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How can I transport my pet safely?

By Andrew Mckinney

Keep those heads inside! Dogs and cats should always be kept safely inside the car. Pets who are allowed to stick their heads out the window can be injured by particles of debris or made sick by having cold air forced into their lungs. Never transport a pet in the back of an open pickup truck.

Are pet transport companies safe?

There are plenty of reliable, trustworthy pet transport companies, located in countries all around the world. They are members of the International Pet and Animal Transportation Association, or IPATA. Their members are people who take every pet’s safety and comfort to heart.

Is Uship safe for pets?

Uship is not a good option for shipping pets They provide a valuable service by connecting people who need goods moved with drivers who are on the road. This is not a good idea for pets. The drivers may be well intentioned, but they are not trained on how to handle pets.

How do I travel with my dog safely?

Safe Travel Tips for You and Your Dog

  1. Keep your dog secure.
  2. Keep heads and ears inside the vehicle.
  3. Bring her ID.
  4. Pack a first aid kit.
  5. Don’t leave your dog in the car.
  6. Remember to hydrate.
  7. Bring her vet records.
  8. Stay leashed.

Can a courier deliver a puppy?

Carriers: transporters can provide travel kennels for your pets if you don’t have one yourself. Coordination: if moving the pet a long way, the courier can arrange the logistics of your pet move although this will cost more.

Does Purolator ship pets?

At Purolator you can ship tires and pails at no extra charge, but alas not live animals, birds and insects (besides which, I imagine that like “glass and ceramics,” a dog would not be “compatible with Purolator’s high speed sorting and handling process.”

What is a pet courier?

The professional pet courier accompanies the pet through the whole flight, starting with the check-in process, accompanying the pet to the aircraft, arriving with the pet to final destination and personally handing the pet to the owner or representative on his behalf at the destination point.