First Class Pet Air Transport & International Pet Shipping Services
Every pet relocation is different, and every pet is special. At Starwood Pet Travel, we are the pet transportation service experts.
Take the Stress Out of Moving with Our Pet Air Transport Services
We understand your pet travel concerns because we’re pet parents, too. You can count on us to provide caring, compassionate attention to your beloved pets, just as you do.
We offer pet transport services and comprehensive door-to-door pet travel across the US and from the US to many countries around the world.
With decades of experience under our belts and a trusted network of global partners, we make international pet travel as peaceful as possible by attending closely to every detail of your pet's relocation and providing customized levels of service based on your needs.
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Long-Standing Relationships with Airlines Worldwide
We are intimately familiar with the latest country and airline pet import and export regulations. We have long-standing relationships with airlines worldwide, so we navigate the carrier-and-route selection process more efficiently than you can on your own (and with a lot less frustration).
What’s Included in International Pet Air Transport Services
Select the right package of pet relocation services based on your needs.
Boarding at a local top rated kennel
All airport services
IATA-compliant travel kennel
Completion of health certificates
Export or import documentation
All air cargo expenses
Customs clearance
Delivery to new residence or handover at the airport
Pick up from residence or meet & greet at the airport
USDA endorsement
Pet Travel Knowledge Base
Regular communication & updates
Transparent pricing
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Pet Relocation Embargoes
Depending on your pet's breed and its origin or destination, some airlines place embargoes on pet travel. We are up to date on all the latest restrictions, so we can advise the best timing and flight routing for your pet to travel.
Pet Air Travel Shipping Restrictions
Some airlines and/or countries will not allow pets to travel with you in-cabin or as accompanied baggage or they only accept live animal shipments from professional pet shippers. Check with your intended airline to review any specific pet shipping policies.
Optional Pet Boarding
If necessary, we can board your pet until you are ready for them to travel. We’re happy to collect your pet from home, a relative, your veterinarian, or your favorite boarding facility if you need extra time to relocate.
Our Policy on Flight Cancellations
Flight cancellations are rare, but they can happen. If your pet’s flight is canceled, we will pick them up and arrange for them to travel to you on the next possible flight. We will contact you and/or the consignee (person receiving your pet) before making new travel arrangements.
Starwood’s Policy on Tranquilizers
Our primary concern is always the health and safety of the pets that we transport. Tranquilizers or sedatives can be more harmful than helpful to your pet during air travel, so we will NOT ship any pet who has been sedated or tranquilized.
Tax Tip: Save Your Receipt
One of the perks of transporting your pet is that pet moving expenses are tax-deductible if the relocation is job-related. Please consult your accountant and refer to IRS publication #521.
Pet Air Transport Resources
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Your Guide to International and U.S. Airline Pet Shipping Policies
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