18 Pets to Ireland

Moving one pet internationally is no small feat—but moving four dogs and fourteen cats from Dallas to Dublin? That’s a full-scale mission of love, and one that Starwood Pet Travel was honored to carry out.

With a furry family of 18 spread across multiple households, the logistics were complex to say the least. But from the very beginning, Starwood stood out. As the family shared, “We reached out to several companies. Starwood stood out from the very beginning. Ben followed up with us several times and answered a million questions with patience.” Once the decision was made, the wheels were in motion—literally and figuratively.

Sarah, the dedicated travel coordinator for this epic journey, took care of every detail—from booking vet visits and transportation to finding a rare direct flight for the whole crew. On vet day, everything ran like clockwork. Joe and Kristen handled the process with warmth and professionalism, making sure each pet was ready for the road ahead. The next morning, Jodi and Jason arrived with two air-conditioned vans, complete with bedding and meticulously prepared paperwork. Eighteen crates were carefully loaded and transported, with updates and photos provided at every stage.

As the family put it, “Jodi and Jason truly care for animals and advocated for them until they were boarded.” Once the flight landed in Ireland, Irene was waiting on the other side, greeting each cat and dog with kindness and sending immediate photos to their anxiously awaiting humans. Finally, each pet was safely delivered to their new home, where they were lovingly received by the family’s daughters.

This was more than just a move—it was a transatlantic reunion made possible by a village of professionals who care deeply about animals. “Everyone we encountered was absolutely outstanding, caring, and professional. I would trust them with the care of my pets anytime.”

To all 18 beloved travelers—welcome home to Ireland. Your journey was long, but your family made it extraordinary.