.
Pick-up and Delivery Cost
Most often you are not able to take your pet to the airport or not able to collect your pet on arrival. Our partners can handle all the required transport services to and from the airport for you. Prices normally range from $3 – $5 per mile for pick or delivery with a minimum charge of 10 miles.
Customs Clearance when arriving in the destination Country
Some countries require a customs agent upon arrival. Some countries allow you to collect your own pet but this is not always advised as this process can be quite complicated especially if it needs to be done in a foreign language. Our partners can arrange for customs clearance which normally will cost between $500 – $1000 when the country does not require your pet to be quarantined.
Boarding Arrangements
Your flying itinerary might not always coincide with that of your pet. Instead of having a family member or friend watch their pets, the majority of clients choose to board them close to the airport. You should budget between $30 and $50 per night for boarding depending on the type of animal and its size.
Flight cost
The cost of your pet’s flight is highly variable. It can vary from $300 – $5000 depending on the availability of flights, the size of your animal, the weight of your animal, the destination, the local customs handling fee and the airline.
Administrative Fees
You may have observed that there are several procedures involved in making sure your pet travels and reaches its destination safely. To ensure that all documentation and procedures are accurate, a lot of time and effort is expended. The administrative costs are where the majority of pet shipping businesses make their money. Admin fees for arranging your pet’s travels can range from $500 upwards depending on what you want our partners to arrange, the destination, what pet you have and whether it is transported internationally or domestically.
Get an obligation-free quote today. Contact Pet Transport Pros and we will connect you with a leading Pet Transport Expert in your area.
Pet Transport by Air Pricelist
| Service | Domestic | International |
| Administration fee | From $350 | From $700 |
| Custom Clearance | NA | From $850 |
| Ticket purchase cost | $50 – $100 | $75 – R150 |
| Health Certificates | $100 – $200 | $150 – $500 USDA Permit |
| Animal Vaccinations | From $50 | From $150 |
| Flight Cost | $300 – $2000+ | $500 – $5000+ |
| Pick and delivery | $3 – $5 per mile | $3 – $5 per mile |
| Boarding Service | $30 – $50 per night | $30 – $50 per night |
| Crate and equipment | $50 – $150 Small Animals $150 – $300 Medium Animals$300 – $500 Large Animals +$1500 Special requirements | $50 – $150 Small Animals $150 – $300 Medium Animals$300 – $500 Large Animals +$1500 Special requirements |
Factors that influence the cost of shipping a Pet by Ground
Crate and other equipment needed.
Depending on the size and the vendor, prices can vary a lot. The smallest plastic crates typically cost between $50 and $150, while the largest ones cost between $300 and $500. You should budget $750 to $1500 if your pet needs a custom-built box.
Vaccinations
Your pet will at the very least require a current rabies vaccination. Expect to pay between $50 and $100 depending on your type of pet and the prices of local veterinary services.
Health Certificate
Most states will require a Veterinary health certificate for your pet. Each veterinary clinic sets its own prices for the exam and completion of the paperwork. Contact Pet Shippers our partners know where to get it done affordably. You should budget between $100 and $500.
Pick-up and Delivery Cost
When transporting your pet our agents can arrange for pick-up and delivery at your desired location. Prices normally range from $3 – $5 per mile for pick or delivery with a minimum charge of 10 miles.
Boarding Arrangements
Your travel arrangements might not allow you to pick up the pet your self and you might not want the pet to be delivered to a friend or family member. In these circumstances, we can arrange with a local kennel for boarding. You should budget between $30 and $50 per night for boarding depending on the type of animal and its size.
Transport Cost
The cost of transporting a pet in a shared transport can start from $300 per animal depending on distance, the animal’s size and the animal’s requirements. For transporting pets in a private transporter, transports normally cost from $1000 per vehicle depending on the distance, animal size and the animal’s requirements
Administrative Fees
For transporting an animal domestically by ground the administration work and necessary documents are far less than that of transporting a pet by air internationally. Admin fees for arranging your pet’s travels can range from $300 depending on what you want our partners to arrange, the destination and what pet you have.
Find out how much your Pet Transport Service might cost. Contact Pet Transport Pros and we will connect you with a leading Transport Agent in your area.
Pet transport by Ground Pricelist
| Service | Cost |
| Administration Fee | From $350 |
| Shared Transport Fee Medium Distance | From $300 |
| Shared Transport Fee long Distance | From $500 |
| Private Vehicle Transport Fee Less than 500miles | To be consulted |
| Private Vehicle Transport More than 500miles | From $950 |
| Pick and delivery | $3 – $5 per mile |
| Animal Vaccinations | From $50 |
| Health Certificates | $100 – $200 |
| Crate and equipment | $50 – $150 Small Animals $150 – $300 Medium Animals$300 – $500 Large Animals +$1500 Special requirements |
Why selecting a Pet Shippers partner is the smart choice.
Finding a trustworthy pet travel company might be challenging. Pet Shippers has done the gruelling task of vetting your neighbourhood transportation providers and only choosing the best. Choosing one of our partners has a number of benefits:
- Obligation-free quotes itemized quotes
- Easy to understand no small print contracts
- Partial and complete packages available including documentation and vet visits
- Special care for young animals coming from breeders
- Dogs are walked every few hours
- Will give you advice on how to prepare your pet for the trip.
- Private and shared transports with special pet care are available
- Vetted to the highest standards
- Registered partners of The International Pet and Animal Transportation Association or IPATA
- Domestic and International Air Travel services.
- If your Pet can not be accommodated on a flight we offer a ground travel service for domestic destinations
- You can track your pet’s flight from start to finish.
- Advice on how to prepare your pet for the trip.
- Your pet’s flight itinerary will be sent to you with detailed instructions on the documentation required, travel times, customs requirements, travel, collection and boarding arrangements.
- contracts and arrangements are transparent with no hidden fees.
- Can advise and help you obtain the required travel carrier and equipment needed.
- Complete service including vet visits, required documents including certificates, quarantine arrangements, custom clearances, pick-ups and deliveries, boarding arrangements and anything else your pet might need.
- And most important of it all your pet will be treated with love and care including special requirements and feeding instructions.
For the latest prices for having your pet transported contact Pet Shippers today and a partner near you will contact you shortly.
