Shipping my dog

1. How much does it cost to ship a dog from?
2. Can you ship a dog UPS?
3. How can I ship my dog to another state?
4. How do you ship a dog by air?
5. Does FedEx Ship dogs?
6. Which airline is the most pet-friendly?
7. How does shipping a dog work?
8. What airlines ship dogs?
9. Can I ship my pet without me?
10. How stressful is flying for dogs?
11. Is it safe for pets to fly in cargo?
12. Can my dog sit on my lap during a flight?

How much does it cost to ship a dog from?

The cost to ship a dog depends on the distance and needs of the dog. The average cost to ship a dog within 300 miles is $120 to $250. For longer distance shipments, the average cost is $270 to $500. Check out our cost-to-ship index, for more specific details on dog shipments completed through the uShip marketplace.

Can you ship a dog UPS?

Shipping Live Animals - Domestic and International

UPS provides service on a limited basis for packages containing some types of live animals. ... Packages containing live animals must provide for the basic humane care and safety of the animal during transportation.

How can I ship my dog to another state?

How Can I Ship My Dog From State to State?

1. Call the airline to make a reservation for your dog well ahead of time, whether he's traveling with you or alone. ...
2. Verify that the shipping kennel meets airline standards. ...
3. Get a health certificate from your vet no more than 10 days before you're going to ship your dog.

How do you ship a dog by air?

How to Ship a Dog Safely

1. Start planning early to learn about country import rules, vaccine requirements and anything else that will affect your pet's plans.
2. Measure your dog, choose an airline-approved travel crate, and start crate-training right away. ...
3. Book your dog's flight on a pet friendly airline.

Does FedEx Ship dogs?

FedEx Express does not accept live-animal shipments as part of its regular-scheduled service and does not transport household pets such as dogs, cats, birds and hamsters. ... The shipper must have its packaging tested and pre-approved by FedEx Packaging Design and Development for the type of animal being shipped.

Which airline is the most pet-friendly?

Most pet-friendly U.S. airlines

• American Airlines: Best for West Coast travel.
• United Airlines: Best for East Coast travel.
• Delta Airlines: Best for small pets.
• Southwest Airlines: Best for cheap pet fees.
• JetBlue: Best for pet amenities.
• Allegiant Air: Best for pet check-in process.

How does shipping a dog work?

Pets are generally received from their guardian by the pet shipping companies on the day before the trip. Then they are taken straightway to the vet to do necessary health checkups and paperwork. Every pet dog transportation agency ascertains the guardians of their pets' safety during the trip.

What airlines ship dogs?

When purchasing a new puppy or traveling long distance with a large dog, it may be necessary to ship your pet as cargo. While not all major airlines provide this service, American, Continental, Delta and United each offer cargo transport services for dogs, as long as airline safety requirements are met.

Can I ship my pet without me?

The short answer is: Yes, and in fact it's not uncommon. But as always, policies vary from carrier to carrier, and either way it's going to require some legwork and cash on the pet owner's part. Most major carriers operate separate cargo services alongside their passenger business.

How stressful is flying for dogs?

Kirsten Theisen, director of pet care issues for the Humane Society of the United States, believes air travel is simply too stressful for most animals, especially when they are placed in an aircraft's cargo hold. “Flying is frightening for animals,” says Theisen.

Is it safe for pets to fly in cargo?

Undeniably, cargo is the more dangerous option for pet travel. The safest way for any animal to fly is in the cabin as carry-on luggage, provided that's an option. But only animals small enough to fit beneath the seat are allowed: A cat, a rabbit, or a Maltese is fine; a full-grown Labrador isn't.

Can my dog sit on my lap during a flight?

Can my cat or dog sit on my lap? No. Pets are required to stay in their carrier throughout your domestic flight, stored under the seat in front of you.