Pet Shipping Guides
Everything you need to know about relocating your pet, from costs and airline rules to paperwork and finding a shipper you can trust. Written by people who actually care about getting your pet there safely.
How Much Does It Actually Cost to Ship a Pet?
Pet shipping costs range from $200 for a short ground trip to over $6,000 for international air cargo. The final price depends on your pet's size, the distance, the season you travel, and whether you need door-to-door service or can handle drop-off yourself. This guide breaks down every cost so there are no surprises.
10 min read
The Military PCS Pet Relocation Guide
Military families can now get reimbursed up to $550 for CONUS pet moves and up to $2,000 (or $4,000 from high-rabies countries) for OCONUS moves. This guide walks you through Patriot Express booking, base breed restrictions, the paperwork timeline, and financial assistance programs like Dogs on Deployment.
12 min read
Airline Pet Policies Compared (2026)
Every major US airline lets you bring small pets in the cabin, but fees range from $100 to $200 and rules differ wildly. Some airlines offer cargo, others have dropped it entirely. This guide compares Delta, United, American, Southwest, Alaska, and JetBlue so you can pick the best option for your pet and your route.
9 min read
The International Pet Shipping Documents Checklist
Shipping a pet internationally requires a specific set of documents, and getting even one wrong can delay your pet's entry or land them in quarantine. This checklist covers the microchip, rabies vaccination, titer test, USDA health certificate, APHIS endorsement, and import permits, with a month-by-month timeline so nothing slips through the cracks.
11 min read
How to Choose a Pet Shipper (and Avoid Getting Scammed)
Pet shipping scams are more common than you'd think, and a bad choice doesn't just cost you money, it puts your pet at risk. This guide covers the red flags that should make you walk away, the questions every pet owner should ask before booking, what IPATA certification actually means, and how to compare quotes without getting tricked by hidden fees.
10 min read