Ground Transport Testimonials

Watch the Highlights from our 2024 Ground Transports!

The boys are settling in well! Varian of course acts like he's been here his whole life. Anduin occasionally decides he's had enough of a new place and sleeps under the covers, but for the most part he's his normal self. He's not skittish or spooked at all. All in all I would call the journey a success!

Thank you so much for all you and Monte did to get the boys safely from San Diego to Seattle. Just like their previous two cross-country trips, the whole process was smooth and professional -- and it makes such a difference knowing that the boys are with someone who really cares for them. If I relocate again, Happy Tails will be one of my first calls!

Thank you again! ♥️

Cheers,
Marie P., Anduin, & Varian
San Diego, CA - Issaquah, WA

I could not be happier with my experience with Happy Tails Travel! I was nervous about moving my Golden Retriever but Kim and McKenna made the trip so much easier. Kim was very responsive and attentive, making sure to answer all my questions and give me an exact play-by-play of what to expect. It made the stress a lot easier to manage. McKenna drove my Benjamin from CA to NV, originally meant to be around an 8 hour drive but ran into some weather trouble due to snow and closed roads. She kept me updated every step of the way with pictures and was ready to stay the night somewhere with Benjamin to be safe. She was able to bring him home to me the same day which turned into a 12 hour trip! She was an absolute rockstar and I could not be more grateful. Absolutely recommend for anyone looking to move their pets. 

Leslie G. & Benjamin
Pacoima, CA - Reno, NV

Marko was wonderful.  Snickers loved him and the riding experience.  She loves car travel, especially when she likes the person.  We appreciate the love and care that was given to Snickers and would highly recommend your service to people who love and care about their precious pets.  We have used your service before and will continue to use your service.

With Gratitude,

Craig, Diane W., & Snicker Doodles 
McLean, VA - Windermere, FL

Everyone is settling in well, and we are very happy our kitties are home. Both of them were obviously well taken care of, and we couldn’t be more grateful to Keely and John for bringing them home safe! We loved all the updates they sent, and my daughter loved all the pics and videos. It was awesome to know exactly where they were at all times, and we followed their progress on a map.

Thank you,

Noribelle & Philip P., Simba & Nori
Elk Grove, CA - Davenport, FL

Thank you for all of your help in bringing Missy home. Her driver, Matt was wonderful.
Thank you for everything.

Amy D. & Missy
McConnelsville, OH - North Smithfield, RI

Alpine is in the window. Aurora and Willow are cuddling.They were so happy and relaxed after being transported by your service.  It gave us peace of mind. They are adapting to their new home without any stress.

Thank you to you and the team.

Mike & Ann C., Willow, Alpine, & Aurora
Katy, TX - Coudersport, PA

We contacted Happy Tails Travel to help us move our cat, Roxie, from Virginia to Texas. Our Roxie is a high maintenance girl - we can’t even take her to the vet because she transforms into something unrecognizable that we refer to as “devil kitty.”

We didn’t want to fly her because of this, and even though it would take longer, we felt that door-to-door ground transport was the safest option.

Thanks so much to Happy Tails!!! Our driver, Mia, is “the cat whisperer” and knew just how to handle our fussy fur baby. Roxie traveled very well with Mia, and arrived in Texas perfectly fine and unaffected from it all. She’s a happy girl in her new home!

Mia provided us constant updates, and really cared about Roxie’s welfare…and ours!! She provided us great advice for trying to travel across the country with a hurricane on the way. Mia also gave us tips for how to acclimate Roxie in her new home.

The entire experience was worth every penny. Thanks, Happy Tails!!!

Best,

Cathey, James, and Linda…and Roxie!
Arlington, VA - Abilene, TX

I was a complete wreck over moving my 2 “country” dogs from their big property in Napa, CA to an apartment in New York City. How they would get there was my biggest worry. My hound mix, Eloise is very leash-reactive with a lot of anxiety and her mini goldendoodle brother, Kevin, has terrible separation anxiety. After speaking with our vet, we decided Eloise couldn’t handle the chaos and noise of air travel, so I started looking for ground transportation. Every company I checked had multiple animals in crates all traveling together... until I found Happy Tails Travel. My dogs could drive across the country with a kind and professional driver who loves dogs! 

I couldn’t have been happier with Lizzie’s understanding and compassion in finding a driver familiar with anxiety, not to mention her kindness to this dog mama’s anxiety! Our driver, Robert was amazing. He sent videos and pictures and texts multiple times a day. He answered my questions about their medication and if they were eating and I knew they were in good hands the entire drive. They arrived in New York happy and healthy and are now settling into their new city life. 

From the very beginning, Lizzie was professional, with clear communication and instructions on everything. She did an excellent job and made the entire process seamless and as stress-free as possible. I truly cannot thank Happy Tails enough and would happily recommend their service to everyone I know!

Rachel O., Eloise & Kevin
Napa, CA - New York, NY

Safe and sound!  Harrison had a great road trip across the country and we’re now enjoying summer in the great Pacific Northwest together.  He hit it off right away with Happy Tails Travel driver David (and Wendy), who provided excellent communication starting even before pick-up, and sent updates at regular intervals along the way.  We’re so happy to have found your company, and beyond satisfied with the service provided from the get-go, starting with our initial email conversations with Lizzie, who provided all the details to help us comfortable with the staff, support, and understanding the logistics.  David gave us confidence that our senior dog was in good hands with attentive care and safe driving. They made excellent time and we were reunited with Harrison even sooner than anticipated.  Our pup arrived in great spirits after almost 2,000 miles on the road, and ready to start his summer adventure!

Harrison & Family
Dallas, TX - Bend, OR

After a long travel from Germany to Utah, Odin and Vé are happy and were well taken care of. Kim and David were both quick to respond and very helpful anytime I had a question. I was very nervous for them to be picked up from the airport by what would be a stranger to them, but with David’s updates and pictures I knew where they were at all times and felt that they were in good hands.

Thank you Happy Tails Travel and David for getting my dogs to us safely and in a timely manner! 

Mckenna A., Vé & Odin
Denver, CO - Layton, UT

Everyone is doing great.  Matt did a great job!

Thank you again for a smooth move for Addy and Mr. E.  It looked like a better trip to Maryland than I had.

Rich K., Addy & Mr. E
Wellington, CO - Germantown, MD

Thank you again for a wonderful experience both in transporting our dog to CA and then in returning him to New England. Your drivers were excellent in each case, your responsiveness to our needs and timing was exceptional, and your care for our dog made us very comfortable. Indeed, our sole concern was whether we would beat our drivers to the delivery points, given the vagaries of air travel these days. I view this concern as high praise, as should you!

CC & Chauncey
Santa Barbara, CA - Williamstown, MA

A special shout out to Happy Tails for safely transporting my 4 fur babies from KC to Phoenix! I thought the most stressful part of my move would be my pets. Not at all! Shelbie was absolutely amazing and I felt relief the minute I talked to John and Keely who transported and cared for my pets for a week. They were so fun and positive and sent me daily texts, photos and videos of my cats. I knew I made the right decision going with Happy Tails! They were extremely flexible and chill making this the easiest part of my move by far!

I would highly recommend using Happy Tails!

Mendi M., Maddie, Maxton, Monte & Mika
Overland Park, KS - Gilbert, AZ

My family wanted to move from California to Tennessee but we had some issues finding flights for our dogs because of the breed of one and the anxiety of the other, so I started looking into pet transport. At first I didn't even know if I would find anything, especially legit. After looking into three companies, Happy Tails Travel stood out.  I was right away greeted by Elizabeth and was given so much information to help me figure out if this would be a good option for my two dogs.

After going back and forth in email for a couple months getting ready to move, we finally decided Happy Tails was the company we wanted to use. I told them about how my dog Riley is very anxious and slow to warm up to new people and how Io, the bigger one, was dog reactive and needs her space; they said no problem!

They have drivers who cater to every need, have group texts so we can see where they are and the driver sends pictures and videos all the time.

I'll tell you, I never thought my dogs would look so happy with somebody they hardly knew! We got matched with driver Robert from California and he was so nice! He made the dogs a nice spot in his SUV and he came in to meet them before they left on their road trip. Robert was very kind and kept both dogs under control while letting them have a fabulous time seeing different states along the way.

It took them literally only 3 days to get from California to our new house in Tennessee. When the dogs finally got to our new house they were happy, health and they were so excited to see us!

I can't speak to other companies, but I know if you aren't sure about this one you don't need to worry; they are fantastic!!! I would use them again in a heartbeat. In fact, I've let my realtor know about them so if any of her other customers need animal transport she will know exactly who to call!

Thank you so much Happy Tails! My dogs love our new home and without you it would have been so much more stressful trying to get them here.

Aspen M., Riley & Io
Modesto, CA - McMinnville, TN

My most timid scaredy cat, Maisie, was my biggest worry when I asked Happy Tails to help with the 2,000 mile transport of my 3 cats. John and Keely took such loving care of all of them, with special attention to shy Maisie’s needs. Within an hour of Maisie’s delivery to me, she was more relaxed than I have seen - maybe ever.

Thank you, John, Keely and Happy Tails!

Mary V., Zazzie, Lovie & Maisie
Scottsdale, AZ - Atlanta, GA

I am writing to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for the outstanding services provided by Happy Tails Travel during the transportation of our beloved Sparky to his new home. After spending over two years at an animal shelter, the animal shelter and PUP Laguna Beach went through great lengths to ensure Sparky found the perfect home, and Happy Tails Travel played a crucial role in making this journey a success.

From our initial contact with Happy Tails Travel, Lizzie, our Pet Travel Specialist, demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and dedication. Lizzie's expertise and commitment were evident throughout the entire process, providing us with the confidence that Sparky was in the best possible hands. Her attention to detail, clear communication, and genuine care for animals made the entire experience seamless and stress-free.

Gabe, Sparky's driver, deserves special recognition for his exceptional service and evident love for animals. Gabe went above and beyond to ensure Sparky's comfort and safety during the journey. His regular updates and communication with us, and Sparky's new owners, were not only reassuring but also showcased his genuine concern for the well-being of his furry passenger.

The combination of Lizzie's expertise and Gabe's compassionate approach made Sparky's journey a heartwarming and positive experience. We could not be happier with the services provided by Happy Tails Travel, and we are grateful for the role they played in bringing Sparky to his new home.

Thank you, Happy Tails Travel, for your exceptional service, dedication to animal welfare, and for making Sparky's transition to his forever home a truly joyous occasion.

Sincerely,

Ann Marie M. & Sparky
Laguna Beach, CA - Spokane, WA

Happy Tails got our golden Finn down from Michigan to Florida in record time. Finn is so happy to be back where he can roll in the Bermuda grass and lounge by the pool. Here he is living his best Florida life!

Marcia L. & Finn
Traverse City, MI - Fort Myers, FL

Thank you to Happy Tails Travel and Aaron for getting my dogs Ellie and Scully from Southern CA to Nebraska. He was able to handle the needs of my 3-year-old active staffy husky mix Ellie, as well as my sometimes shy 11-year-old chi jack russell mix Scully. He sent photos all during the trip and kept me informed on their whereabouts. I am confident they had a better travel experience with him than I would have been able to provide during a hectic move. I am very grateful that I found Happy Tails and would recommend them to anyone needing this service. They completely understand your pets are family members and treat them accordingly.

Molly W., Ellie & Scully
Santa Monica, CA - Lincoln, NE

Here are Abby and Russell, after their 12 hour journey, happy, healthy, and no worse-for-wear. Robert was an excellent driver and friend who did everything right. We love Happy Tails!

Molly N., Abby & Russell
Park City, UT - Studio City, CA