Your pet is family. Moving them across the country — or across the world — should feel safe, supported, and seamless. CEVA's specialist pet travel team combines professional animal handling, door-to-door service, and real-time tracking to give you complete peace of mind throughout every journey.
Most logistics companies treat pets as cargo. We don't. CEVA's pet travel division was built from the ground up with animal welfare at its core — staffed by handlers who love animals as much as you do, and governed by protocols developed with veterinary specialists.
Every member of our pet travel team is professionally trained in animal behavior, stress management, and safe handling techniques. We treat your pet not as cargo — but as the precious family member they are.
From the moment we collect your pet at your front door to the moment we deliver them safely at their destination, our team manages every detail of the journey. You never have to drop off or collect from a facility.
Our pet travel protocols are developed and reviewed by licensed veterinarians with expertise in travel medicine. Every health requirement, climate consideration, and breed-specific need is accounted for in your pet's travel plan.
Follow your pet's journey every step of the way through our dedicated pet travel portal. Live location updates, welfare check-in notifications, and direct communication with your pet's handler — so you're never left wondering.
Whether you're moving your dog across the country or relocating your parrot to a new continent, CEVA has a specialist service designed exactly for your pet's needs.
We've helped over 50,000 families reunite with their pets. Here are just a few of their stories.
"I was genuinely anxious about moving our two golden retrievers from London to Sydney — it's such a long journey. The CEVA team were incredible. They sent us updates and photos throughout, and when Max and Bella arrived, they were calm, healthy, and happy. I cannot recommend CEVA enough."
Sarah M.
Two Golden Retrievers · London to Sydney relocation
"The documentation for moving a cat to Japan is notoriously complicated. CEVA's team handled absolutely everything — the rabies antibody tests, the import inspection reservations, all of it. Our cat Mochi arrived with zero issues and no quarantine surprises. Worth every penny."
James K.
Domestic Shorthair Cat · New York to Tokyo relocation
"We have an African Grey parrot — not the easiest animal to transport internationally. CEVA knew exactly what CITES documentation we needed, arranged a climate-controlled journey, and kept us informed throughout. Archie arrived bright and talking. Truly exceptional service."
Priya S.
African Grey Parrot · Dubai to Toronto relocation
We know moving your pet raises a lot of questions. Here are answers to the ones we hear most often. If yours isn't here, our team is always happy to help.
We recommend booking at least 4–6 weeks before your intended travel date for domestic journeys, and 8–12 weeks for international relocations. This allows adequate time to complete health certificates, obtain vaccination records, process import permits, and arrange airline-approved travel crates. Some destinations — particularly Australia, New Zealand, and Japan — may require even longer lead times due to complex quarantine requirements.
Your pet's welfare is our absolute priority. For road journeys, your pet travels in a specially designed, climate-controlled vehicle with a trained handler. For air travel, pets travel in airline-approved, IATA-compliant kennels in the temperature-controlled hold. Throughout the journey, welfare checks are conducted at regular intervals, water is provided at every opportunity, and our team monitors your pet's condition continuously. You receive notifications and updates at every major milestone.
Requirements vary by destination country and airline. Generally, your pet will need an up-to-date vaccination record (especially rabies), a health certificate issued by an accredited veterinarian within 10 days of travel, and an IATA-compliant travel crate of the correct size. Many countries also require microchipping, parasite treatment certificates, and country-specific import permits. Our documentation team will prepare a complete checklist specific to your pet's destination as part of your booking.
Brachycephalic breeds — including Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persian cats, and similar breeds — require special consideration for air travel due to their breathing physiology. Many airlines have restrictions or outright bans on these breeds in certain conditions. Our veterinary advisors will assess your specific breed and health status, recommend the safest travel method (which may include ground transport), and work with airlines that have appropriate protocols for short-nosed breeds. Safety always comes before convenience.
Quarantine requirements depend entirely on your destination country and your pet's health documentation. Countries like Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Japan have strict biosecurity rules that may require quarantine stays of varying lengths. However, if your pet's documentation is complete, vaccinations are current, and all requirements are met well in advance, many destinations can be entered with minimal or no quarantine. Our team will brief you fully on quarantine requirements for your specific destination from the outset.
Comfort planning begins long before travel day. We advise on crate acclimatization to reduce travel anxiety, work with your vet on whether calming supplements are appropriate (sedation is not recommended for air travel), and design travel itineraries that minimize transit times and connections. During the journey, your pet receives fresh water, familiar comfort items, and regular welfare checks. Our handlers are trained in recognizing stress signals and have protocols to respond to any signs of distress.
Book a free consultation with our pet travel specialists. We'll assess your pet's needs, outline the complete travel plan, and give you a transparent quote — with no hidden costs and no surprises.
