Pet Relocation Services

Pet Relocation

Global Relocation Concierge coordinates safe, compliant transport for your pets — by air and ground, domestic and worldwide — so they arrive healthy, comfortable and on schedule with the rest of your household.

A dog ready to travel in a moving box
Part of the Family
IATA-compliant travel crates, full health documentation and door-to-door care — by air and ground, worldwide.
What We Coordinate
Pet Relocation Services
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Air & Ground Transport
Pet-safe air travel and ground transport, domestic and international, through trusted pet-handling partners worldwide.
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Health & Documentation
Health certificates, vaccination records, microchip verification and the import paperwork each country requires.
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IATA-Approved Crates
Correctly sized, airline-compliant travel crates so your pet travels comfortably and within carrier rules.
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Door-to-Door Coordination
Pickup at your home, airport handling and delivery to your new address — the whole journey managed end to end.
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Import Permits & Compliance
Destination import permits, quarantine requirements and country-specific regulations handled in advance.
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Travels With Your Household
Scheduled to arrive alongside your household goods so your pet settles into the new home with the family.
A man carrying his dog along a city riverfront
Common Uses
When We Help

Every destination sets its own rules for bringing in animals. We coordinate the details so your pet travels safely and legally in situations like these.

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International Relocations
Moving abroad with pets, where permits, crates and health rules vary by country.
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Military & Government PCS
Coordinated pet moves for service members and federal employees relocating on orders.
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Corporate Relocations
Pet transport arranged as part of an employee or executive relocation package.
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Airline & Breed Rules
Navigating carrier policies, snub-nosed breed restrictions and seasonal temperature embargoes.
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Multiple or Large Pets
Households moving several animals, or large breeds needing special crating and handling.
A woman hugging her golden retriever outdoors
A woman holding her Siamese cat close before a move
A veterinarian examining a small dog and updating its vaccinations before travel
Vaccinations & Health Prep
A Clean Bill of Health, Timed Correctly

Vaccinations are where most pet moves succeed or stall. Rabies and other required shots often have to be given within a strict window before departure, and some destinations require a blood titer test weeks ahead — miss the timing and the trip has to be rebooked.

Your coordinator maps out exactly which vaccinations your pet needs, when each one must be administered, and which USDA-accredited veterinarian can certify them — so the paperwork lines up with your travel date and nothing is left to the last minute.

Before You Travel
What Your Pet Needs to Travel

Requirements vary by destination and airline, and timing matters — some documents must be completed within a strict window before travel. Your coordinator confirms exactly what is needed for your route.

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Vaccination Records
Up-to-date rabies and required vaccinations — timing is critical for international entry.
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Microchip
An ISO-standard microchip, verified and recorded before travel.
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Health Certificate
Issued by a licensed, USDA-accredited veterinarian within the required window.
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Import Permit
Destination country import permit secured before departure where required.
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Travel Crate
A correctly sized, IATA-approved crate with the right labeling, bedding and water.
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Pet Details
Breed, age, weight and any medical or behavioral notes for safe, comfortable handling.
A border collie puppy settled in a travel crate
A dog ready to travel during an international move
Planning
What Affects Pet Travel

Timelines and cost depend on a few key factors. Your coordinator will walk you through what applies to your pet and destination, and provide pricing once the details are confirmed.

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Destination Requirements
Each country sets its own vaccination, permit and quarantine rules and timelines.
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Pet Size & Breed
Weight and breed determine crate size, cabin vs. cargo, and carrier eligibility.
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Airline & Routing
Pet-friendly carriers, available routes and seasonal temperature embargoes affect scheduling.
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Documentation Lead Time
Health certificates and permits must be completed within strict windows before travel.
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Door-to-Door Services
Home pickup, airport handling and delivery to your new address add convenience.
A cat resting on a pet travel carrier
A kitten peeking out of a moving box
Ready to Move Your Pet?

Tell us about your pet and where you are moving. A coordinator will reply with the requirements, options and next steps — usually within one business day.

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Pet Details

We reply within one business day. Your details are never shared or sold.