{"id":7810,"date":"2022-12-28T13:20:50","date_gmt":"2022-12-28T19:20:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citizenshipper.com\/blog\/?p=7810"},"modified":"2026-03-02T01:09:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:09:18","slug":"pet-transportation-services-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citizenshipper.com\/blog\/pet-transportation-services-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Should I Expect Pet Transportation Services to Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

There are many reasons why you may need a pet transportation service<\/a>. Maybe you have to move across the country because you got the job of your dreams. Or perhaps you were tired of the cold winters in Maine and decided to move to sunny San Diego. Maybe you just want to take an extended vacation in Florida. Whatever the reason, you\u2019re looking into pet transportation services cost and may have some questions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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After doing some research, you now have 16 open tabs on your web browser! It\u2019s becoming a stressful endeavor to know which type of pet transportation is the most affordable.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Things shouldn\u2019t be that hard and you shouldn\u2019t want to pull your hair out trying to figure out how much pet transportation services cost. We\u2019ll outline the types of pet transportation services, what to look for in terms of quality service, and how much you can expect pet transportation services to cost.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Types of Pet Transportation Services<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Many types of pet transportation services<\/a> are available \u2014 from air travel to ground transport. There are various types that only take dogs<\/a> and cats<\/a>, but others can take other animals, including exotic pets.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Traditional Ground Transport<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A traditional transport service is a very popular option. There are hundreds of companies that provide pet travel services. The factors that determine the costs are wide; sometimes, they have specific requirements. If you have particular breeds of cats and dogs, or you have a pet boa constrictor, they may not allow them or the cost of shipping them may increase.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When doing your research, look for warning signs of scammers. There are many online posing like real companies enticing you with cheap prices. If they use untraceable phone numbers or personal email accounts, require you to give out personal information before paying, or want you to pay with Western Union or MoneyGram, then beware.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

According to The Environmental Magazine<\/a>, costs can run from hundreds to thousands of dollars, depending on different factors.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Air Travel<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Air travel is the fastest way to transport a pet. However it is usually the type with the most requirements. Many transport companies also offer air travel services, complete with air nannies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When it comes to flights, airlines usually don\u2019t take exotic pets. Cats and dogs are the only ones allowed. Smaller pets have an advantage because of their size. They can ride in the cabin since they fit under the seat. The good news? Air transport companies will take care of all the logistics so you don\u2019t have to worry.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Before calculating the total cost, you should buy a carrier. For ones in the cabin, they run about $25 to $75. The total one-way amount for pets in the cabin with airlines like United<\/a>, Delta<\/a> and American<\/a> sits at $125. Larger pets must go in the cargo hold, which cost about $100-$200, and the cost of transporting your pet in the cargo hold<\/a> can range from $500-$1,000. The exact charges will be determined at the time of booking.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Air transport companies will add pet handling and other fees to the total cost of their services.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Air Nannies<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

An air nanny<\/a> is someone you hire to take care of your dog or cat on a flight. They can either be in the cabin with the nanny or in the cargo hold. It\u2019s the latest fad and becoming quite popular. The air nanny job exploded in popularity recently because of a viral TikTok video<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You will have to buy a roundtrip ticket for the nanny and the pet fees. Sometimes you’ll get lucky that the air nannies have connections where they could waive the pet fees for you, decreasing the total transport cost.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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What to Look For in a Pet Transportation Service<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The best pet transportation service and one that follows the Department of Agriculture’s regulations is one that is registered with the USDA. It means they follow the law and will treat your pet like one of their own.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

By visiting the International Pet and Animal Transportation Association, also called IPATA<\/a>, you can see various posts about trusted pet transporters (and warn you about fake shipping companies<\/a>), read articles about pet travel, animal transport services and answers to frequently asked questions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When you\u2019re researching pet transportation services, they must have\u00a0 qualities that you can look back at and say unequivocally that it was a good choice.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Good qualities include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n