International Pet Transport

Are you immigrating and need to transport your pet? Are you going on holiday and want your pet to travel with you? Do you need your pet shipped internationally but don’t know where to start? You don’t need to stress about your Pet Travel arrangements as a Pet Shippers partner can handle it all:

• Required documents
• Vet visits and Certificates 
• Custom Clearances
• And Quarantine arrangements if required

We have only selected the best Pet Transport companies as partners. Selecting a Pet Shippers partner is knowing your pet is in good hands and that your pet’s travels will go as smoothly as possible.

International Pet Travel Arrangements 

International Pet travel arrangements can be quite complicated and you don’t want your pet to be stuck somewhere if customs does not want to clear him or her for entry. Our partners take the guesswork out of International Pet travel by arranging:

• Vet inspections and health certificates – Pre-travel vet visits and health certificates can be arranged.
• Quarantine arrangements if applicable – Some countries might require your animal to be quarantined before departure and or arrival.
• Customs clearances – Don’t worry about customs our partners will arrange all the required documents.  
• Flight arrangements – Flight arrangements can be made including transfers and rebookings due to flight cancellations.
• Boarding Arrangements – Kennel, Boarding arrangements before departures, for stop-overs, and on arrivals if required
• Shipping Crates – Arranging of shipping crates and additional equipment required for travel
• Advice – On how to prepare your pet for the trip and travel procedures 
• Pick and delivery – At-home pickup and delivery
• And more – And many more additional services available on request

With our vetted partners offering a complete service it does not have to be a headache to travel with your pet. 

How to prepare your pet for International Shipping

One of the biggest mistakes people make is not preparing their pets for international travel. Preparing your pet for international travel can make their travel experience a lot less stressful. We recommend doing the following before your pet travels:

• Check that your type of pet is fit for travel – Some pets travel better than others for instance Snub-nose dog breeds don’t travel well by air. Ask the professionals about your pet.
• Familiarize your pet with its enclosure – Whenever possible we recommend introducing your pet to its travel enclosure a few weeks prior to the traveling date. Place a soft familiar blanket on the floor of the enclosure and make them as comfortable in the enclosure as possible
• Make sure your pet is comfortable being handled in its enclosure – Once your pet is familiar with its enclosure start moving them whilst they are in it to get them used to being moved when they are inside the enclosure.
• Expose them to airport sounds – Because some pets like dogs are very sensitive to sounds play some recordings of sounds that your pet might be exposed to when traveling.
• Vet visits and vaccinations – Take your pet to the vet for a health certificate and a general checkup before traveling and get all their vaccinations done with sufficient time left. IE the rabies vaccine needs to be done at least 30 days prior to traveling.
• Microchipping – If possible get your pet microchipped before travelling. Some countries require some pets to be microchipped.
• Ask your pet transport agent – Ask your pet travel provider for any additional prep work for your specific animal.

If you have any additional questions ask one of our partners for a Pet Travel consultation. Complete our online form for an obligation-free quote.

Why use a Pet Shippers partner for your pet’s international travel needs?

All our area agents and partners fit the following criteria: 

• Vetted to the highest standards
• Are IPATA registered 
• Can often make special arrangements for special breeds and exotic pets 
• Your pet’s location can be tracked from start to finish 
• Advice will be given on how to prepare your animal for its transit
• You will receive a complete itinerary with detailed travel instructions with the travel times, required documents, custom requirements, and boarding, stop-over and collection instructions
• Transparent contracts with no hidden fees.
• Can advise or arrange for appropriate travel carrier and equipment 
• Complete or partial service options including vet visits, document and certificate arrangements, kennel arrangement, custom clearances, and anything else your pet might need on its travels
• And most importantly, your pet will be treated with love and care, including special requirements and feeding instructions. 

How much does an international pet Relocation Cost? 

Shipping a pet internationally can cost anything from $1800 to R5000 on average depending on the destination, what pet it is, necessary paperwork, and if quarantine is necessary. 

Complete our online form for a personal estimate and a leading vetted partner in your area will contact you shortly.