Common Questions

& Quick Answers

Pet Shipping Services for national, overseas and Military
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  • We've been home for a month and everyone is settling in nicely! Attached is a picture of Briny enjoying her new home. Thanks again for all your help!
    Warm regards,

    Clayton Saunders from Rome, Italy to Dulles, VA

  • Blue the Dog - Military Pet transportation services from California, USA to Brandon Suffolk UK Blue the Dog - Overseas Pet travel services from California, USA to Brandon Suffolk UK

    Just wanted to say thank you for all your help getting Blue to the UK. Everything went perfectly from his paperwork to his drop off to the pick-up.

    He was a very happy boy when we picked him up and his customs clearance process was very smooth.

    Erin Sturgell & Blue
    Rosamond CA to Brandon Suffolk UK

  • Obi - dog shipped from Smithfield, VA to Venice, Italy

    After a few days Obi is still doing great! He is eating normal, sleeping as expected, and being his general frisky self. I've attached a picture of Obi and the kids for your enjoyment. We are grateful for your help in getting him here in such good health. He was well taken care of. Thanks!

    Blessings,

    Ike Williams
    Smithfield, VA to Venice, Italy

  • Dogs, Sierra and Jenny shipped from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA

    Thanks to Happy Tails Travel Jenny & Sierra had a safe flight from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA.

    Happy Tails Travel coordinated the entire travel process for my pets. I was up to date on all the arrangements even as they traveled to their final destination. We were very pleased with the services Bridget provided. Thanks Happy Tails!!

    Leslie F.
    Austin, TX to Oakland, CA

  • Here are some photos of our Ellie (female dog) and Hapa (male cat) after their very long trip from Maui to Maine. They are enjoying their Happy Tails cowboy bandanas.

    You did a fantastic job getting them to us in very good condition. They were no worse for the wear and as happy as ever to see us. They settled into our their new home like they had been here all along! We are so grateful for your service!

    Our best to you,

    Michael and Leanne Caires
    Makawao, HI to Portland ME

  • We are eternally grateful for your helping our dogs, Bo and Megan be flown to us without any muss or fuss.

    Thank you! Kelly Brilakis
    Denver, Co to Atlanta Ga.

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    If you are a adopting a pet and they ask for payment by Western Union or Money Gram, STOP! Do not send money. It is a scam! We never ask for this type of payment. Our policy is by a credit card with a signed contract.

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By Air with Care

Advantages of Air Travel for Live Animals

  • Quicker travel (generally less than 24 hours)
  • Can be less expensive, especially if one or two small pets
  • Easy to track
  • Set itinerary
  • Less likely for delays
  • You know the exact departure and arrival times
  • Separate area for pets to travel in
  • Dimly lit, quiet, easy for pets to sleep and relax during the flight

Why Use Happy Tails Travel for Air Travel

  • Experienced, professional, company in business since 1995
  • IPATA member since 1996
  • Domestic and International Services available
  • Quick to respond and provide free estimates
  • We minimize discomfort and stress for both you and your pet
  • Handle all of the logistics for your pet’s move from start to finish
  • Very selective in which airlines we work with
  • Have a full staff of pet relocation specialists within which are employees who specialize in domestic and international relocation; we match you with the best employee for your pet family member’s relocation
  • Track your pet’s flight from start to finish and update you along the way
  • Can arrange pick-up and delivery or assistance getting your pets to their vet appointments
  • We can work one-on-one with your vet to ensure proper documentation preparation
  • Assist you in obtaining a travel carrier of appropriate size, and instructions on how to professionally prepare the pet travel crate to ensure a safe and comfortable flight for your pet
  • By e-mail, you will receive customized pet shipping and airline flight instructions such as information on documentation and country requirements
  • If time allows, you will receive a Pet Travel Packet in the mail with all the required airline flight documents and crate stickers and customized tags
  • We have a transparent one-page contract - No fine print and everything is included
  • If for some reason your pet cannot be accommodated on a flight, we can offer ground transportation as an alternative within the contiguous USA
  • Accredited A+ Member of the BBB
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