Compare cat travel services by the work they will do for your move. A marketplace for choosing a driver and a relocation company arranging an international itinerary involve different booking decisions. The providers below are starting points for questions, not a ranking of safety or service quality.
Named services and what to ask
| Service | Published service scope | Question for your move |
|---|---|---|
| CitizenShipper | A marketplace connecting owners with independent drivers for domestic ground transport | Which driver, route and care arrangements fit your cat? |
| Starwood Pet Travel | Lists international pet transport and U.S. domestic transport services | Which parts of your itinerary will its team arrange? |
| PetRelocation | Describes international pet relocation planning and destination requirements | What planning and document support is included for your destination? |
| Airpets International | Lists domestic and international relocation, air and ground services | Who handles each leg and any transfers? |
| Air Animal | Lists domestic and international pet moves and health-certificate services | What travel and paperwork services does its quote include? |
Provider descriptions were checked on November 9, 2026. Confirm current availability for your cat, route and dates directly with each provider. Published service descriptions do not establish the care or coverage included in an individual booking.
Send the same brief to each provider
Include the departure and destination, possible dates, your cat’s details and whether you can accompany the journey. Explain any relevant care needs and ask whether the provider can accommodate them before requesting a final quote.
Ask who provides the carrier, handles pickup and delivery, and coordinates any veterinary paperwork. For a shared trip, ask how the route and timing are arranged.
Compare written terms
- Which services and charges are included?
- Who will physically handle your cat at each stage?
- How are updates and delays communicated?
- What are the cancellation and rebooking terms?
- If protection or insurance is advertised, what are the actual terms, limits, exclusions and claims process?
Do not treat a booking guarantee or protection plan as proof of comprehensive insurance. Read the terms that apply to the specific booking.
Move from comparison to planning
For individual driver assessment, use the ground transporter questions. For coordination of the move, use the cross-country relocation guide.
CitizenShipper connects owners with independent drivers offering cat transportation. Agree on the person, equipment and care plan before booking.
Patrick MacFarland has been a teacher, a candidate for public office, and a local tour guide. But now he dedicates his time writing full-time, currently at CitizenShipper and VeraContent.
